“The Fourth Kind” is a strange brew of genres
“The Fourth Kind” walks the line between a traditional narrative and faux documentary.
Eric Toles, Writer
• November 11, 2009
Goats, the Army, Clooney: Awkward
"The Men Who Stare at Goats" has a great premise, but the story doesn't fit well within the film's style.
Jonathan Hudson, Writer
• November 10, 2009
Weezer recovers with “Raditude”
Weezer's new album is full of soon-to-be favorites.
Heather Tanji, Writer
• November 4, 2009
“A Christmas Carol”: Heartwarming and bone-chilling
Jim Carrey showcases impressive voice talent in this computer animated version of Charles Dickens' classic novel.
Samantha Aviles, Writer
• November 4, 2009
“This is It” leaves you wondering
"This is It" leaves audiences dreaming about what could have been Michael Jackson's greatest performance.
Job Ang, Writer
• November 3, 2009
“Hello Hurricane” infuses fresh take on the Switchfoot sound
It’s not often a band can create a sound to call their own while remaining creatively agile, each proceeding record sounding unlike the last.
Job Ang, Writer
• October 29, 2009
Old story speaks to modern issues in “Astro Boy”
"Astro Boy" is charming and thought provoking, but too often stoops to using stereotypes.
Jonathan Hudson, Writer
• October 27, 2009
“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.
Jordan Lopez, Writer
• October 19, 2009
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.
October 13, 2009
Relient K fails to innovate in new album
Relient K's new album is raw and authentic but lacks innovation.
Job Ang, Writer
• October 13, 2009
“Couples Retreat” loses positive message by exploiting sex
“Couples Retreat” may be a comedy, but it disgusts just as often as it entertains.
Harmony Wheeler, Writer
• October 13, 2009
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?
Jennifer Northway, Writer
• October 7, 2009
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