While it maybe never a good idea to go to a movie on an empty stomach unless you plan to…
Paula Farmer
Paula has worked as a features writer and film/book reviewer for various outlets such as Drum TV and WBAI Radio in New York, and Culture Vulture, and Marin Arts websites. She currently lives in the SF Bay Area as a book industry professional, curating special DEI programming for author events. Catch her interview series on Instagram @paulawritesreviews.
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