June 7, 2006 Archive

Video

• Movie Review: The Break-Up

  Like a break-up, this movie is painful to watch.

  Review in Video — by Gordon S. Miller — on Jun 07, 2006

• DVD Review: Intacto

  Intriguing and original Spanish thriller that posits luck as an exchangeable commodity.

  Review in Video — by Ken Molay — on Jun 07, 2006

• DVD Review: It Waits

  ...but not long enough...

  Review in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Jun 07, 2006

• Movie Preview: The Lake House

  Can you love someone from a different time?

  News in Video — by Cara de Pescado — on Jun 07, 2006

• Lindsay Lohan: “I Want Big-Time Directors”

  Every movie is a crap shoot, and none are made with the idea of being a hit.

  Opinion in Video — by Matthew Milam — on Jun 07, 2006

• DVD Review: Persona

  Everything seems likely, even the extremely unlikely, and by keeping us guessing, Bergman keeps us watching, time and time again.

  Review in Video — by Lucas McNelly — on Jun 07, 2006

• Movie Review: Curtains

  A slasher film that offers profound insight into fame, celebrity, and "making it" in Hollywood.

  Review in Video — by Thomas M. Sipos — on Jun 07, 2006

• MTV Movie Awards Go Interactive in 2006

  MTV.com and MTV Overdrive are being used to full effect for this year's movie awards bash.

  News in Video — by TeevBlogger — on Jun 07, 2006

• DVD Review: Last Days (2005)

  Gus Van Sant's film about language and the human animal.

  Review in Video — by Jonathan Scanlan — on Jun 07, 2006

• Bring on the Fanboy Extravaganza!

  What if, instead of chasing girls and planning your future, you spend time at your local comic book shop?

  Opinion in Video — by Neil Miller — on Jun 07, 2006

• TV Review: Last Comic Standing Opts For Characters Over Comedy

  A barrel full of comic talent was left on the shelf tonight.

  Review in Video — by Eric Berlin — on Jun 07, 2006

• DVD Review: The Bette Davis Collection, Vol. 2

  We've got Bette Davis eyes: A great set of films showcases legend at work.

  Review in Video — by Gordon S. Miller — on Jun 07, 2006

• Movie Review: The Red Violin

  An emotional passion emanates from the screen, inducing us to contemplate the wonder of human existence and our role in it.

  Review in Video — by Britt Gillette — on Jun 07, 2006

• Even in Reruns, June's a Good Month for House

  Creator David Shore was named a finalist for the Humanitas Prize, among other accolades this month.

  News in Video — by Diane Kristine Wild — on Jun 07, 2006

• The Return of The 4400: An Interview with Show Creator Scott Peters

  "We're moving away from the 4400 freak of the week."

  Interview in Video — by Diane Kristine Wild — on Jun 07, 2006

• Movie Review: See No Evil

  The eyes are the window to the soul, do you not see the sin?

  Review in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Jun 07, 2006

Politics

• Prophet-ing From Cartoons

  When Flemming Rose published the Muhammad cartoons, he never imagined that chaos would follow. Still, he stands by his decision.

  Opinion in Politics — by Dr Politico — on Jun 07, 2006

• Ann Coulter: Conservative Lout

  Coulter owes those women an apology.

  Opinion in Politics — by Rick Moran — on Jun 07, 2006

• Gay-Bashing Issues Have No Place in the Constitution

  Since when is The Constitution of the United States used to deny rights, rather than to protect the rights of Americans?

  Opinion in Politics — by Gina Weiss — on Jun 07, 2006

Books

• Book Review: Breakfast of Champions by Kurt Vonnegut

  The mustachioed satirist sits down for the most important meal of the day.

  Review in Books — by Aaron Fleming — on Jun 07, 2006

Sci/Tech

• Nabaztag: The Smart WiFi Bunny From France

  Nabaztag is the new smart bunny from France! It nibbles on WiFi all day long, and it loves to interact with you and your friends.

  Review in Sci/Tech — by Raoul Pop — on Jun 07, 2006

• News From The Heart: Cardiologist Donates Blood During Surgery

  There are many complaints about the medical profession. There are also heroic doctors at work.

  News in Sci/Tech — by Howard Dratch — on Jun 07, 2006

Music

• CD Review: Thrice Upon A Theme - Charles Mingus

  But mainly it's about the music, and wisely they let Charles Mingus speak for himself when it counts.

  Review in Music — by Richard Marcus — on Jun 07, 2006

• Meatloaf and Steinman Dispute Over "Bat Out of Hell" Trademark

  Meatloaf has sued his longtime collaborator Jim Steinman as Bat Out Hell 3 gets ready to hit the market.

  News in Music — by Rebecca Wright — on Jun 07, 2006

• CD Reviews: Nina Simone Sings the Blues and Silk & Soul

  Both celebrate the work and life of the great singer who considered herself a musician with no particular style or pattern.

  Review in Music — by Chantal Stone — on Jun 07, 2006

• CD Review: Songs from Black Mountain - Live

  Like Oprah Winfrey set to music...

  Review in Music — by Josh Hathaway — on Jun 07, 2006

• Hilton Ruiz Dies At Age 54 and the Daily Music and Tech News

  Hilton Ruiz and Billy Preston pass on, Google admits compromising principles and allofmp3.com fire back at lobbyists in today's update.

