December 2, 2009 Archive

Video

• DVD Review: Mental: The Complete First Season

  A poorly-constructed House.

  Review in Video — by Luigi Bastardo — on Dec 02, 2009

• Blu-ray Review: Shorts

  Not very good, but there is a certain charm to be gleaned from its origins.

  Review in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Dec 02, 2009

• DVD Review: Treasury of 100 Storybook Classics (Scholastic Storybook Treasures)

  A highly recommended, comprehensive collection of well-loved modern storybook classics.

  Review in Video — by Jennifer Bogart — on Dec 02, 2009

• TV Review: Lie To Me - "Fold Equity"

  Lightman finds that Vegas brings out the worst in himself in this week's episode of Lie To Me.

  Review in Video — by Gerry Weaver — on Dec 02, 2009

• Movie Review: Fantastic Mr. Fox

  Far more than "Fantastic," this "Fox" has Oscar contender written all over it.

  Review in Video — by Cinenerd — on Dec 02, 2009

• Movie Review: The Road

  Make sure you have no sharp objects when you see this.

  Review in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Dec 02, 2009

• TV Review: House, M.D. - "Wilson"

  House, M.D. takes us inside the House-Wilson dynamic through a unique point of view: Wilson's.

  Review in Video — by Barbara Barnett — on Dec 02, 2009

Music

• Retro Redux: The Arbors Found Their Path To Success

  It took a while, but they finally found the secret to career longevity.

  Opinion in Music — by Big Geez — on Dec 02, 2009

• Music Review: Irmin Schmidt - Filmmusik Anthology Volume 4 & 5

  The fourth and fifth selections of Irmin Schmidt's soundtracks are available now.

  Review in Music — by Greg Barbrick — on Dec 02, 2009

• Music DVD Review: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Live

  Your life will be enriched after watching this set.

  Review in Music — by Gordon S. Miller — on Dec 02, 2009

• New Album Releases: Il Divo, Enya, R. Kelly, Juvenile, Britney Spears

  Black Friday's leftovers and the land of misfit toys...

  News in Music — by Josh Hathaway — on Dec 02, 2009

• How Do You Solve a Problem Like Adam?

  Controversy follows Adam Lambert like a stalker.

  Opinion in Music — by Alexandra Jones — on Dec 02, 2009

• Born Frustrated

  Nearly all religions and beliefs around the world have some sort of Holiday that center around this time of year.

  Opinion in Music — by Benjamin Cossel — on Dec 02, 2009

• Verse Chorus Verse: Glen Phillips - "Thankful"

  I don't know why Glen Phillips' music and thankfulness seem to go hand-in-hand for me, but it does.

  Review in Music — by Josh Hathaway — on Dec 02, 2009

• Music DVD Review: Joe Bonamassa - Joe Bonamassa Live From The Royal Albert Hall

  Dreams can come true, just ask Joe Bonamassa's dad.

  Review in Music — by Jeff Perkins — on Dec 02, 2009

• Music Review: Paul McCartney - Good Evening New York City: Deluxe Edition

  A fun, if redundant, trip through McCartney's career.

  Review in Music — by The Other Chad — on Dec 02, 2009

• I Hear Sparks: Lisa B - The Poetry of Groove

  Lisa B makes the blend work, oozing sexuality and clever cool without coming across as pompous or tacky.

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on Dec 02, 2009

• Music Review: Jackie DeShannon - Jackie DeShannon

  Jackie DeShannon's 1963 debut album returns for a well deserved encore.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Dec 02, 2009

• Music Review: Adam Lambert - For Your Entertainment

  Not a good stocking stuffer for the Glamberts in your life — They already have it.

  Review in Music — by Alexandra Jones — on Dec 02, 2009

• Music Review: David Arkenstone - Christmas Lounge

  Christmas Lounge is perfect for anyone looking for a fresh downtempo alternative to the standard Christmas music classics.

  Review in Music — by The Coaster Critic — on Dec 02, 2009

Books

• Book Review: Eragon's Guide To Alagaesia by Christopher Paolini

  A beautifully illustrated history and overview of the world Paolini created for his adventure.

  Review in Books — by Richard Marcus — on Dec 02, 2009

• Book Review: The Gathering Storm by Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson

  After four years of waiting the Wheel of Time turns again...

  Review in Books — by Amanda — on Dec 02, 2009

Gaming

• PlayStation 3 Review: Dragon Ball - Raging Blast

  This Dragon Ball fighter lacks punch.

  Review in Gaming — by Josh Lasser — on Dec 02, 2009

• Nintendo DS Review: My Baby: First Steps

  Care for your own baby and watch them grow and develop because of your actions.

  Review in Gaming — by MommyBKnowsBest — on Dec 02, 2009

Sci/Tech

• How Important Is Your Blog?

  We examine a couple of ways to differentiate your blog from the competition and make it clearly stand out.

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Cade Lee — on Dec 02, 2009

Politics

• White House Party Crashers: Who Let the Salahis In?

  As the mystery unfolds, a Congressional hearing is forthcoming, to which the Salahis do have a formal invitation.

  Satire in Politics — by Christine Lakatos — on Dec 02, 2009

• Capitol Idea: It's The Jobs, Stupid

  Focusing "like a laser beam" on employment now will pay off for the president later

  Opinion in Politics — by Scott Nance — on Dec 02, 2009