Archive for the 'Arts & Humanities' Category

Radiohead’s Beastly Ballet

Wednesday, June 13th, 2007

Let’s face it: the music of Radiohead doesn’t exactly fill dance floors. So it seems strange that England’s gloomiest band has signed on to provide the soundtrack for a new ballet.
The ballet, entitled Ride The Beast, will begin with the spoken-word track “Fitter Happier” from the smash album OK Computer, and feature four more pieces […]

SUPERBAD

Wednesday, May 16th, 2007

This new comedy looks like a winner! If you enjoy the teenage, coming-of-age stories about obscure boys and their anxiety regarding what the future holds, this is likely a comedy for you. “Superbad” involves two “nerdy” adolescents, who’re struggling with the notion of separation. From what I can gather, this one not only outshines “American […]

War

Wednesday, May 16th, 2007

Get ready for another Jet Li and Jason Statham action flick! These two have paired up once again since “The One” back in 2001. The only difference is now they appear to be rivals. Unfortunately this film is already getting a few bad reviews. My question is; wasn’t “Fearless” supposed to be Li’s last martial […]

Hatchet

Wednesday, May 16th, 2007

This is exactly what the world needed! Another SLASHER flick! Get ready for “Hatchet.” After a group of tourists venture into a dreary New Orleans swamp, they come face to face with a little more than a few alligators. Suddenly a creepy adventure evolves into an utter nightmare. Think a relentless maniac and a really […]

Shrek the Third

Wednesday, May 16th, 2007

Finally we get the third installment of that fun-loving green ogre and his jovial pals. This magical family film has gained widespread popularity since the first part was released back in 2001. Although “Shrek” tends to contain some random adult-references, it’s still a wonderful choice for children and families alike. Fortunately the more mature jokes/dialog […]

Best Movie Ever!

Wednesday, May 16th, 2007

We all have our own opinion when it comes to movies. Regardless of what major critics tell us, we’re going to like what we like! Take me for example. My top picks consist of “Leon: The Professional,” “The Ninth Gate,” and John Carpenter’s “The Thing.” Naturally not everyone is going to agree with me. Certainly […]

Pete Doherty’s Art So Raw it Bleeds

Wednesday, May 16th, 2007

Babyshambles singer and Kate Moss love interest Pete Doherty launched an art exhibition with a difference in London.
The drug-addled rocker has given more of himself than most artists, creating 14 original works using pens, pencils, and his own blood.
The collection features numerous self-portraits, landscapes and charming pieces like “Number 3 on the Twos,” a work […]

Kiss Rocker a Surprise Art Hit

Wednesday, May 16th, 2007

He’s more famous for painting his face than canvases, but KISS rocker Paul Stanley is currently enjoying success as an artist.
Stanley’s portraits and landscapes have attracted interest from music fans and art buffs alike, and he’s thrilled to finally be able to show them off.
“It’s been incredible,” he told Undercover News. “The response and the […]

Originality in Cinema

Monday, May 14th, 2007

I often feel like today’s films lack originality. I don’t care to see more and more television shows and cartoons made into feature length films. Hollywood is likely going with ideas that have worked in the past, but it’s much more exciting, at least in my opinion, to see an original spec script get made. […]

Netflix Rocks!

Monday, May 14th, 2007

As a child I never would have guessed that such an entity like Netflix.com would be possible. I simply assumed we were all doomed to long lines at the local video store. Not to mention much-desired new releases never being in when we want them to. Finally Netflix showed up and made online movie renting […]