November 11, 2008 Archive

Culture

• Interview: Damieta Gregório Mendes of the World Food Programme in Guinea Bissau

  "Apart from the basic right of access to food, school feeding is very important to help promote education [...]."

  Interview in Culture — by William Lambers — on Nov 11, 2008

• Theater Review (NYC): As We Speak by John Patrick Bray

  Other than its use of technology, Bray's adaptation of Sinclair Lewis' novel is too amateurish to resonate in any real way.

  Review in Culture — by Ethan Stanislawski — on Nov 11, 2008

• Monty Python: Stop Me If You've Heard This One

  An appreciation of the seminal British comedy troupe.

  Opinion in Culture — by carney — on Nov 11, 2008

• Theater Review (LA): Waiting in The Wings by Noel Coward at Theatre West

  A loving look at actresses in retirement.

  Review in Culture — by Robert Machray — on Nov 11, 2008

Tastes

• TasteTV: Kama Sutra Chocolates From the Xocolate Bar

  The Xocolate Bar talks with TasteTV about their popular Kama Sutra and Buddha chocolates.

  Interview in Tastes — by TasteTV — on Nov 11, 2008

• Denny's Changes World Forever With "Rockstar Menu"

  Is it possible to love Denny's even more than you already do? Here's your answer: Potachos. Also, yes.

  News in Tastes — by Matt Springer — on Nov 11, 2008

Video

• Exploitation Cinema: Lady Snowblood (Shurayukihime)

  The decisive revenge movie.

  Review in Video — by Jordan Richardson — on Nov 11, 2008

• DVD Review: Kung Fu Panda Two-Pack (Kung Fu Panda Widescreen Edition + Secrets of the Furious Five)

  "Kung Fu Panda" is a crowd-pleaser for viewers of all ages.

  Review in Video — by Cinema Sentries — on Nov 11, 2008

• The Changing Televisual Landscape

  Monday nights are overloaded with good TV, and the changes networks seem to be instituting aren't helping (they're not hurting either).

  Opinion in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Nov 11, 2008

• DVD Review: Shrek the Halls

  How does an Ogre celebrate Christmas?

  Review in Video — by Fitz — on Nov 11, 2008

• DVD Review: Space Chimps

  The dense script, lousy animation, and myriad attempts at making torturous puns humorous becomes nearly unbearable.

  Review in Video — by Derek Fleek — on Nov 11, 2008

• Movie Review: Role Models

  David Wain brings his brand of silly to the mainstream.

  Review in Video — by Arlo J. Wiley — on Nov 11, 2008

• Movie Review: Soul Men

  Not terribly original, but terribly funny.

  Review in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Nov 11, 2008

• TV Review: Prison Break - “The Legend” One Big, Silly Ode to Bellick

  Despite the show having some thrills, it is weighed down by senseless eulogies for a lost character.

  Review in Video — by Sharmila — on Nov 11, 2008

• Box Office Update 11/7-11/9: Madagascar 2 Escapes to the Top

  November gets off to a pretty good start with its new animated offering.

  News in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Nov 11, 2008

• Blu-ray Review: Planet of the Apes (1968)

  You'll want to get your stinking paws on this one.

  Review in Video — by Gordon S. Miller — on Nov 11, 2008

• DVD Pick of the Week: Hellboy II - The Golden Army

  The pickings are somewhat slim this week, but there's still enough to keep you busy.

  News in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Nov 11, 2008

Music

• Music Review: Ra - Black Sun

  A strong release from an inventive and melodic, yet powerful, rock band.

  Review in Music — by Scott Deitche — on Nov 11, 2008

• Music Review: Andy Yorke - Simple

  After many years away from music, Thom Yorke’s younger brother Andy makes a worthy comeback to the indie scene.

  Review in Music — by Charlie Doherty — on Nov 11, 2008

• Music Review: Beck - Modern Guilt

  Beck hires on a couple of musical mercenaries for a masterpiece.

  Review in Music — by carney — on Nov 11, 2008

• iBurn: The Disco Running Mix

  An exercise mix set to the tune of disco.

  Opinion in Music — by Michael Pascua — on Nov 11, 2008

• Music Review: Indie Round-Up - Matt Morris, Lee "Scratch" Perry, Asylum Street Spankers

  Matt Morris's high, fluty tenor wafts his words into your consciousness like a message carried on the wind.

  Review in Music — by Jon Sobel — on Nov 11, 2008

• Music Review: Jade Warrior - Now

  Jade Warrior make a very welcome and triumphant return.

  Review in Music — by Jeff Perkins — on Nov 11, 2008

• Retro Redux: Musical Classics Come In All Flavors

  Never mind what others might say -- Dad knew a classic when he heard one.

  Opinion in Music — by Big Geez — on Nov 11, 2008

• Music Review: Maysa - Metamorphosis

  Incognito vocalist Maysa should expand her fan base with her new album, a solid collection of contemporary jazz and R&B.

