Clinton Olsasky
ContributorClinton Olsasky is a contributing writer covering film for Iowa Public Radio. He graduated from the University of Northern Iowa, where he earned a bachelor's degree in digital journalism and a minor in film studies. While at UNI, he served as the executive editor and film critic for the Northern Iowan newspaper, as well as co-founder and president of the UNI Film Appreciation Club.
It goes without saying, but Olsasky eats, sleeps and breathes movies. He has a wide-ranging interest in film that spans many eras and genres, from the silent comedies of Charlie Chaplin to the coming-of-age dramas of Greta Gerwig. When he's not watching or writing about movies, Olsasky spends his days as a copywriter and video editor for an award-winning production company based in Des Moines.
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The Broadway musical Funny Girl is making its way to the Des Moines Civic Center March 12-17. Choreographer Ellenore Scott talks with IPR about her involvement with the hit show's revival production, including sources of inspiration. -
From the record-shattering “Barbenheimer” phenomenon to the longest dual strike in Hollywood history, 2023 has been a year of ups and downs for the film industry. Here with a look back at the top 10 movies of the year is IPR contributing writer Clinton Olsasky. -
The Last Waltz, Martin Scorsese's legendary concert film documenting The Band's farewell performance, is celebrating its 45th anniversary this year. To honor the occasion, the film is being re-released in theaters for a special one-day-only event on Sunday, Nov. 5. Participating Iowa theaters include locations in West Des Moines, Cedar Falls and Waterloo. -
In 1984, the film Stop Making Sense released and made music and cinematic history by creating a new movie-concert experience. The film, directed by Jonathan Demme, brought viewers into Talking Heads Speaking in Tongues tour. Now celebrating its 40th anniversary, film studio A24 is releasing a re-mastered version for a whole new generation of audiences to enjoy.
