November 20, 2007 Archive

Video

• Box Office Update 11/16-11/18: Beowulf Tears Through the Competition

  The next stage of 3D takes the top spot.

  News in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Nov 20, 2007

• DVD Review: Horses of Gettysburg - Civil War Minutes IV

  I think that if you are a history fan, a Civil War fan, or if you just love horses, then this video is a must.

  Review in Video — by T. Michael Testi — on Nov 20, 2007

• Movie Review: Beowulf

  Magnificently animated telling of the ancient epic poem.

  Review in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Nov 20, 2007

• The Writers' Strike: A Blogger’s Perspective

  TV bloggers are doing the important work of getting the word out about the WGA strike.

  Opinion in Video — by Tony Figueroa — on Nov 20, 2007

• DVD Review: Chinatown (Special Collector's Edition)

  "Forget it, Jake. It's Chinatown. "

  Review in Video — by El Bicho — on Nov 20, 2007

• DVD Review: Rescue Dawn

  An unblinking and unadulterated look at the desperate situation faced by its unusual central character.

  Review in Video — by El Bicho — on Nov 20, 2007

• Playing Games on Monday Night

  Monday night television, it's all about the game.

  Opinion in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Nov 20, 2007

• DVD Pick of the Week: Rescue Dawn

  A true story embellished for a dramatic film proves to be the best choice for your home viewing pleasure.

  News in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Nov 20, 2007

• DVD Review: Feed

  Interesting look at '92 Presidential candidates off camera, but it's not too funny.

  Review in Video — by El Bicho — on Nov 20, 2007

• DVD Review: Amazing Grace

  You’ve probably heard the story of the slave trader who became a Christian, quit the business and wrote the lyrics to the famous hymn...

  Review in Video — by Sombrero Grande — on Nov 20, 2007

Culture

• Theater Review (LA): Grand Delusion by David Rock at The Lost Studio

  Mad, zany world leaders meet and cause World War One.

  Review in Culture — by Robert Machray — on Nov 20, 2007

• Satire: Flu Shots Pose Dangerous Poking Hazard For Children

  Seriously, they're sharp and full of germs.

  Satire in Culture — by Matthew T. Sussman — on Nov 20, 2007

Sci/Tech

• I’m One in Ten: A College Girl Faces Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

  It's the leading cause of female infertility, takes a lifetime to fight, and can change the way a woman lives forever. And I've got it.

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Meg Heald — on Nov 20, 2007

Books

• Book Review: The Harrowing by Alexandra Solokoff

  There's nothing new, but this is a quick read and hits all the traditional ghost story high points.

  Review in Books — by Mel Odom — on Nov 20, 2007

• Book Review: High Performance Web Sites by Steve Souders; Foreword by Nate Koechley

  A useful book for every web developer, whether you are running a small or large-scale site.

  Review in Books — by T. Michael Testi — on Nov 20, 2007

• Book Review: Sushi For One? by Camy Tang

  I knew this was going to be a great book when the crazy grandmother showed up in chapter one.

  Review in Books — by Jill Hart — on Nov 20, 2007

• Beyond Bounds: Vampires, Vampires, Vampires

  Sink your teeth into Richelle Mead, Rachel Caine, Amanda Marrone, Talia Gryphon, Savannah Russe, and Susan Sizemore.

  Opinion in Books — by Katie Trattner — on Nov 20, 2007

• Interview With Erica Miner, Author Of Travels With My Lovers

  'Travels With My Lovers' is "a great escape, whether you travel by plane, train, or armchair; but it also shows a woman’s journey of self-discovery."

  Interview in Books — by Mayra Calvani — on Nov 20, 2007

• Periodically Purging: Magazine Round-Up and Fort Building

  Reviewing the cover stories, overlooked nuggets, and would-be guilty pleasures from the past month in magazines.

  Opinion in Books — by Don Baiocchi — on Nov 20, 2007

Music

• Music Review: Arch Enemy - Rise of the Tyrant

  The "return to form" cliche gets another airing.

  Review in Music — by Aaron Fleming — on Nov 20, 2007

• Space Exploration: Aussie Duo's Dreamy Delights

  Serendipity of myspace yields hidden and unsigned gems.

