November 30, 2012 Archive

Video

• Top Ten Cutest Kids in the Movies

  The higher you get on the list, the better the combination of cute kids and great movie.

  Review in Video — by Cinema Sentries — on Nov 30, 2012

• Universal Studios Home Entertainment's Holiday 2012 Gift Guide

  Five magnificent sets guaranteed to whet the appetites of movie/TV lovers.

  Review in Video — by Luigi Bastardo — on Nov 30, 2012

• DVD Review: CHiPs '99 - The Silly Story is Just Extra Icing on the Cheesecake

  Ponch and Judy return for the inevitable reunion movie.

  Review in Video — by Luigi Bastardo — on Nov 30, 2012

• TV Review: Supernatural - "Hunteri Heroici"

  Sam, Dean, and Castiel play by cartoon rules in Supernatural's "Hunteri Heroici."

  Review in Video — by Gerry Weaver — on Nov 30, 2012

• DVD Review: Get a Life - The Complete Series

  A surreal, self-reflexive sitcom that was way ahead of its time.

  Review in Video — by Dusty Somers — on Nov 30, 2012

• Movie Review: The Collection

  The sequel to 2009's The Collector is missing a few key pieces.

  Review in Video — by T.A. Wardrope — on Nov 30, 2012

Politics

• On Loyalty, Politics, and Statehood

  The days of the state as the predominant political institution of our time are numbered.

  Opinion in Politics — by Roger Nowosielski — on Nov 30, 2012

• Abortion: Why Pro Choice?

  Abortion is a personal choice, not a legal debate.

  Opinion in Politics — by sainatom — on Nov 30, 2012

• If Found Guilty, Bradley Manning Deserves a Very Long Prison Sentence

  Manning may have thought he was doing the right thing, but the way he went about it is inexcusable and unforgivable.

  Opinion in Politics — by Glenn Contrarian — on Nov 30, 2012

• Mike Lee Passes Amendment to Protect Civil Liberties in NDAA

  It's not perfect, but the Senate has finally listened to the people and protected civil liberties in the NDAA

  News in Politics — by Dave Nalle — on Nov 30, 2012

Books

• Book Review: Trapped by Kevin Hearne

  Kevin Hearne is back with more adventures of Atticus O'Sullivan and Oberon in the latest Iron Druid book.

  Review in Books — by Fitz — on Nov 30, 2012

• Book Review: Terrible Nerd by Kevin Savetz

  The autobiography of America Online's "Answer Man," Kevin Savetz.

  Review in Books — by Greg Barbrick — on Nov 30, 2012

• Interview: John Paul Jaramillo, author of The House of Order

  "I think I’m particularly interested in trouble. Folks getting in and out of trouble."

  Interview in Books — by Mayra Calvani — on Nov 30, 2012

• Book Review: Kicking & Dreaming: A Story of Heart, Soul, and Rock & Roll by Ann and Nancy Wilson with Charles R. Cross

  Anyone who has ever enjoyed listening to Heart will enjoy this book.

  Review in Books — by Rhetta Akamatsu — on Nov 30, 2012

• Book Review: King of the Dead by Joseph Nassise

  Jeremiah Hunt is on the run from the FBI and heading towards more deadly trouble in New Orleans... Care to tag along?

  Review in Books — by Fitz — on Nov 30, 2012

• Book Review: Lives of Notorious Cooks by Brendan Connell

  Playing fast and loose with some whimsical and witty “fictional biographies,” the inventive Connell’s oft-macabre manner helps propel over 50 flights of culinary fancy.

  Review in Books — by Gordon Hauptfleisch — on Nov 30, 2012

Music

• Music Review: Eva Cassidy - The Best of Eva Cassidy

  Eva Cassidy's greatest hits gathered on one album!

  Review in Music — by Fitz — on Nov 30, 2012

• Music Review: The Duke Ellington Orchestra - Bigbands Live: Duke Ellington Orchestra

  Jazzhaus releases '67 Ellington concert in Bigbands Live: Duke Ellington Orchestra.

  Review in Music — by Jack Goodstein — on Nov 30, 2012

• Music Review: Alexx Calise - AC3

  Singer-songwriter Alexx Calise's new EP brings even heavier riffs and more memorable melodies

  Review in Music — by Scott Deitche — on Nov 30, 2012

• Music Review: Deftones - Koi No Yokan

  Koi No Yokan is the Sacramento alternative metal heroes' best record since White Pony.

  Review in Music — by Charlie Doherty — on Nov 30, 2012

• Music Review: Lalo Schifrin - Lalo Schifrin: My Life in Music

  A remarkable four-CD set of highlights from Lalo Schifrin's 50 year musical career.

  Review in Music — by Greg Barbrick — on Nov 30, 2012

• Concert Review: Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band at The Rose Garden, Portland, Oregon, 11/28/12

  At one of their only two Pacific Northwest shows this year, the greatest band in rock seemed to be on a mission to spread the E Street gospel even more than usual.

  Review in Music — by Glen Boyd — on Nov 30, 2012

• Music Review: The Steve Miller Band - Number 5

  The Steve Miller Band: Chapter 5. The Steve Miller Band finished the first phase of their career in fine style.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Nov 30, 2012

Culture

• Theater Review (NYC): Antigone/Progeny

  A pairing of plays, one new and one ancient, points out the constants of the human condition.

  Review in Culture — by Jon Sobel — on Nov 30, 2012

• Theatre Review (Singapore): Hansel & Gretel by Alfian Sa'at and Elaine Chan

  W!ld Rice's musical is a deliciously funny Singapore-flavoured pantomime for the whole family.

  Review in Culture — by Sharmila — on Nov 30, 2012

• Top Gift Ideas for Faraway Loved Ones This Holiday Season

  For family or loved ones who live far away, there are some fantastic gift-basket options available.

  Opinion in Culture — by amy.nicole — on Nov 30, 2012