Summer Movies Preview
May 17, 2010
Meghan Merwin, Catherine Mote, Cecile Pham, Natasha Sosa
So many new movies are coming out this summer, but which ones are worth seeing? This dilemma is always plaguing us, but now we have recommendations. So when you are sitting there during summer vacation and do not know what to do with those boundless hours without homework, consider these. Movies are... [Read more]
Fe-nomenal: Iron Man 2 Review
May 17, 2010
Lucy Ainley
Brewing up a sequel to the blockbuster hit, Iron Man 2 was somewhat of a gamble, as is every “Part Two” to any popular film. But this second installment of billionaire-turned-super-hero Tony Stark’s (Robert Downey, Jr.) adventures was far from disappointing. Comedic veteran Jon Favreau... [Read more]
Alice in Wonderland
March 9, 2010
Monica Csikesz
March 5 was the must-see release of Walt Disney’s Alice in Wonderland in stunning 3D. Tim Burton directed this film as a delicious combination of over-the-top acting with lively animation. This movie was well worth the wait, and excited fans all over the world christened their budding spring season... [Read more]
Movie Review: Dear John
February 9, 2010
Katja Kane - Foempe, Specials Section-Editor
What could be more romantic than a long-distance relationship in a young girls’ eyes? The answer is nothing, unless that long distance is caused by war. In Dear John, John Tyree (Channing Tatum), a Special Forces Army sergeant, is on his two-week leave from his station in Germany. John has a hard time... [Read more]
Princess and the Frog Hops Into Theaters
January 8, 2010
Meghan Merwin, Staff Reporter
A handsome prince, endless riches, and a huge castle. What more could a young girl hope for? In the past, many Disney princesses have given the impression that the answer is nothing. But with their first animated heroine since Mulan, The Princess and the Frog defies many Disney stereotypes and gives... [Read more]
New Moon Review: Twi Harder
November 21, 2009
Christina Vu, Assistant Editor
As the much anticipated movie New Moon made its debut on Nov. 20, werewolves and vampires elicited not horrified screams, but hormonal ones. Having already set a record of $26.3 million in North American midnight showings, beating out the record set by Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince,... [Read more]
Julie and Julia
September 15, 2009
Katja Kane-Foempe, Special Sections Editor
What’s 6’2, has red curly hair and would do anything for a stick of butter? The answer is no one other than the classic Julia Child. Julia Child is the primary source of Julie Powell’s success in the writing business. Julie Powell, an almost 30-year-old woman working for a government agency... [Read more]
Movie Review: Wolverine
July 14, 2009
Sanjna Parulekar , Features Editor •
What’s centuries old, has facial hair reminiscent of Samuel Adams and nails that would put any manicurist to tears (not to mention defy human anatomy)? No, the answer is not Twilight vampire Edward Cullen, but Wolverine, a mutant from the popular comic book series, X-men. The latest installment of... [Read more]
Movie Review: Fighting
July 14, 2009
Lauren McHugh , Staff Reporter •
What do an impoverished young adult, fake Harry Potter books, and rippling muscles have in common? Well, Channing Tatum of course! He stars in the new movie Fighting, in which he becomes a well-known street fighter to earn some money. The plot starts off with Shawn MacArthur, played by Tatum, wandering... [Read more]
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