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The Cardinals’ late surge is a reminder that the game of baseball is impossible to predict

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published September 21, 2021

Why Dylan Carlson’s impressive rookie season shouldn’t be overlooked by Cardinal Nation

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published September 20, 2021

Hailee Steinfeld’s young Avenger teams up with Jeremy Renner for Marvel’s ‘Hawkeye’ series

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published September 18, 2021

5 ways the St. Louis Cardinals regained control of their season

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published September 17, 2021

Why Liev Schreiber is the secret weapon behind HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks’

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published September 14, 2021

Gal Gadot sizzles in new trailer for Netflix’s ‘Red Notice’, opposite The Rock and Ryan Reynolds

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published September 13, 2021

The best solution for Vladimir Tarasenko and the St. Louis Blues is quite simple

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published September 13, 2021

Jon Bernthal, Shea Whigham, and John Pollono discuss the making of ‘Small Engine Repair’

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published September 10, 2021

Why Juan Yepez should be a breakout star in 2022 for the Cardinals

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published September 9, 2021

Jon Bernthal-starring ‘Small Engine Repair’ thrives on lived-in characters and unpredictable storytelling

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published September 8, 2021

Max Scherzer shuts down feeble Cardinals, reminding them once again of the one that got away

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published September 7, 2021

Jon Bernthal joins Ben Affleck in enhanced role for newly announced ‘The Accountant 2’

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published September 3, 2021

Seth Rogen shaves off his beard again; should we be worried?

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published September 2, 2021

Do-or-die doubleheader looms today for Cardinals as final month of play begins

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published September 1, 2021

Why Kristen Stewart was born to play Princess Diana in ‘Spencer’

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published August 31, 2021

Remembering Ed Asner’s greatest film role, “Up”

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published August 30, 2021

How Cardinals’ manager Mike Shildt makes it harder to defend him each week

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published August 27, 2021

Five essential Chris Pine roles

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published August 27, 2021

Yadier Molina retiring in St. Louis is grand, so the Cardinals need to make 2022 count

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published August 25, 2021

Sean Penn’s ‘Flag Day’ is overwrought with bad acting, an aimless script, and choppy direction

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published August 23, 2021

For Jewish ‘Hacks’ star Hannah Einbinder, Judaism is her secret comedy weapon

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published August 20, 2021

For Laura Prepon, change is a good thing—especially when it comes to religion and motherhood

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published August 19, 2021

Passing on Kolten Wong is a move that will continue to sting the Cardinals

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published August 18, 2021

Five essential Sean Penn roles on the eve of his new film, ‘Flag Day’

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published August 17, 2021

Buffa’s Buffet: The new Marlee Matlin movie you shouldn’t miss, the Cardinals waking up, and big pool patience

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published August 16, 2021

Beanie Feldstein moving from supporting player to star with Broadway revival

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published August 15, 2021

How Marc Maron became the entertainment industry’s (not-so) secret weapon

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published August 12, 2021

Method acting, and stunt work injury, will always be a part of Lior Raz’s world

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published August 8, 2021

Israeli film ‘The Bouncer’ offers brains and brawn

Dan Buffa, Special For The Jewish Light
Published August 6, 2021

Adorable ‘Jerry Maguire’ actor is now a martial arts-infused transporter for Orthodox Jews

Dan Buffa, Special For the Jewish Light
Published August 5, 2021

The Cardinals’ trade deadline action lines up with their recent NLCS win total: little to none

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published August 3, 2021

Buffa’s Buffet: Wainwright versatility, ‘The Green Knight’ absurdity and St. Louis road construction

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published August 2, 2021

ChaiFlicks Pick of The Week: ‘My Polish Honeymoon’ review

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published July 30, 2021

‘Dune’ director calls Timothee Chalamet the make or break element of October’s blockbuster film

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published July 30, 2021

Simone Biles, mental health awareness, and the cost of greatness

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published July 29, 2021

If the Cardinals do sell at the deadline, they should start with Paul DeJong

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published July 27, 2021

Buffa’s Buffet: Jackie Mason remembrance, Cardinals’ starting pitching, and mask mandates

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published July 27, 2021

Battle with the Cubs at Busch brings out best and worst in the Cardinals

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published July 22, 2021

Celebrating M.Night Shyamalan’s new film ‘Old’ with a look at his 5 best

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published July 21, 2021

The ‘Jewish Netflix’, ChaiFlicks offers a focus on Jewish and Israeli-themed entertainment

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published July 19, 2021

Deliberate yet unassuming, ‘Pig’ is an actors showcase that is not what you think it is

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published July 16, 2021

It’s not dark yet for the 2021 St. Louis Cardinals, but it’s getting there

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published July 15, 2021

A new animated Anne Frank movie brings her diary to life in modern-day Amsterdam

Dan Buffa, Special For The Jewish Light
Published July 14, 2021

Why you need more Jon Bernthal in your life

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published July 13, 2021

How Ari Folman aims to ‘spread the Anne Frank legacy’ with his latest feature film

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published July 12, 2021

Why ‘Red Oaks’ is as great of a show now as it ever was

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published July 9, 2021

Should the Cardinals take a flier on Adam Eaton?

