'Gorgeous' Gorge: Teen pageant comedy 'Drop Dead Gorgeous' serves up a buffet of laughs.
International Scope: The Jewish Film Festival encompasses films from Iowa to Shanghai.
Life After 'After Life': Japanese film about a way station between life and death reminds us how important memories can be.
Family Feud: 'Romeo and Juliet' rocks the boat of tribal intolerance at Shakespeare Santa Cruz.
Amore at Giuseppe: Christina Waters finds flavor and finesse at Willow Glen's newest Italian bistro.
Stinking Rose: The sweet scent of garlic announces the arrival of the world's smelliest festival.
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