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Movie Review: ‘I, Frankenstein’ falls short in believability

Daniel Herron, Multimedia Editor February 6, 2014

“I, Frankenstein” could have been a great movie, or at least a very good movie. But one thing held it back – the premise of the movie is hard to swallow. It is not surprising to learn that I, Frankenstein...

The 40 Year Old Virgin tops list of favorite date movies

Erin Johnsrud, Staff Writer February 6, 2014

What makes a great date movie? That depends on who is on the date. Personally, I’d prefer a horror movie – even the bad ones – to almost any rom-com. This is not a list full of “Sleepless in Seattles,”...

Movie review: Labor Day

Tom Richardson, Staff Writer February 6, 2014

Being the son of a famous film director might be a little intimidating, especially when one’s dad has directed something as big as “Ghostbusters.” But director Jason Reitman, son of Ivan Reitman,...

Music review: Of Mice and Men find a new equilibrium

Jason Millis, Staff Writer February 6, 2014

On January 28, Of Mice and Men released their third album, “Restoring Force.” The title is a reference to their last album, “The Flood.” In an interview with Big Cheese Magazine, front man Austin...

Music Review: Mind Over Matter by Young the Giant

Andrea DeBauche, Arts Editor February 6, 2014

Young the Giant’s second album, Mind Over Matter, has been anticipated in a similar way as one might feel going on a date with someone you haven’t seen since high school.  Will you still find...

It’s the season for love songs

Erin Johnsrud, Staff Writer February 5, 2014

Love, countless poems, books, plays, movies and songs are written about its beginning, ending, and every stage in between. I’ll confess to not being a huge fan of love songs … when I’m not in love....

The “Art of Innovation” will be on display in the Truax Campus Gallery throughout the month of January. It showcases student work from the School of Applied Science, Engineering and Technology.

Showcase displays the ‘Art of Innovation’

Andrea DeBauche, Arts Editor January 22, 2014

Through January, Madison College is exhibiting the “Art of Innovation,” showcasing student work and trade tools from the School of Applied Science, Engineering and Technology.  Pieces include both...

Movie Review: Theodore Twombly gets romance help from ‘Her’

Tom Richardson, Staff Writer January 22, 2014

Everyone deserves to love someone, and to be loved. Theodore Twombly hasn’t found his true love yet, but the latest operating system for his computer is going to help him. In “Her,” Spike Jonze...

Movie Review: ’47 Ronin’

Daniel Herron, Multimedia Editor January 22, 2014

The original tale of the “Revenge of the 47 Ronin” dates back to the start of the 18th century, and it has become something of a national legend in Japan. It exemplifies bushido and the values that...

Movie review: The Secret Life of Walter Mitty

Andrea DeBauche, Arts Editor January 22, 2014

Walter Mitty is a downcast dude on the brink of a layoff for his position at Life Magazine. Corporate manager Ted Hendricks (Adam Scott) has a pretentious beard, and gives him grief as the magazine transitions...

Movie review: Stallone and De Niro star in ‘Grudge Match’

Tom Richardson, Staff Writer January 22, 2014

People have always wondered who would win in a boxing match between the classic fictional characters Rocky Balboa and Jake LaMotta, featured in the movies “Rocky” & “Raging Bull,” respectively....

New album by Beyonce is full of vocal and visual surprises

Erin Johnsrud, Staff Writer January 22, 2014

With Beyonce’s latest self-titled album, came an unprecedented occurrence. It wasn’t just like any other album release. There was no marketing through interviews on the music networks and no Rolling...

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