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9/11 films gain momentum, popularity

By Stacie Wieland | September 11, 2006

"Flight 93" Aired: Jan. 2006 This made-for-TV docudrama tells the story not only of the passengers onboard, but also of the communications to their families on the ground. As the airplane is taken over by hijackers and the passengers learn of the attacks...

‘Speed’ sans a bus

By Stacie Wieland | September 11, 2006

"Crank" is the story of Chev Chelios, played by Jason Statham. He works for a major L.A. crime syndicate as a hit man. His last job has landed him into hot water with very influential people. Naturally, he's a dead man. Instead of killing him outright,...

Film hurt by air ball cast

By Christopher Schimmel | September 11, 2006

"Crossover" is a street basketball movie that pretends to have a plot. Although it sometimes succeeds, the terrible acting makes that null and void. One of the most surprising things is that Wayne Brady manages to be a seedy nightclub owner, as well as...

An artist’s repertoire

By Evan Thorne | September 8, 2006

DeKALB | How would it be to fly all over the country for free, work with celebrities, set up and attend parties and get paid well the entire time? Senior media studies major Andrew "Dillaman" Bonsu balances school with that life, as an Artist and Repertoire...

Paris under construction

By David Rauch | September 7, 2006

The whole of Paris, every fiber of its age-old being, seems to be eternally crumbling. Europe, Paris especially, is in a constant state of decomposition and renovation these days. Given that some cities have supported a flowering culture for more than...

Band: The Mountain Goats

By Chris Schimmel | September 6, 2006

The title of "Get Lonely," the latest release from The Mountain Goats — aka singer-songwriter John Darnielle — gives a wonderful description how to listen to it. It is definitely not a happy, uplifting release by any means. There are little glimpses...

Band gets shaken to the hardcore

By Evan Thorne | September 6, 2006

Hatebreed is an interesting beast. The group has released some defining hardcore albums — most notably 1997's "Satisfaction is the Death of Desire." But in the near-decade since that album, the members haven't really done much to step up their game....

O’Donnell makes debut on ‘The View’

By Frazier Moore | September 6, 2006

NEW YORK | "My name is Meredith Vieira, and welcome to ‘The View,'" said Rosie O'Donnell, introducing herself — as if that were necessary — on the ABC women's chat show Tuesday. Filling the moderator slot vacated in June by Vieira (who went to NBC's...

Couric takes over CBS anchor spot

By David Bauder | September 6, 2006

NEW YORK | Katie Couric began her first night as anchor of "CBS Evening News" on Tuesday by standing in front of a video board displaying a fast-moving rundown of stories ranging from the Taliban to Suri Cruise. "Hi, everyone," she said. "I'm very happy...

Band: Radio Birdman

By Adrian Finiak | September 6, 2006

On its fifth studio album, Radio Birdman ignores the age factor and plays signature punk/garage rock. "Zeno Beach" may confuse audiences at first with its time capsule preserved sound. This album showcases the importance of the keyboard when used properly...

‘Sunshine’ bright and refreshing

By Paul Giuntoli | September 5, 2006

The idea of a dysfunctional suburban family disguised as normal has struck a chord with audiences. The increasing trend among movies is to reveal the underbelly of the suburban family. "The Sweet Hereafter," "The Door in the Floor," "The Squid and the...

Flat ‘Beerfest’ an absolute borefest

By Stacie Wieland | September 5, 2006

"Beerfest" is an epic, albeit sophomoric tale that follows the Wolfhouse brothers (Paul Soter and Erik Stolhanske) to Germany so they can scatter their late grandfather's ashes at Oktoberfest. Upon arrival, they are taken where the Wolfhouse ashes have...

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