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“Role Models” crude but funny

"Role Models," directed by David Wain, is a comedy about two salesman who are given the choice either to go to jail or spend time mentoring kids.
The brand of humor found in “Role Models” is the kind that combines cynicism with cheerfulness. Paul Rudd plays a character so sour that it’s almost a joy for him to get into verbal disputes. Consider the way he argues with a barista about the different coffee cup sizes, pointing out the stupidity in replacing “large” with “venti” because “venti” is Italian for “twenty.”
November 10, 2008
The brand of humor found in “Role Models” is the kind that combines cynicism with cheerfulness. Paul Rudd plays a character so sour that it’s almost a joy for him to get into verbal disputes. Consider the way he argues with a barista about the different coffee cup sizes, pointing out the stupidity in replacing “large” with “venti” because “venti” is Italian for “twenty.”

“The Best Yet”: Switchfoot greatest hits CD throws back to humble beginnings, celebrates new success

'The Best Yet' is Switchfoot's first greatest hits compilation and it features the best songs from all their albums of the last ten years.
It’s been 11 years –12 if you count the Chin Up days – since the San Diego boys of Switchfoot first hit the scene. In that time, they’ve added two bandmates, Jerome Fontamillas and Drew Shirley, expanded their sound from indie rock to a more densely layered sonic palette and destroyed public pre-conceptions that Christians can’t write good, relevant music. With hit singles on mainstream and alternative radio, it’s easy to imagine that the band would have a “greatest hits” record to call their own.
November 10, 2008
It’s been 11 years –12 if you count the Chin Up days – since the San Diego boys of Switchfoot first hit the scene. In that time, they’ve added two bandmates, Jerome Fontamillas and Drew Shirley, expanded their sound from indie rock to a more densely layered sonic palette and destroyed public pre-conceptions that Christians can’t write good, relevant music. With hit singles on mainstream and alternative radio, it’s easy to imagine that the band would have a “greatest hits” record to call their own.

Second to nun: Biola’s “Lilies” is a fun, polished spin on faith

Sean Rowry plays Homer Smith in “Lilies of the Field,” the fall play from Biola University’s speech / drama department. Susan Gaines, freshman Kerri Klingsmith and junior Missy Walker play nuns in the performance. Photo by Mike Villa
On Thursday, Biola’s speech and drama team opened their production of “The Lilies of the Field.” Based on the 1962 novel by William E. Barrett, the story was converted to screenplay format for the 1963 movie of the same name, adapted for the stage in 1967.
November 6, 2008
On Thursday, Biola’s speech and drama team opened their production of “The Lilies of the Field.” Based on the 1962 novel by William E. Barrett, the story was converted to screenplay format for the 1963 movie of the same name, adapted for the stage in 1967.

“Anastasis”: Abstract art of resurrection hits gallery

Most of the work featured in Jim Morphesis' show, Anastasis, are his portraits of the human figure, depicted with elements of meat. Photo by Bethany Cissel
The word “Anastasis” is connected to resurrection, and as a show title is quite descriptive of the work exhibited in the Biola art gallery. Jim Morphesis, a well-known painter from the L.A. area, is famous for his passionate and expressive portraits of the human figure and visceral paintings of meat.
November 5, 2008
The word “Anastasis” is connected to resurrection, and as a show title is quite descriptive of the work exhibited in the Biola art gallery. Jim Morphesis, a well-known painter from the L.A. area, is famous for his passionate and expressive portraits of the human figure and visceral paintings of meat.

“Changeling” has powerful story but strays too far from personal tale

'Changeling', directed by Clint Eastwood and starring Angelina Jolie, is a story inspired by true events that took place in Los Angeles in the 1920s.
Somewhere near the middle of the film “Changeling,” it looked as if Clint Eastwood was going to hit another one out of the park. After films such as “Letters from Iwo Jima,” “Million Dollar Baby” and “Mystic River,” Eastwood has established himself as a master filmmaker. He knows how to capture sheer emotional power with simplicity and brutality, simultaneously.
November 4, 2008
Somewhere near the middle of the film “Changeling,” it looked as if Clint Eastwood was going to hit another one out of the park. After films such as “Letters from Iwo Jima,” “Million Dollar Baby” and “Mystic River,” Eastwood has established himself as a master filmmaker. He knows how to capture sheer emotional power with simplicity and brutality, simultaneously.

“Fears of the Dark” a scary choice for the season

'Fears of the Dark', directed by Charles Burns, is a film of animation shot in shimmering black and white, with six intertwined tales to create an unprecedented epic where phobias and nightmares come to life and reveal Fear at its most naked and intense.
It’s that time of the year again, and while gratuitous gore fests and campy teen flicks dominate the Halloween box office, a limited release animation offers a more raw and psychological presentation of horror.
November 4, 2008
It’s that time of the year again, and while gratuitous gore fests and campy teen flicks dominate the Halloween box office, a limited release animation offers a more raw and psychological presentation of horror.

