Escape the ordinary and discover extraordinary small towns where Arizona’s true character shines through turquoise waterfalls, historic mining tunnels, artistic havens and alpine retreats — all with fewer than 5,000 residents but limitless charm.
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From the wildflower-framed shores of Bartlett to the ancient petroglyphs of Lyman and the bird-rich wetlands of Patagonia, Arizona’s lakes offer a surprising variety of aquatic treasures — where adventure, tranquility and natural beauty converge far from city crowds.
From a handyman’s ghost to a doomed burro’s winter sacrifice, uncover the haunting legends that add mystery to Arizona’s most famous landmark.
Perched more than 5,000 feet above sea level on Arizona’s Cleopatra Hill, this former copper mining town has transformed into a sophisticated cultural destination where authentic galleries, artisan boutiques and elevated dining experiences offer discerning travelers a compelling alternative to the Valley’s manufactured attractions.
Ian Tuason’s A24 debut is a Dolby Atmos marvel that turns a childhood home into a chamber of grief and dread — but its in-theater thrills don’t survive the walk to the parking lot.
Craig Brewer’s “Song Sung Blue” is a five-star triumph — a soaring, heartbreaking and ultimately jubilant true story about two working-class dreamers who prove that love, music and resilience can conquer almost anything.
Josh Safdie’s electrifying “Marty Supreme” transforms 1950s table tennis into a relentless, globe-spanning odyssey powered by Timothée Chalamet’s magnetic performance as a hustler chasing greatness one ping-pong match at a time.
Will Arnett tries hard in Bradley Cooper’s stripped-down marriage drama “Is This Thing On?,” but unfunny stand-up routines and missing emotional stakes make this the director’s most forgettable effort yet.
Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” dominated the Phoenix Film Critics Society’s 2025 awards with eight wins including Best Picture.
Mike P. Nelson’s “Silent Night, Deadly Night” remake proves that the best Christmas gifts come wrapped in the most unexpected (and bloodiest) packages.