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.

Nick Shorts, Writer • October 6, 2009

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.

September 28, 2009

“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.

September 28, 2009

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.

Nicholas Ahern, Writer • September 23, 2009

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.

September 21, 2009

Writer Diablo Cody’s new film, “Jennifer’s Body,” is, despite its big budget, nothing more than a “B” horror movie.

Muse’s new album offers little new

Not everything newer is always better. Muse’s newest album, their fifth, falls short of its predecessors.

September 16, 2009

Not everything newer is always better. Muse’s newest album, their fifth, falls short of its predecessors.

“9”‘s creative setting can’t redeem its hollow characters

Imagine you are a sentient rag doll and are being hunted by scrap-metal robots. Chances are, you are a character in Shane Acker’s debut animated feature “9.”

Jon Hudson, Writer • September 14, 2009

Imagine you are a sentient rag doll and are being hunted by scrap-metal robots. Chances are, you are a character in Shane Acker’s debut animated feature “9.”

“Impasse” blends realism and reality

Two shows opened in the Biola art gallery this week presenting the work of Jon Anderson, an art department professor.

Allison Oh, Writer • September 11, 2009

Two shows opened in the Biola art gallery this week presenting the work of Jon Anderson, an art department professor.

“Gamer” harbors clichéd characters, but still entertains

“Gamer” is an action packed hail of gunfire and good intentions.

September 8, 2009

“Gamer” is an action packed hail of gunfire and good intentions.

MuteMath’s new album showcases band’s signature style, explores new sounds

When a band clashes with their record company and struggles to maintain their identity, it’s rather obvious that they feel strongly about who they are.

Job Ang, Writer • September 4, 2009

When a band clashes with their record company and struggles to maintain their identity, it’s rather obvious that they feel strongly about who they are.

Kings of Leon dig deep to deliver powerful show

Ever since releasing their newest album “Only By the Night,” The Kings of Leon have grown into one of the most popular rock bands of the year.

Matthew Draper, Writer • September 2, 2009

Ever since releasing their newest album “Only By the Night,” The Kings of Leon have grown into one of the most popular rock bands of the year.

“Taking Woodstock” is directionless and unoriginal

What's not to like about hippies? Volkswagen vans, tie-dye t-shirts, folk rock, bell-bottom pants, LSD, promiscuity... Well, maybe it isn’t all good, but that's exactly what Ang Lee brings us in the form of “Taking Woodstock.”

Jon Hudson, Writer • August 31, 2009

What's not to like about hippies? Volkswagen vans, tie-dye t-shirts, folk rock, bell-bottom pants, LSD, promiscuity... Well, maybe it isn’t all good, but that's exactly what Ang Lee brings us in the form of “Taking Woodstock.”