“High School Musical 3: Senior Year” caps off trilogy with enhanced dance numbers, less conflict

'High School Musical 3' is the continuation of the Disney Channel musical phenomenon.  Senior year, Troy and Gabriella are facing the prospect of being separated from one another as they head off in different directions to college.
Oct. 24 was the most anticipated day for “HSM” and Zac Efron fans as “High School Musical 3: Senior Year” made a grand leap from Disney Channel TV movies to the big screen. But is “Senior Year” – the third installment of the “High School Musical” franchise – as thrilling and dazzling as fans expected?
October 27, 2008
Oct. 24 was the most anticipated day for “HSM” and Zac Efron fans as “High School Musical 3: Senior Year” made a grand leap from Disney Channel TV movies to the big screen. But is “Senior Year” – the third installment of the “High School Musical” franchise – as thrilling and dazzling as fans expected?

Oliver Stone’s “W.” turns out suprisingly tame and fair

W., directed by Oliver Stone, travels through Bush's struggles and triumphs, how he found both his wife and his faith, and of course the critical days leading up to Bush's decision to invade Iraq.
When it comes to politics, some may find it difficult to separate their opinions of a political leader’s platform with their opinions of the political leader as a person. Whether you agree or disagree with Bush’s views shouldn’t affect your undying Christ-like love for Bush as a man.
October 26, 2008
When it comes to politics, some may find it difficult to separate their opinions of a political leader’s platform with their opinions of the political leader as a person. Whether you agree or disagree with Bush’s views shouldn’t affect your undying Christ-like love for Bush as a man.

“Twilight” series not as cheesy as it may seem

The movie adaptation of the bestseller book 'Twilight' will be released in theaters worldwide November 21st, 2008.
There is a definite sense of camaraderie that the millions of fans of “Twilight” share. Over six million books have been sold, and if you have read Stephanie Meyer’s “Twilight,” and find someone else who has read it, you understand what I’m saying. Now on the other hand, if you haven’t read “Twilight,” prepare yourself for the quick synopsis.
October 19, 2008
There is a definite sense of camaraderie that the millions of fans of “Twilight” share. Over six million books have been sold, and if you have read Stephanie Meyer’s “Twilight,” and find someone else who has read it, you understand what I’m saying. Now on the other hand, if you haven’t read “Twilight,” prepare yourself for the quick synopsis.

“Body of Lies” shows the struggle between duty and ethics

Based on the novel "Body of Lies" by David Ignatius, is about a former journalist injured in the Iraq war is hired by the CIA to track down an Al Qaeda leader in Jordan.
“I and the public know what all schoolchildren learn – those to whom evil is done do evil in return.” This excerpt from W.H. Auden’s poem, “September 1, 1939,” emerges as the opening image of the newly released action-suspense film, “Body of Lies.” Fittingly, the idea behind the proverb permeates the plot from the outset and exposes the motivations of every character involved.
October 18, 2008
“I and the public know what all schoolchildren learn – those to whom evil is done do evil in return.” This excerpt from W.H. Auden’s poem, “September 1, 1939,” emerges as the opening image of the newly released action-suspense film, “Body of Lies.” Fittingly, the idea behind the proverb permeates the plot from the outset and exposes the motivations of every character involved.

Documentary portrays modern day slavery through music

'Call and Response', directed by Justin Dillon, is a feature length documentary film that reveals the worlds 27 million dirtiest secrets: there are more slaves today than ever before in human history.
When we think of slavery, we imagine a more barbaric time in the pages of history books. But most of us are also more or less familiar with human trafficking, which has been called modern day slavery. According to Call and Response, a new documentary by musician and first-time director Justin Dillon, there are actually more slaves now than any other time in history.
October 17, 2008
When we think of slavery, we imagine a more barbaric time in the pages of history books. But most of us are also more or less familiar with human trafficking, which has been called modern day slavery. According to Call and Response, a new documentary by musician and first-time director Justin Dillon, there are actually more slaves now than any other time in history.

Horton Eddy personal and laidback

Brian Dales, lead singer of the band 'The Summer Set', touring California from Phoenix, AZ. Photo by Mike Villa
Talent emanated from Horton Lawn Thursday evening at the October Eddy. The three acts, Bridgetown, The Summer Set and Jonathan Jones of We Shot the Moon, played for a small, intimate crowd of Biolans.
October 15, 2008
Talent emanated from Horton Lawn Thursday evening at the October Eddy. The three acts, Bridgetown, The Summer Set and Jonathan Jones of We Shot the Moon, played for a small, intimate crowd of Biolans.