“Knowing” lacks consistent tone, discussion of deep ideas

If the earth would end today, would you really want to know? That is one of the central questions to “Knowing,” a sci-fi potboiler of disaster films, religious symbolism and fatherhood.

March 23, 2009

If the earth would end today, would you really want to know? That is one of the central questions to “Knowing,” a sci-fi potboiler of disaster films, religious symbolism and fatherhood.

“Race to Witch Mountain”: Second re-make provides lighthearted alternative for younger audiences

Attention spans are much shorter than they were in 1975. At least, this is what film studios have in mind when remaking classic sci-fi movies. Disney is certainly no exception with their remake of “Escape to Witch Mountain” – the second remake, actually. The title change to “Race to Witch Mountain” pretty much says it all.

March 23, 2009

Attention spans are much shorter than they were in 1975. At least, this is what film studios have in mind when remaking classic sci-fi movies. Disney is certainly no exception with their remake of “Escape to Witch Mountain” – the second remake, actually. The title change to “Race to Witch Mountain” pretty much says it all.

“Watchmen”: Superheroes story includes heavy philosophical issues

Both the graphic novel and film adaptation of “Watchmen” ask difficult questions about human nature from the molecular to the cosmic view.

March 10, 2009

Both the graphic novel and film adaptation of “Watchmen” ask difficult questions about human nature from the molecular to the cosmic view.

“Jesus People”: Satire, clever comedy results in wide appeal

“Jesus People,” which will be submitted to major festivals, was screened after Kuney’s performance. The mockumentary begins with Pastor Jerry Frank (Joel McCrary) being diagnosed with something ominous. But instead of breaking the news to his loved ones, Pastor Jerry would rather worry over the spiritual health of his son (Chris Fennessy) – hoping a homegrown Christian dance/pop group will save Eli’s eternal soul from secular music.

March 9, 2009

“Jesus People,” which will be submitted to major festivals, was screened after Kuney’s performance. The mockumentary begins with Pastor Jerry Frank (Joel McCrary) being diagnosed with something ominous. But instead of breaking the news to his loved ones, Pastor Jerry would rather worry over the spiritual health of his son (Chris Fennessy) – hoping a homegrown Christian dance/pop group will save Eli’s eternal soul from secular music.

“Wrecking Ball”: Up-and-coming Southern band produces unique sound

In a musical generation swamped with cookie-cutter rap and rock songs, one band not only offers an atypical personality, but a whole new style of music.

March 9, 2009

In a musical generation swamped with cookie-cutter rap and rock songs, one band not only offers an atypical personality, but a whole new style of music.

Q&A with singer-songwriter Molly Jenson (Video)

Molly Jenson is a singer-songwriter from San Diego who currently bases her operations in Orange County. Her new record, “Maybe Tomorrow,” dropped in stores March 3. The Chimes was able to sit down with her a week before the album released to talk about her music.

March 5, 2009

Molly Jenson is a singer-songwriter from San Diego who currently bases her operations in Orange County. Her new record, “Maybe Tomorrow,” dropped in stores March 3. The Chimes was able to sit down with her a week before the album released to talk about her music.

“Two Lovers” portrays sincere characters, applicable situations

For bearing the unfortunately sappy name “Two Lovers,” the film is surprisingly earnest and artfully endearing.

March 3, 2009

For bearing the unfortunately sappy name “Two Lovers,” the film is surprisingly earnest and artfully endearing.

“Echelon Conspiracy”: predictable sequences from repeated themes of paranoia, disdain for government

Paranoia and a disdain for big government are the driving themes of “Echelon Conspiracy,” but from the opening scene, there’s a sinking feeling that this has all been done before.

March 3, 2009

Paranoia and a disdain for big government are the driving themes of “Echelon Conspiracy,” but from the opening scene, there’s a sinking feeling that this has all been done before.

“Jonas Brothers” movie satisfies tween fans, but few others

The “Jonas Brothers: 3-D Concert Experience” will please the girls within a certain age demographic just fine, for the movie is intended for them. For anyone else to see it and expect some highly cerebral experience is simply pure folly.

March 1, 2009

The “Jonas Brothers: 3-D Concert Experience” will please the girls within a certain age demographic just fine, for the movie is intended for them. For anyone else to see it and expect some highly cerebral experience is simply pure folly.

February Eddy includes two Biola bands

The first Eddy of the semester featured musicians Set to Sea, Leda and The Swans, and Jordan Avila. Take a look at the gallery for a closer look at the performances.

February 27, 2009

The first Eddy of the semester featured musicians Set to Sea, Leda and The Swans, and Jordan Avila. Take a look at the gallery for a closer look at the performances.

Lykke Li: Swedish artist leaves crowd starstruck

Timotej Zachrisson, known as Lykke Li, has quickly risen to iconic status both in Sweden and the U.S. with the release of her album, her live YouTube performances and her collaborations with renowned artists such as Bon Iver, Shout Out Louds, Santogold, and Kanye West.

February 24, 2009

Timotej Zachrisson, known as Lykke Li, has quickly risen to iconic status both in Sweden and the U.S. with the release of her album, her live YouTube performances and her collaborations with renowned artists such as Bon Iver, Shout Out Louds, Santogold, and Kanye West.

“Fired up” movie not so hot

The two lead characters in “Fired Up!” may be just as airheaded as other on-screen duos like “Bill and Ted,” but at least those two were interesting to listen to. While “Bill and Ted” could hold your attention and bring energy into a room, the leads from “Fired Up!” are like black holes and actually suck the energy out of every scene they're in.

February 23, 2009

The two lead characters in “Fired Up!” may be just as airheaded as other on-screen duos like “Bill and Ted,” but at least those two were interesting to listen to. While “Bill and Ted” could hold your attention and bring energy into a room, the leads from “Fired Up!” are like black holes and actually suck the energy out of every scene they're in.