  News in Music — by Katharine Donelson — on Jun 07, 2006

• Metallica Debut New Song In Germany

  Metallica are back with a brand new song. There is a God.

  News in Music — by Jessa — on Jun 07, 2006

• CD Review: Red Jumpsuit Apparatus - Don't You Fake It

  From musical composition that evokes emotion to poetic lyrics, a mournful bass to a driving guitar it's all Red Jumpsuit Apparatus.

  Review in Music — by Connie Phillips — on Jun 07, 2006

• 100 Best Punk Songs 47-53

  We're halfway there! Songs 47-53: D.I., Jonathan Richman, Bouncing Souls, Steel Pole Bathtub, Youth Brigade and DRI.

  Opinion in Music — by Michele Catalano — on Jun 07, 2006

• Songs That Touch My Soul - And Other Places

  Natasha Bedingfield, Sandi Thom, The Working Title, Frou Frou, Santana, Dolly Parton/White Stripes, more

  Opinion in Music — by A.L. Harper — on Jun 07, 2006

• CD Review: Anouar Brahem - Le Voyage De Sahar

  Anouar Brahem's jazz trio is an odd one, at least to American ears.

  Review in Music — by Mark Saleski — on Jun 07, 2006

• CD Review: Sam and Dave - Double Dynamite

  It may not change your life, but it will put a bounce in your step and a grin on your face.

  Review in Music — by Richard Marcus — on Jun 07, 2006

• Movie Review - The Omen (2006)

  A way too cute Anti-Christ, with big blue eyes and freckled button nose and that iconic bowl cut? Sounds like a bad Omen.

  Review in Music — by Jessa — on Jun 07, 2006

• CD Reviews: Patria Jacobs, Tracie Morgan, Josie Cotton, Lil' Hospital

  I don't know how memorable all these songs are, but they at least make some sense as you listen to them.

  Review in Music — by Al Barger — on Jun 07, 2006

• Concert Review: Joe Bonamassa - The East Coast Run

  OD on live Joe Bonamassa? No way in “Burning Hell”!

  Review in Music — by Tara Clark — on Jun 07, 2006

• Allen Toussaint & Elvis Costello, Cheap Trick, Ice Cube - New Album Releases, Week of 6-6-2006

  Elvis and the Katrina survivor wrote five new songs, to go with Elvis singing Toussaint classics as the author plays piano on it all.

  News in Music — by Al Barger — on Jun 07, 2006

Sports

• Wait Until The Nationals Have A New GM

  Maybe Thomas Boswell should do some research before he dispenses baseball advice.

  News in Sports — by David Barbour — on Jun 07, 2006

• French Open: Last Four Preview

  It has been a memorable tennis season, and the next few days promise much more.

  News in Sports — by Pratyush Khaitan — on Jun 07, 2006

• Major League Baseball May Have A New Drug Scandal Brewing Thanks To Jason Grimsley

  According to reports on ESPN.com, Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Jason Grimsley has admitted to using illegal PEDs.

  News in Sports — by Sal Marinello — on Jun 07, 2006

• World Cup 2006 Online

  The BBC's providing live streams of the games. Meanwhile, official partner Yahoo has streaming highlights after each game.

  News in Sports — by TeevBlogger — on Jun 07, 2006

Culture

• Russell Crowe, Feeling Used, and Personal Integrity

  Opinion in Culture — by Dawn Olsen — on Jun 07, 2006

• A Minister Takes A Stand Against the FMA

  Unitarian Universalist minister Rob Hardies speaks out against the Federal Marriage Amendment.

  Opinion in Culture — by Michael J. West — on Jun 07, 2006

• Blogcritics Editors' Picks: May 31 through June 6

  The best of the week, and something for everyone.

  News in Culture — by Lisa McKay — on Jun 07, 2006

• Traditional Families Under Attack Says The Vatican

  If faux-Islamic countries like Iran can pretend the freedoms of the twentieth century never happened, why can't we?

  Satire in Culture — by Richard Marcus — on Jun 07, 2006

• Survey Shows What Luxury Buyers Look For In a Luxury Home

  Luxury home buyers pay more for their homes, but they also desire more, according to this survey.

  News in Culture — by Mr. Real Estate — on Jun 07, 2006

• Do Your Clients REALLY Need Your Cell Phone Number?

  Do you give your cell phone number out to your clients? A better question: Do you really need to?

  Opinion in Culture — by Kevin Augustine — on Jun 07, 2006

• Day By Day for June 07, 2006

  Chris Muir's excellent Day By Day cartoon, for June 07, 2006

  Satire in Culture — by Chris Muir — on Jun 07, 2006

Tastes

• KFC Raises Eyebrows, Cholesterol With New Offering

  Fast food originality has its limits, as do the bounds of good taste.

  Opinion in Tastes — by Pete Blackwell — on Jun 07, 2006

Gaming

• Vanguard Beta -- Hardcore Gamers Have Taken Control

  The hardcore gamers are actually having an impact on the game.

  Opinion in Gaming — by JPRePo1 — on Jun 07, 2006

• Product Review: TRITTON AX360 5.1 Headphones

  Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround + Xbox Live mic = Audio Ecstasy

  Review in Gaming — by Ken Edwards — on Jun 07, 2006

• Nintendo DS Review: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 3 - Mutant Nightmare

  A pale imitation of the games we grew up with.

  Review in Gaming — by Matt Paprocki — on Jun 07, 2006