Old story speaks to modern issues in “Astro Boy”
"Astro Boy" is charming and thought provoking, but too often stoops to using stereotypes.
“Where the Wild Things Are” misses the mark
"Where the Wild Things Are" is visually stunning but doesn't expand upon the simple children's story from which it is based.
Paramore’s “Brand New Eyes” fulfills its hype
It should be unanimously agreed that Paramore's new album, “Brand New Eyes,” was worth the wait.
Relient K fails to innovate in new album
Relient K's new album is raw and authentic but lacks innovation.
“Couples Retreat” loses positive message by exploiting sex
“Couples Retreat” may be a comedy, but it disgusts just as often as it entertains.
Job shows up in “A Serious Man”
The Coen brothers’ latest drama asks deep questions about the nature of suffering. Is it bad luck, or is God conspiring against us?
Lots of guts, little explanation in “Zombieland”
I like zombies — a lot. Well, technically I hate them, but I love the idea of them. Something about the idea of zombies appeals to me for a few reasons.
“Surrogates” regurgitates dry sci-fi themes
“Surrogates” tries to make up for its lack of uniqueness with an abundance of standard Hollywood formula.
“Toy-Story 3-D” is delightfully nostalgic
Review of Pixar's new "Toy Story 3-D," to be released October 2.
Documentary honestly critiques Christian subculture
Writer / director Dan Merchant presents a sharp, but humorous and fair picture of the divide between Christian and secular culture.
“Jennifer’s Body” is only skin-deep
Writer Diablo Cody’s new film, “Jennifer’s Body,” is, despite its big budget, nothing more than a “B” horror movie.
At the start of every semester, the Torrey Honors College holds a series of lectures for each class of students called “Why You Read What You...