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published July 7, 2021

Five great movies from Jewish director Richard Donner

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published July 7, 2021

Versatile and action-packed ‘Black Widow’ finds a way to surpass high expectations

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published July 6, 2021

A combo of brains, brawn makes ‘The Tomorrow War’ a summer blast

Dan Buffa, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published July 3, 2021

Buffa’s 5 favorite characters in the Marvel Cinematic Universe

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published July 1, 2021

Carlos Martinez’s last stand? Why it’s time for the Cardinal pitcher to step up or get out

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published June 29, 2021

Buffa’s Buffet: 5 things that are on my mind

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published June 27, 2021

10 things to do this weekend instead of watching the Cardinals

Dan Buffa, Special To The Jewish Light
Published June 26, 2021

Ilana Glazer shows off her versatile talent with new Hulu thriller, ‘False Positive’

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published June 24, 2021

Adam Wainwright remains an ageless marvel for the middling Cardinals

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published June 23, 2021

Happy Birthday, Meryl Streep: Her 5 essential film roles

Dan Buffa, SPECIAL FOR THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published June 22, 2021

Buffa’s Buffet: 5 things that are on my mind

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published June 21, 2021

Edgar Wright introduces the world to “The Sparks Brothers” in insightful and often comical music documentary

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published June 18, 2021

Why Starling Marte could be the answer to the Cardinals offensive woes

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published June 18, 2021

Good move bringing Natalie Portman back as Mighty Thor

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published June 16, 2021

Steven Spielberg’s ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark’ turns 40 as new ‘Indy’ adventure begins filming

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published June 11, 2021

5 Paul Reiser roles that you need to know about and one to look forward to

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published June 11, 2021

How Edmundo Sosa has been a ray of light in a suddenly dark Cardinals season

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published June 10, 2021

‘Unorthodox,’ ‘Shtisel’ star Shira Haas’ newest film hitting theaters this month

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published June 9, 2021

Rick Ankiel offers patience, dual-sided baseball appeal in broadcast booth for Cardinals

Dan Buffa, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published June 8, 2021

Is Tyler O’Neill’s 2021 surge just a tease, or a glimpse of the real deal?

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published June 6, 2021

Jewish Film Festival: ‘Here We Are’ treats autism with respect

DAN. BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published June 4, 2021

Jewish Film Festival: ‘Aulcie’ is a touching story about basketball, regret and rebirth

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published June 2, 2021

5 things to know before binging the final season of ‘The Kominsky Method’

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published June 1, 2021

5 essential Helena Bonham Carter roles as the Jewish actress turns 55

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published May 28, 2021

Happy Birthday! 3 essential Jake Johnson roles

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published May 28, 2021

Why Cardinals fans shouldn’t worry about Max Scherzer’s age

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published May 27, 2021

Pink proves superstardom and fierce parenting skills can co-exist beautifully

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published May 24, 2021

5 things for the Cardinals to do in order to maintain momentum

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published May 21, 2021

A hitmaker without any trophies to show for it, Diane Warren recalls her time with Selena while gearing up for another run at Oscar

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published May 20, 2021

3 essential Charles Grodin movies to remember him by

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL FOR THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published May 20, 2021

Stop complaining about Harrison Bader’s attitude and just appreciate what he’s doing at the plate

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published May 18, 2021

Dan Fogelman’s ‘This Is Us’ ending after six seasons. Here’s why it’s the right move

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published May 17, 2021

While you’re waiting on more ‘Maisel’, check out these 3 Rachel Brosnahan movies

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published May 14, 2021

5 things to know about Netflix’s ‘The Sons of Sam’ docuseries

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published May 13, 2021

An Albert Pujols reunion in St. Louis? di gute, di shlekht, aun di ams

DAN. BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published May 12, 2021

‘The Human Factor’ definitely gets you talking, and its timely power should hold you for days.

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published May 12, 2021

Guy Ritchie’s taut yet grim ‘Wrath of Man’ offers “ful gergl” Statham experience

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published May 7, 2021

Without its Jewish heart, Showtime’s ‘Shameless’ lost its greatness and overall purpose

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL FOR THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published May 6, 2021

Formerly a phenom and currently closing, Alex Reyes finds his footing in Major Leagues

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published May 5, 2021

Why Tommy Edman is the ‘merst vertful’ player for Cardinals so far

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL FOR THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published May 4, 2021

Billy Crystal returns to director’s chair for first time in 20 years with ‘Here Today’

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published May 3, 2021

Jewish actor Mila Kunis shines in ‘Four Good Days’ but story is weak

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published April 30, 2021

5 essential Daniel Day-Lewis roles to celebrate the Jewish actor’s birthday

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published April 29, 2021

Adam Wainwright rides trustworthy curveball to late-career dominance

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published April 27, 2021

The good, bad and ugly of the 93rd Academy Awards

DAN BUFFA, SPECIAL TO THE JEWISH LIGHT
Published April 26, 2021

Looking back at the Jewish Oscar sweep of 1986, and predicting Sunday’s big winners

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published April 23, 2021

The top 3 Jewish Oscar-winning performances of all time

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published April 22, 2021

Why ‘Mank’ will suffer the same Oscar fate as Scorsese’s ‘The Irishman’

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published April 21, 2021

‘Nobody’ is the best action film in years, and unlikely star Bob Odenkirk is a big reason why

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published April 20, 2021

Happy Birthday, James Franco! Here are five movies to watch to celebrate

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published April 19, 2021

Searching for the perfect (or at least better) Cardinals’ lineup

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published April 19, 2021

Why Richard Dreyfus was the perfect actor to play Bernie Madoff

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published April 16, 2021

How Pete Davidson turned my head and made me a fan with one role in a Judd Apatow film

Dan Buffa, Special to the Jewish Light
Published April 15, 2021

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