October 13, 2008 Archive

Politics

• Irrational Political Rage

  I see anger from the left, and my friend sees it from the right. It's not really possible to say which is stronger.

  Opinion in Politics — by Murphy — on Oct 13, 2008

• Moments of Redemption

  Humanity rears its mild, non-hate-filled head. Twice in one day!

  Opinion in Politics — by Jon Sobel — on Oct 13, 2008

Video

• DVD Review: Comedy Central Salutes George W. Bush

  A perfect collection of Comedy Central clips and episodes saluting our 43rd President.

  Review in Video — by Ryan Fair — on Oct 13, 2008

• Movie Review: Body of Lies

  Excellent thriller that does not lose the characters for the thrills.

  Review in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Oct 13, 2008

• DVD Review: Back to You - Season 1

  Sometimes a sitcom's cancellation is what's best for all of us.

  Review in Video — by Dusty Somers — on Oct 13, 2008

• DVD Review: Nash Bridges-The First Season

  The best way to appreciate the streets of San Francisco is in the front seat of a yellow, vintage Plymouth Barracuda.

  Review in Video — by Jen Johans — on Oct 13, 2008

• Movie Review: How to Lose Friends and Alienate People

  Surprisingly good comedy, smarter than expected, despite slipping into cliche-land.

  Review in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Oct 13, 2008

• Movie Review: Le Deuxième Souffle

  A gangster on the lam gets roped into one last job in this inconsistent French noir.

  Review in Video — by A.J. Hakari — on Oct 13, 2008

• Movie Review: City of Ember

  Disappointing excursion into an Apocalypse of hope.

  Review in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Oct 13, 2008

• TV Review: Secrets of Body Language

  Nonverbal cues in world politics, pop culture, and everyday concerns are explained in "Secrets of Body Language."

  Review in Video — by Brandy — on Oct 13, 2008

• DVD Review: Sex and the City - The Movie

  A tribute to the deepest love shared between friends.

  Review in Video — by The Masked Movie Snobs — on Oct 13, 2008

Music

• Music Review: Gojira - The Way of All Flesh

  Gojira will break your face.

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on Oct 13, 2008

• He Heard, She Heard: Liz Phair - Exile in Guyville (Deluxe Edition)

  Two perspectives on Phair's breakthrough debut.

  Review in Music — by El Bicho — on Oct 13, 2008

• Music Review: Black Light Burns feat Wes Borland - Cover Your Heart

  Ex Limp Bizkit weirdo goes all weird with a bunch of weirdo tunes from a bunch of other weirdos.

  Review in Music — by Stuart A Hamilton — on Oct 13, 2008

• Music Review: Bob Dylan - Time Out Of Mind

  Bob Dylan: Chapter 30.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Oct 13, 2008

• Music DVD Review: Keane Curate A Night For War Child

  An evening raising money for War Child sees Keane and friends performing in London. Now you can help too.

  Review in Music — by Jeff Perkins — on Oct 13, 2008

• Concert Review: Amon Amarth w/ The Absence, Belphegor & Ensiferum - Garrick Centre, Winnipeg, MB, 10/11/2008

  Fans brought along horned helmets and plastic swords for an evening of dragon-slaying Viking-themed metal.

  Review in Music — by Triniman — on Oct 13, 2008

• Music DVD Review: Sonny Rollins - Jazz Icons: Sonny Rollins Live In '65 & '68

  A treat for jazz fans, Sonny Rollins in his prime for two live performances.

  Review in Music — by The Other Chad — on Oct 13, 2008

• Concert Review: Mushroomhead w/ The Autumn Offering, XFactor1, Hyngd - Poughkeepsie, NY 10/10/08

  Another excellent show from the Mighty Mushroomhead.

  Review in Music — by Chris Beaumont — on Oct 13, 2008

• In Praise of The Beatles

  John, Paul, George and Ringo. What can you say? A short retrospective appreciation.

  Opinion in Music — by Will Brennan — on Oct 13, 2008

• Interview: Lonestar's Drummer Keech Rainwater Previews California Concert

  Details about the Agoura Hills Lonestar concert and exclusive interview with drummer Keech Rainwater.

  Interview in Music — by Maddy Pumilia — on Oct 13, 2008

• Music Review: Swing Out Sister - Beautiful Mess

  Everything that fans of Swing Out Sister would want and expect.

  Review in Music — by Jeff Perkins — on Oct 13, 2008

• Music DVD Review: Nina Simone - Live in ’65 & ’68

  Simone has that special gift to make music transcendent.

  Review in Music — by El Bicho — on Oct 13, 2008

• Music Review: Marillion - Happiness Is The Road

  Containing nearly two hours of great new Marillion music, I've fallen in love with this record.

  Review in Music — by Glen Boyd — on Oct 13, 2008

Culture

• Theatre Review (NYC): 13

  Everyone is doing the very best they can in this show, but they are limited by the very theme they chose to celebrate.

  Review in Culture — by Tulis McCall — on Oct 13, 2008

• Theater Review (NYC): Something Weird...in the Red Room

  Weirdness can't make up for poor execution in Rachel Klein's Halloween special.

  Review in Culture — by Ethan Stanislawski — on Oct 13, 2008

Sports

• NCAA Football: Very Happy Valley

  Joe Paterno always talks about packing it in, but is this year finally the perfect time?

  Opinion in Sports — by Geeves — on Oct 13, 2008

Gaming

• Wii Virtual Console News and Releases for 10/13/2008

  Whoa. This week is pretty awesome, featuring World of Goo and two absolute retro classics.

  News in Gaming — by Brian Szabelski — on Oct 13, 2008

Books

• The Early Word: New Non-Fiction for the Week of October 13, 2008

  Abe Lincoln, Emily Post, Descartes, Versailles, The NSA, Intellectual Devotional, Jon and Kate Gosselin, Tony Curtis, George Hamilton, Robert Vaughn, Marcia, Marcia, Marcia...

  News in Books — by Gordon Hauptfleisch — on Oct 13, 2008

• Book Review: Down River by John Hart

  The court acquitted Adam Chase of murder, but not his dad or his hometown. Now he's back, looking for answers.

  Review in Books — by Mel Odom — on Oct 13, 2008

• Book Review: Eternity’s Edge (Echoes From the Edge) by Bryan Davis

  A thrill ride through parallel alternate dimensions that weaves song, faith and adventure into a captivating tale.

  Review in Books — by Jennifer Bogart — on Oct 13, 2008

• Book Review: Sin In The Second City by Karen Abbott

  A look at the most famous brothel at the turn of the century, and its struggle to remain legal.

  Review in Books — by Alyse Wax — on Oct 13, 2008

• Graphic Novel Review: Dugout by Adam Beechen and Manny Bello

  A new graphic novel combines baseball and prison break yarn.

  Review in Books — by Bill Sherman — on Oct 13, 2008