October 16, 2010 Archive

Video

• DVD Review: Louie Bluie - The Criterion Collection

  Director Terry Zwigoff’s examines the fine artistic line between the commercial and the personal with this documentary.

  Review in Video — by Pat Padua — on Oct 16, 2010

• Movie Review: Fight Club - A Film Worth Talking About

  For those who are trying to find meaning in a dull life or looking for a psychological thrill, Fight.

  Review in Video — by Katharine M. Sparrow — on Oct 16, 2010

• DVD Review: Disneynature's Oceans

  Undersea creatures as you've never seen before

  Review in Video — by Confessions of an Overworked Mom — on Oct 16, 2010

• TV Review: Bones Enjoying Stride

  Bones has grown into a very comfortable, fun place. Memo to the people involved: thanks, but please Adon't be complacent.

  Opinion in Video — by JeromeWetzelTV — on Oct 16, 2010

• Movie Review: Death at a Funeral (2010)

  An "African Americanized" remake of a British film which deals with chaos and secrets revealed at a funeral.

  Review in Video — by Kadeem Lundy — on Oct 16, 2010

• Movie Review: Secretariat

  Review over new Disney film, Secretariat

  Review in Video — by LindsayWhelchel — on Oct 16, 2010

Books

• New Anthology to Assist Haiti Earthquake Victims Published

  Intended to celebrate Haiti’s rich heritage and culture, the literary compilation and "declaration of solidarity with the survivors” is set to be launched October 26.

  News in Books — by Nicole Weaver — on Oct 16, 2010

• Graphic Novel Review: Dark Rain by Mat Johnson and Simone Gane

  A caper novel with strong social overtones set against the fury of Hurricane Katrina.

  Review in Books — by Mel Odom — on Oct 16, 2010

• Book Review: American Hardcore: A Tribal History (Second Edition) by Steven Blush

  The second edition of American Hardcore: A Tribal History updates the definitive punk rock tome.

  Review in Books — by Greg Barbrick — on Oct 16, 2010

• Book Review: Music: I - LXXIV by August Kleinzahler

  The award winning poet writes eloquently about music.

  Review in Books — by Randall Radic — on Oct 16, 2010

• Comic Book Review: John Carter of Mars #1 by Arvad Nelson and Stephen Sadowski

  John Carter and Tars Tarkas are revealed in their early days before they forged an unforgettable friendship.

  Review in Books — by Mel Odom — on Oct 16, 2010

Culture

• Racist India

  Are we, the Indians, qualified to call anyone a racist?

  Opinion in Culture — by aashusood — on Oct 16, 2010

• Fighting Global Hunger in the Classroom

  Teachers can integrate the study of global hunger into their lessons plans.

  News in Culture — by William Lambers — on Oct 16, 2010

Gaming

• PlayStation Network Review: Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse

  Finally a point-and-click game that doesn't suck to play with a controller.

  Review in Gaming — by Jason Westhaver — on Oct 16, 2010

• Nintendo Wii Review: Wii Party

  A game for the whole family.

  Review in Gaming — by Sherry Lipp — on Oct 16, 2010

Tastes

• The Perfect Pre-Holiday Diet

  Don't spend another holiday wearing clothes that feel too tight or avoiding cameras. We've got a little over a month until Thanksgiving so now is a great time to make some healthy changes!

  Review in Tastes — by Marly McMillen — on Oct 16, 2010

Politics

• Germany and France's Muslim Problem: Is Political Frustration the Cause?

  Separation of church and state must be valued. This is imperative for healthy religion. Repression of Islamic representation is a bad thing, certainly, but when followers of salafism turn to violent radicalization, measures must be taken to protect natural born citizens.

  Opinion in Politics — by rynjhnsn — on Oct 16, 2010

• Are American Politicians To Blame for The Chinese/Taiwanese Fallout?

  American politicians may be at fault for new tension between China, Taiwan

  Opinion in Politics — by John Lake — on Oct 16, 2010

• Progressives and Tea Party People need Parties to Call their Own

  I'm getting tired of "wasting" my vote by voting for "major" party candidates

  Opinion in Politics — by Winston Apple — on Oct 16, 2010

• Welfare State System at Stake in European Austerity Measures

  In the name of fiscal discipline and making public finances healthier, the European financial power houses are putting Keynesian welfare state concept at stake at the cost of people finances.

  Opinion in Politics — by Sekhar — on Oct 16, 2010

Music

• An Interview with Lawrence Gowan of Styx

  The Styx vocalist and keyboardist talks about the band's current tour, featuring The Grand Illusion and Pieces of Eight in full.

  Interview in Music — by Donald Gibson — on Oct 16, 2010

• Music Review: Allo Darlin’ - Allo Darlin’

  Allo Darlin’ are a delightful group, and the perfect dose of cloudy sunshine on a cool fall day.

  Review in Music — by Patrick Taylor — on Oct 16, 2010

• Music Review: Oasis - Time Flies. . . 1994 - 2009

  Disbanded for good, the band releases a two-disc set of all its singles.

  Review in Music — by Bill Sherman — on Oct 16, 2010

• Music Review: Black Milk - Album Of The Year

  Black Milk's fourth album incorporates blistering drums and live instrumentation for another brilliant effort.

  Review in Music — by Bunneh3000 — on Oct 16, 2010

• Music Review: The Moody Blues — Days of Future Passed

  Another Album in the "Dark Elf Essential Perfomances" Series.

  Review in Music — by The Dark Elf — on Oct 16, 2010

• Music Review: Berlin Voices - About Christmas

  An early Christmas gift by way of Berlin.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Oct 16, 2010