“Two thumbs up” was the famous quote from both Roger Ebert & Gene Siskel, heard frequently on the film criticism show, “At the Movies,” they both hosted. Gene Siskel passed away in 1999; and...

A brainless Scarecrow, a heartless Tin-Man, and a Lion in need of courage: These were three of the many classic characters that came from the cherished “Oz” books by writer L. Frank Baum. “Oz The...

Hate to be the one to break the news, but for the God of War veterans out there, Ascension is a letdown. With a paper-thin storyline and the inherent ability to kick ass, it is essentially a glorified...

“Silver Linings Playbook” was first introduced to us as a novel by Matthew Quick, but last year it was adapted into a film and directed by David O. Russell. The story is about forgiveness, second chances...

Don’t underestimate a girl’s power, especially when she has a dream. “Girl Rising” is a documentary film, directed by Oscar nominee Richard E. Robbins, that tells the stories of nine extraordinary...

“Baldur’s Gate II: Shadows of Amn” (BG II) is a 2000 role-playing game for the PC by Black Gate Studios and a sequel to the then popular “Baldur’s Gate.” The view was the almost-overused isometric,...

“Looks like he is swinging a garden hose out there.” The voice of commentator Steve Lyons after my first swing-at-bat while playing the 2013 installment of Sony’s “MLB The Show.” And even though...

Garbage, the rock band native to Madison, has plans of playing here during its 2013 tour. These are our kind of people. The band consists of lead singer, Shirley Manson, of Scottish descent, as well...

You might guess from its name that Tutto Pasta Trattoria is an Italian restaurant and that it has a lot of noodle-based dishes. And you would be right on both accounts. In fact, the name translated means...

You’ve faithfully watched each episode of AMC’s “The Walking Dead.” You’ve shared countless what-if scenarios with your friends. Yes, you’ve even stocked up on canned goods and water just in...

There is one statement that can immediately connect people with the “Die Hard” film franchise, and that statement is “Yippee Ki-Yay.” A statement that has been referenced in several forms of pop...