'A Haunting in Venice' is delectably creepy

Though clever and convincing, the solution to the mystery in "A Haunting in Venice" falls short of the work of the great John Dickson Carr and Agatha Christie and their signature ingenuity.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  Entertainment PRESENTED BY La Jolla Playhouse*  September 15, 2023 Review: With 'A Haunting in Venice,' Kenneth Branagh's Agatha Christie series hits its stride Kenneth Branagh returns as Hercule Poirot, with Tina Fey and Michelle Yeoh in tow, for a spookily atmospheric reimagining of Agatha Christie's "Hallowe'en Party." SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT BY La Jolla Playhouse Who was Hunter S. Thompson? He changed journalism. He defined counterculture. Equal parts philosopher, clown and genius, he was armed and dangerous with a typewriter as his preferred weapon. Set to an anarchic and tuneful score, this world-premiere musical is a rock 'n' roll thrill-ride into the life of an artist seeking greatness and coming to terms with his own legacy. THE UNTITLED UNAUTHORIZED HUNTER S. THOMPSON MUSICAL is on stage now at La Jolla Playhouse through October 8: tickets start at just $25 at lajollaplayhouse.org. End of advertisement Review: Toni Morrison's unflinching wisdom guides a propulsive 'The Bluest Eye' at A Noise Within "The Bluest Eye," Toni Morrison's first novel, is presented at A Noise Within in a stage adaptation by Lydia R. Diamond and directed by Andi Chapman. SHARE       READ MORE The 11 most coveted items from the celebrity auction setting EBay on fire $4,000 for John Lithgow to paint a portrait of your dog? That and more: We reveal what we'd shell out for in the strike benefit burning up the internet. SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT Striking writers and actors want more streaming data. Will Netflix, streamers give it to them? Viewership data from streaming services such as Netflix and Disney+ has become a major sticking point in the writers' and actors' strikes. SHARE       READ MORE Why mystery-lit icon Kate Atkinson went apocalyptic "Life After Life" author Kate Atkinson never followed the rules of success. She discusses a new book of apocalyptic short stories, "Normal Rules Don't Apply." SHARE       READ MORE 'NSync's first song in 20 years will be in the next 'Trolls' movie: 'Our boys are back' 'NSync fans say they're "literally crying" as the group shares a new song after more than 20 years. "Better Place" will be featured in the new "Trolls" movie. SHARE       READ MORE Disney fields interest from potential ABC buyers. But 'no decision' to sell, company says Walt Disney Co. CEO Bob Iger has made clear he is open to exploring deals to sell or spin off ABC and other linear television networks as the company struggles to adapt to industry head winds. SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT Thank you for reading the Los Angeles Times Entertainment newsletter. Invite your friends, relatives, coworkers to sign up here. Not a subscriber? Get unlimited digital access to latimes.com. Subscribe here. Copyright © 2023, Los Angeles Times 2300 E. Imperial Highway, El Segundo, California, 90245 1-800-LA-TIMES | latimes.com *Advertisers have no control over editorial decisions or content. If you're interested in placing an ad or classified, get in touch here. We'd love your feedback on this newsletter. Please send your thoughts and suggestions here. You received this email because you signed up for newsletters from The Los Angeles Times. Manage marketing email preferences · Unsubscribe from this newsletter · Terms of service · Privacy policy · Do Not Sell My Personal Information · CA Notice of Collection FOLLOW US