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“Alice in Wonderland” (Review) It’ Ain’t Your Mama’s Alice Anymore

by: Dr. LoreneWales

For those of you who may not be familiar with Burtons’ work, he is a writer, director, producer, and sometimes actor.  Ever since he hit the mainstream with Pee Wee’s Big Adventure, he’s been entertaining audiences with his dark, wry humor and eclectic adaptations of classic stories.  Films like Beetlejuice, Corpse Bride and Edward Scissorhands [...]

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An Artist’s Thoughts on the President

On October 2, 2009 at 9:29 am

An Artist's Thoughts on the President

As an artistic, 20-something woman living and working in NYC I’ve found myself in quite the pickle.
I’ve developed a new view that goes against everything someone like me is supposed to believe in. I feel as though I’m defying gravity, or some unwritten code that says I have to be idealistic, hopeful, and supportive.
The more [...]

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Ok… So Letterman’s NOT QUITE Polanski…but…(VIDEO)

On at 9:20 am

Ok... So Letterman's NOT QUITE Polanski...but...(VIDEO)

David Letterman has for years had fun at the expense of others especially in pointing out their sexual dalliances. Well all those chickens came home to roost this week for the 62 year old Late Night host.
He was forced to admit liasons with staffers, and even did so on his show.
Fortunately all of Letterman’s employees [...]

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The Wizard of Oz Goes High Definition

On at 9:02 am

The Wizard of Oz Goes High Definition

It’s like a nightmare come true.
When I was a kid, I was quite taken with the annual spectacle that was The Wizard of Oz on network TV. I mean, wow, it actually switched from black and white to color. How cool is that?
In retrospect, not cool at all. I recently caught it on TV a [...]

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Grey Is The New Black!

On at 8:51 am

Grey Is The New Black!

This past summer, half part due to the recession and half due to fashion’s ever revolving fickle nature, the 80’s look was everywhere. From acid wash jeans, bright neon pullovers to skinny jeans with off the shoulder tops, fashion re-embraced the look of the 80’s. It has often been said that the 80’s was ahead [...]

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Ultimate Fighter Season 10 Episode 3: The Enemy

On at 8:40 am

Ultimate Fighter Season 10 Episode 3: The Enemy

A true TiVO-holic like myself never misses an episode of his favorite @$s kicking.  I know some of you are now hooked on the UFC like Michael Moore on Twinkies; thusly I come, bearing a write up of the third foray into the seclusion that is the Ultimate Fighter household.
As the episode opens, at the [...]

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The Final Taboo?

On October 1, 2009 at 9:26 am

The Final Taboo?

The Final Taboo?
In her 24 years at the top of the TV talk show heap, Oprah Winfrey has a knack for attracting the big story.
Books she recommends instantly become bestsellers. Guests she taps with her scepter become celebrities. Presidential candidates she endorses become president of the United States.
In the end, the story is the draw. [...]

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Biker Boots Without The Bike!

On at 9:15 am

Biker Boots Without The Bike!

Grab your favorite pair of skinny or fitted jeans and pair them with a beat up pair of motorcycle boots this fall. From Los Angeles to New York and specific areas between the two, both men and women are raving about this look.
Worn with a black three quarter length trench, v-neck t-shirt and a scarf this [...]

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Movie Section Editor’s Film Of The Week (VIDEO)

On at 9:06 am

Movie Section Editor's Film Of The Week (VIDEO)

In regards to the recent media storm surrounding the arrest of Roman Polanski I would like to focus on a director that refuses to sign the “Free Polanski” petition.  Since we’ve alright highlighted Luc Besson via parclive update, I will focus on Kevin Smith.  He has his own raunchy style of humor, but manages to [...]

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Hollywood Flip Flops on Polanski After Learning of His Ties to CIA, Halliburton

On at 8:57 am

Hollywood Flip Flops on Polanski After Learning of His Ties to CIA, Halliburton

In an about face, many of the actors and directors in Hollywood that were upset by Roman Polanski’s arrest have had a change of heart, after hearing new details of his life in exile that have been made public since his arrest.
For those of you that don’t know, Polanski plead guilty to unlawful sex with [...]

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Hollywood Supports Child-Rape (VIDEO)

On September 30, 2009 at 12:12 am

Hollywood Supports Child-Rape (VIDEO)

How many great films can a filmmaker create before he is awarded a “get out of jail free” card?
The answer should be none.
No amount of artistic talent can justify a heinous crime.  It is interesting how so many are able to jump to the defense of someone because they are a fan (or colleague).
We see [...]

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Hollywood Men Engage In Child Rape?

On at 12:10 am

Hollywood Men Engage In Child Rape?

Does Hollywood’s response to Roman Polanski’s capture indicate that child rape is rampant among celebrities? Considering that the vast majority of signatories of the petition which calls for the immediate release of an admitted rapist are men, what are we to infer about Hollywood’s feelings on such blatantly immoral and destructive against Women? Perhaps this [...]

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Michael Moore: Mayor of Fantasy Land

On September 29, 2009 at 11:02 pm

Michael Moore: Mayor of Fantasy Land

As his recent media appearances indicate, Michael Moore has tackled a topic in his most recent film that he is clueless about. Answers to simple questions about the free market are often met with bizarre answers by the rotund filmmaker. It seems clear that either Moore has no clue what he’s talking about, or he [...]

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