  Review in Music — by Kit O'Toole — on Nov 11, 2008

• Music Review: Bones Soundtrack

  The Bones Soundtrack features many mellow tracks mixed with a few upbeat tunes, including a great remix and two pleasing remakes.

  Review in Music — by writnkitten — on Nov 11, 2008

• Music Review: General Fuzz - Soulful Filling

  These sonic templates offer up the perfect chill out soundtrack.

  Review in Music — by Scott Deitche — on Nov 11, 2008

• Music Review: Rare Bird - Rare Bird

  Rare Bird's first album from 1969 is re-issued and it's a rare gem.

  Review in Music — by Jeff Perkins — on Nov 11, 2008

• Music Review: Bruce Springsteen - Tunnel Of Love

  Bruce Springsteen: Chapter 8.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Nov 11, 2008

• Hidden Gems of Bruce Springsteen

  These are some often overlooked highlights of the Boss' career.

  Opinion in Music — by Wesley Mead — on Nov 11, 2008

• New Album Releases 11/11/08: Cheap Trick, Genesis, Christina Aguilera, Flaming Lips, Tracy Chapman, Mudcrutch, T-Pain, Taylor Swift, New Order, Vance Gilbert & More

  Now, this is more like it.

  News in Music — by Glen Boyd — on Nov 11, 2008

Sci/Tech

• Make Firefox Yours: A Guide to Some of the Best Firefox Add-Ons

  Installing the right add-ons can enhance your Firefox browser and, ultimately, save you time and increase productivity.

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Kit O'Toole — on Nov 11, 2008

Books

• Book Review: Exit, Pursued by a Bee by Geoff Nelder

  As in all good sci-fi, the plot is built on scientific principles that are absolutely believable, mirrored as they are to what we already understand.

  Review in Books — by Maggie Ball — on Nov 11, 2008

• Book Review: Georgia O'Keeffe and Ansel Adams - Natural Affinities by the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum

  Natural Affinities excels in tying these two leaders of the modern art movement in America together.

  Review in Books — by T. Michael Testi — on Nov 11, 2008

• Book Review: Perfect by Harry Kraus, M.D.

  Appearances can be deceiving.

  Review in Books — by CeeCee McNeil — on Nov 11, 2008

• Book Review: Bags That Rock: Knitting on the Road by Kelley Deal

  A collection of 20 knit bags from The Breeders singer Kelley Deal.

  Review in Books — by Alyse Wax — on Nov 11, 2008

• Book Review: The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman Illustrated By Dave McKean

  Magical moments that transport us out of our world and make us forget our mundane reality.

  Review in Books — by Richard Marcus — on Nov 11, 2008

• Interview with Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein, Author of The Truth: I'm a Girl, I'm Smart and I Know Everything

  This is a fictional diary written by a ten-year-old girl. She speaks the truth clearly and has an innate wisdom that we all had as children.

  Interview in Books — by Dorothy Thompson — on Nov 11, 2008

• Book Review Alex & Me: How a Scientist and a Parrot Uncovered a Hidden World of Animal Intelligence by Irene M. Pepperberg

  A very personal account of a brave woman's journey into the scientific unknown.

  Review in Books — by Ruthie — on Nov 11, 2008

• Book Review: The Siege by Ismail Kadare

  While there is nothing pretty in the surroundings, there is a haunting beauty in the depiction of men who won't surrender to brutality or fear.

  Review in Books — by Richard Marcus — on Nov 11, 2008

• Book Review: Enough - True Measures of Money, Business, and Life by John Bogle

  Legendary former CEO of The Vanguard Group attempts to reform money managers and open the eyes of investors.

  Review in Books — by Justin McHenry — on Nov 11, 2008

• Book Review: Canoeing with the Cree by Eric Sevareid

  Sevareid has a real knack for providing detailed imagery of the environment; the importance of the journey requires commendation.

  Review in Books — by Ryne Barber — on Nov 11, 2008

• Book Review: ABC's Of Lighthearted Living... My Rx - Learn How Happy Leads To Healthy. Trust Your Self. Love Your Life by Margaret Mears, M.D.

  Learn how to live a healthier, happier, more balanced life. Dr. Margaret Mears shares 26 prescriptions for achieving these goals in ABC's of Lighthearted Living.

  Review in Books — by Debbie Friend — on Nov 11, 2008

• Graphic Novel Review: Creature Tech by Doug TenNapel

  Creature Tech has humor, monsters, bargains with demons, space eels and theological debates. It seems to be too good to be true. Sadly, it is.

  Review in Books — by Adam Klin Oron — on Nov 11, 2008

Gaming

• Wii Virtual Console News and Releases for 11/10/2008

  Everyone has their off-week. This week, the Wii Shop Channel has theirs.

  News in Gaming — by Brian Szabelski — on Nov 11, 2008

Politics

• People Before Profit: The Future of the Colombian Free Trade Agreement

  Can Barack Obama keep his promise to put people before profit in dealings with Columbia?

  Opinion in Politics — by Nikki Petrazzuolo — on Nov 11, 2008