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The Chimes

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The Chimes

Biola first university to screen “I AM”

Producers say their film "I AM" attempts to overcome the "velveeta" of Christian movies.
Cassandra Gonzales, Writer November 7, 2010
Producers say their film "I AM" attempts to overcome the "velveeta" of Christian movies.

Hereafter examines question of the afterlife

Hereafter examines question of the afterlife
Clint Eastwood crafts a different kind of ghost story which asks all the right questions but doesn’t answer them.
November 7, 2010
Clint Eastwood crafts a different kind of ghost story which asks all the right questions but doesn’t answer them.

Alternative rock bands stop in Brea on House of Heroes tour

Alternative rock bands stop in Brea on House of Heroes tour
House of Heroes headlines an intimate concert at a church in Brea.
November 7, 2010
House of Heroes headlines an intimate concert at a church in Brea.

Biola students present “A Doll’s House”

The cast of "A Doll's House" is set to put on their performances in Theatre 21 on November 4-7, and 12-14. The play is directed by Forest Robinson. Photo by KATIE JURANEK/ The Chimes
Ibsen's classic play has come to Biola's Theatre 21.
Michelle Hong, Writer November 3, 2010
Ibsen's classic play has come to Biola's Theatre 21.

Kings of Leon sets themselves apart with “Only By the Night”

Kings of Leon sets themselves apart with "Only By the Night"
Kings of Leon returns with another album, and continues to defy the typical Top 40 style.
Job Ang, Writer October 27, 2010
Kings of Leon returns with another album, and continues to defy the typical Top 40 style.

Propaganda’s album inventive and truth-filled

Propaganda’s album inventive and truth-filled
Propaganda, a frequent Biola guest performer, brings a theological spin to the world of hip hop on his album.
October 27, 2010
Propaganda, a frequent Biola guest performer, brings a theological spin to the world of hip hop on his album.

“The Age of Adz” showcases Steven’s raw musical talent

“The Age of Adz” showcases Steven’s raw musical talent
Sufjan Steven’s new album was worth the five-year wait.
Andrew Entzminger, Writer October 21, 2010
Sufjan Steven’s new album was worth the five-year wait.

Bruno Mars talented, but leaves room to grow on first solo album

Bruno Mars talented, but leaves room to grow on first solo album
The popular second man finally goes solo with “Doo-Wops and Hooligans,” but can’t avoid cliché lyrics and melodies on otherwise catchy songs.
Job Ang, Writer October 20, 2010
The popular second man finally goes solo with “Doo-Wops and Hooligans,” but can’t avoid cliché lyrics and melodies on otherwise catchy songs.

“RED” not as dangerous as it tries to be

“RED” not as dangerous as it tries to be
Based on a graphic novel, “RED” is an amusing story of retired spies, but under-delivers on cast and plot potential.
October 20, 2010
Based on a graphic novel, “RED” is an amusing story of retired spies, but under-delivers on cast and plot potential.

Brooke Fraser vibrant on “Flags”

Brooke Fraser vibrant on "Flags"
Brooke Fraser continues her musical creativity and gentle spiritual influences with third solo album "Flags."
Job Ang, Writer October 13, 2010
Brooke Fraser continues her musical creativity and gentle spiritual influences with third solo album "Flags."

“Secretariat,” although conventional, is a pleasant surprise

"Secretariat" has its rough spots, but ends pleasantly.
October 13, 2010
"Secretariat" has its rough spots, but ends pleasantly.

“Buried” surprises, despite low budget

"Buried" surprises, despite low budget
Despite a low budget, "Buried" delivers as a mystery and psychological thriller.
October 13, 2010
Despite a low budget, "Buried" delivers as a mystery and psychological thriller.