May 19, 2011 Archive

Video

• Polish Sci-Fi Cinema: An Introduction

  They didn't just make sci-fi films on this side of the Iron Curtain, you know.

  Review in Video — by Pacze Moj — on May 19, 2011

• Previewing ABC's New Series: Once Upon A Time and Charlie's Angels

  Once Upon A Time and a Charlie's Angels reboot headline ABC's Fall lineup.

  Opinion in Video — by Matt Caverhill — on May 19, 2011

• TV Review: The Good Wife - "Closing Arguments"

  The Good Wife season finale mixes an intense case with lots of personal developments.

  Review in Video — by JeromeWetzelTV — on May 19, 2011

• Movie Review: Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides

  To yarr or not to yarr. More like yawn. The first sleep inducing summer flick is about to set sail.

  Review in Video — by Cinenerd — on May 19, 2011

• TV Review: Raising Hope - "Don't Vote for This Episode"

  Raising Hope goes back in time to fill in the gaps for its freshman season finale.

  Review in Video — by JeromeWetzelTV — on May 19, 2011

• TV Review: Justified Season Finale Leaves Many Questions and Viewers Eager for Season 3

  The Justified Season 2 Finale Twisted the Plot and Left Viewers Begging for More

  News in Video — by Claire Bear — on May 19, 2011

• TV Review: breaking_in - "21.0 Jump Street"

  breaking_in bites the dust after a mere six weeks, but deserves to go on much longer.

  Review in Video — by JeromeWetzelTV — on May 19, 2011

• DVD Review: Chuck Norris Karate Kommandos - The Complete Series

  An atrocious short-lived '80s cartoon that's just begging for your mocking touch.

  Review in Video — by Dusty Somers — on May 19, 2011

Books

• Book Review: Daddy Dates by Greg Wright

  A wonderful book provides tips on how to better get to know your family.

  Review in Books — by Radtke Customs — on May 19, 2011

• Book Review: Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother by Amy Chua

  Bringing up children the Chinese way.

  Review in Books — by Jack Goodstein — on May 19, 2011

• Interview: Kai Strand, Author of The Weaver

  Learn more about author Kai Strand and delve into one of her favorite memories!

  Interview in Books — by April Pohren — on May 19, 2011

Tastes

• Quinoa Tabbouleh

  A New Twist on a Middle Eastern Classic Side Dish

  Opinion in Tastes — by Daphne Wotherspoon — on May 19, 2011

• Don't try the Cabbage Soup Diet!

  The Cabbage Soup Diet isn't a new diet, but hasn't gotten any better.

  Opinion in Tastes — by allisonmidorireilly — on May 19, 2011

Music

• Music Review: Mickey Newbury - An American Trilogy (Box Set)

  An American musician returns with a trilogy of his best albums.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on May 19, 2011

• Music Review: Bowling For Soup - Fishin' For Woos

  Old timey rockers looking for a summer party soundtrack.

  Review in Music — by Aaron Kupferberg — on May 19, 2011

Sports

• A Runner's Diary: Getting Back on Track

  Getting back is harder than you think.

  Opinion in Sports — by Hilary Topper — on May 19, 2011

Culture

• The Russian Manchester: How Ivanovo Is Finding Its Way in Post-Soviet Russia

  Hailed as the "Russian Manchester" and "the city of brides", the textile town of Ivanovo is slowly adapting to post-Soviet realities.

  Opinion in Culture — by Julie Delvaux — on May 19, 2011

• Cabaret Review (LA): Dan Frishman with the Ben Armentano Big Band at Sterling's Upstairs at Vitello's

  Television vet Dan Frischman mixes music, magic and more.

  Review in Culture — by Robert Machray — on May 19, 2011

Politics

• Grandiose Expectations: Learning to Believe Within Our Limits

  A rational approach to believing in and expecting things from politicians.

  Opinion in Politics — by Joseph F. Cotto — on May 19, 2011

• Russia Wants Partnership on Defense Shield – Threatens New Cold War.

  Russian President Medvedev demanded in no uncertain terms to participate in the European Missile Defense Shield, designed to protect against attack from hostile nations like Iran.

  Opinion in Politics — by John Lake — on May 19, 2011

• The Irrelevance Of Infidelity Or, Have We Learned Nothing In 20 Years?

  We elected a known philanderer for president in 1992. Why do we still obsess over politicians' marriages, which ought to be private?

  Opinion in Politics — by Scott Nance — on May 19, 2011

• And Finally, They Rise

  Palestinians mark the creation of Israel - or Nakba - by protests. What will happen next - if anything?

  Opinion in Politics — by Catherine Manfre — on May 19, 2011

• Facing the Facts: Coming to Terms With Reality in Politics

  Why we should place realism above idealism in modern politics.

  Opinion in Politics — by Joseph F. Cotto — on May 19, 2011