March 17, 2009 Archive

Video

• Movie Review: Jason X

  It's a great popcorn-eating, "root for the shamelessness" kind of flick.

  Review in Video — by Cinema Sentries — on Mar 17, 2009

• TV Review: House, M.D. — "Here Kitty"

  A prophetic cat, who seems to know when someone is going to die, piques House's interest in "Here Kitty."

  Review in Video — by Barbara Barnett — on Mar 17, 2009

• DVD Review: Quantum of Solace (Two-Disc Special Edition)

  It captures all of the action, but only some of the fun that made Bond great to begin with.

  Review in Video — by Cinema Sentries — on Mar 17, 2009

• TV Recap: 24 Day Seven: Hour 14 - On the Run Again, and no Popsicles

  Then there’s a knock at the door - “Lemme in, it’s Kelso!” Jack and Mayer ignore the greeting.

  Review in Video — by Mary K. Williams — on Mar 17, 2009

• Goldfinger, Blofeld, a Cat, and Gregory House

  House messes with Bond... James Bond.

  Opinion in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Mar 17, 2009

• Movie Review: Watchmen

  Mindlessly faithful and over-glossy reverence does not necessarily translate to a successful film adaptation for a thoughtful graphic novel.

  Review in Video — by moviejohn — on Mar 17, 2009

• TV Review: More Surprises From Dancing with the Stars' Second Night of Performance

  Ty thrilled, Chuck tanked, Li'l Kim became classy, and the ambulance carried away the third star this season.

  Review in Video — by Kimberly Mauck — on Mar 17, 2009

• Movie Review: Watchmen

  Fantastic film that will leave you with a lot on your mind.

  Review in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Mar 17, 2009

• DVD Review: City of Ember

  While the movie ends on an up note, the lack of extras on the DVD is very disappointing.

  Review in Video — by Blake Matthews — on Mar 17, 2009

• Movie Review: Bronson

  As the title character, Tom Hardy gives what could fittingly be described as a force of nature performance.

  Review in Video — by Ross Miller — on Mar 17, 2009

Sports

• March Madness: Don't Cry For Mid-Majors

  Are Mid-Majors really being snubbed by the NCAA Tournament?

  Opinion in Sports — by Aaron Markowitz — on Mar 17, 2009

• Is Brett Gardner's Prolific Spring a Sign of Things to Come?

  While spring training numbers can be decieving, Brett Gardner seems poised to take over as the new Yankee centerfielder.

  Opinion in Sports — by Anthony Tobis — on Mar 17, 2009

• Blue Jackets Shutout by Red Wings 4-0

  Well, they got their revenge.

  Opinion in Sports — by Robert M. Barga — on Mar 17, 2009

Music

• BC Music Goodie Bag: A Peek at SXSW – Ionia, Gomez, The Felice Brothers, Heartless Bastards, and Uncle Lucius

  Whether or not you can make it to Austin, we have some samples for you in the Goodie Bag.

  News in Music — by Connie Phillips — on Mar 17, 2009

• Music Review: The Moody Blues - The Other Side Of Life

  The Moody Blues: Chapter 12.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Mar 17, 2009

• DVD Review: NOFX - Backstage Passport

  Take one part No Reservations and one part Warped Tour, shake, and out comes NOFX's Backstage Passport.

  Review in Music — by Brian McConville — on Mar 17, 2009

• Randy Crawford Possesses A Rare Gift in R&B and Jazz: Vocal Versatiity

  Listen to one album by underrated R&B/jazz vocalist Randy Crawford, and you'll be instantly hooked.

  Opinion in Music — by Kit O'Toole — on Mar 17, 2009

• Music Review: An Horse - Rearrange Beds

  There’s talent here, it’s undeniable; not everything really comes together though.

  Review in Music — by Luke Johnson — on Mar 17, 2009

• Music Review: K'Naan - Troubadour

  K'naan pours out his soul out of necessity.

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on Mar 17, 2009

• Coldplay Announce Spring/Summer 2009 Tour Dates

  Touring in uncertain economic times is just the latest in the up-and-down year for Coldplay...

  News in Music — by Josh Hathaway — on Mar 17, 2009

• Music Review: Melora Creager - Melora a la Basilica

  Limited edition sampling of fan favorites, recorded with the new Rasputina lineup.

  Review in Music — by Anna Creech — on Mar 17, 2009

• New Album Releases 03/17/09: Willie Nelson, Nick Lowe, Marianne Faithfull, Mick Fleetwood Blues Band, Static-X, Mike Marshall

  Some tasty bits to chew on this week.

  News in Music — by Glen Boyd — on Mar 17, 2009

Culture

• Interview with William Hart, World Food Programme Country Director for Nicaragua

  WFP in Nicaragua provides a nutritious school lunch to 300,000 boys and girls at the pre-school and elementary levels.

  Interview in Culture — by William Lambers — on Mar 17, 2009

Tastes

• Tasting Wine From Portugal

  Associate Portugal with Port wine? This country makes excellent dry wines and is the newest trend among wine aficionados and consumers alike.

  Opinion in Tastes — by Marisa DVari — on Mar 17, 2009

Books

• Book Review: City of Longing: A Love Story by Victoria Thompson

  A tale of memory and exile buried in a book of hopeless love.

  Review in Books — by JS Breukelaar — on Mar 17, 2009