  Review in Music — by Colin Ricketts — on Nov 20, 2007

• Concert Review: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band - TD Banknorth Garden, Boston, MA 11/18/2007

  He may be pushing retirement age... but Springsteen is still The Boss!

  Review in Music — by John Reed — on Nov 20, 2007

• Music Review: Drew Gress - The Irrational Numbers

  Third Stream meets whack jazz with a splash of David Torn.

  Review in Music — by Pico — on Nov 20, 2007

• The Breakdown: Genesis, Led Zeppelin, Nine Inch Nails, Opeth, U2

  I know: why am I even bothering to talk about anything other than Zep and U2?

  News in Music — by Tom Johnson — on Nov 20, 2007

• Music Review: Various Performers (Music Makers Relief Foundation) Blues Sweet Blues

  The Music Makers Foundation has done all of us a valuable service – not just the artists it represents.

  Review in Music — by Richard Marcus — on Nov 20, 2007

• Music Review: Depeche Mode Reissues Ultra and Exciter

  Depeche Mode rereleases Ultra and Exciter in expanded 2-disc sets.

  Review in Music — by Alyse Wax — on Nov 20, 2007

• Music Review: The Marble Index - Watch Your Candles, Watch Your Knives

  The Marble Index's sophomore CD is indie rock dance music done right!

  Review in Music — by Nathalie Vanderheyden — on Nov 20, 2007

• Music Review: The Kilborn Alley Blues Band - Tear Chicago Down

  Their love of the blues? You're soaking in it.

  Review in Music — by Mark Saleski — on Nov 20, 2007

• Comedy CD Review: Steven Wright - I Still Have A Pony

  Fans of Wright will enjoy this CD as will those discovering him for the first time.

  Review in Music — by El Bicho — on Nov 20, 2007

• Music Review: Athlete - Beyond The Neighbourhood

  For their third album, London rockers Athlete try to find that balance between bedroom rock and alternative pop.

  Review in Music — by Tan The Man — on Nov 20, 2007

• The Tuesday Morning Purchase: November 20, 2007 - Ronnie Earl, Southside Johnny, Led Zeppelin, U2

  Has it really been 20 years?

  Review in Music — by Mark Saleski — on Nov 20, 2007

• Music DVD Review: The McCartney Years

  Although far from complete, it is a treat for an artist of McCartney’s stature to open the vaults.

  Review in Music — by El Bicho — on Nov 20, 2007

Politics

• The Politics of Reality

  Sometimes fear isn't political, sometimes fear is part of self preservation.

  Opinion in Politics — by The Obnoxious American — on Nov 20, 2007

• Out In The Middle of Nowhere: The U.S. Border Patrol

  In the farthest reaches of the Sonoran Desert, the men and women of the U.S. Border Patrol hold the line.

  News in Politics — by Benjamin Cossel — on Nov 20, 2007

• First Woman, First Black, First Latino, or First Honest President?

  Far more radical than the first woman or the first black would be to have the first honest president in a very long time.

  Opinion in Politics — by Joel S. Hirschhorn — on Nov 20, 2007

Gaming

• Nintendo Wii Review: Spider-Man: Friend or Foe

  Spidey defeats classic villains then works with them to defeat a resourceful antagonist.

  Review in Gaming — by Tall Writer — on Nov 20, 2007

• PC Game Review: Amazing Adventures The Lost Tomb

  Discover the Amazing Adventures The Lost Tomb, a hidden object game with mini-games and travels throughout Egypt.

  Review in Gaming — by Meryl — on Nov 20, 2007

Sports

• Boston Celtics Are Not The 1994 Clippers

  Don't give T.O. credit ... don't race Jimmie Johnson too hard ... and don't give Tebow the Heisman.

  News in Sports — by Matthew T. Sussman — on Nov 20, 2007

• What Do You Know, I Just Might Watch The Dolphins Next Sunday

  Rookie QB John Beck, a possible Ricky Williams return -- Yep, suddenly I'm interested again.

  Opinion in Sports — by Benjamin Cossel — on Nov 20, 2007