REVIEWS
‘A Christmas Carol’
You cannot ruin the essence of “A Christmas Carol.” The example of a man who learns that wealth is not happiness, but happiness is wealth, is surely eternal.
By Colin Covert , November 04, 2009
REVIEW: ’This Is It’ an homage to Jackson greatness 
Nekesa Mumbi Moody of the Associated Press offers her review of the late Michael Jackson's "This Is It."
By Nekesa Mumbi Moody , October 28, 2009
REVIEW: 'This Is It'
"Michael Jackson's This Is It" looks beyond the reconstructed face and spindly body of the late King of Pop and basks in his meteoric light.
Culled from more than 100 hours of footage documenting Jackson's preparing for what was to be his farewell concert stand, the film is a privileged peek at the creative process of pop music's Peter Pan.
By Carrie Rickey , October 28, 2009
REVIEW: Larry leaves ’em laughing at the Alerus
First thing that came to mind at the start of Larry the Cable Guy’s show Friday night at the Alerus Center: Does it hurt or help attendance at his concerts that he’s on TV so much? Do his fans say, “Let’s go see Larry! We love him on TV!” Or do they say, “Why should we pay to see Larry? We just saw him on TV.”
By Paulette Tobin , October 23, 2009
'Astro Boy'
Lovely dollops of wit and warmth float through the big screen version of "Astro Boy," the latest Japanese TV cartoon to make it to the big screen. But the look, themes and slam-bang "Transformers" violence of that 1960s animated series make this every bit as dated as "Speed Racer," even if it is easier to watch.
By Roger Moore , October 21, 2009
Pals Vince Vaughn and Jon Favreau team up again in 'Couples Retreat'
"Couples Retreat" was made because of its sunny, sandy location, scenic Bora Bora. Judging from the light, cast members slept late and took it pretty easy, even in the "We rise at dawn" scenes.
By Roger Moore , October 07, 2009
REVIEW: Aging troubadour Lightfoot wins over appreciative RR Valley crowd
Those expecting “Gord’s Gold” realized that, well, Gord’s got old. Then again, haven’t we all? And anyone going to a Gordon Lightfoot concert expecting anything but contemplative acoustic folk was at the wrong show.
Judging from the crowd’s reaction, the 2,159 fans were happy with their choice - in part because they got 100 minutes of the Canadian singer-songwriter's best work.
By John Lamb , October 01, 2009
You'd be justified in thinking you've visited "Zombieland" before.
After all, there has been no shortage of zombies at the movies in recent years, just as there has been no shortage of vampires. And within that genre, a crop of zombie comedies has arisen, from "Shaun of the Dead" to "Zombie Strippers" to "Dead Snow."
By Christy Lemire , September 30, 2009
Weekly interactive movie picks graphic
An interactive graphic that summarizes reviews of eight current movies, with links to the official movie sites and links to up to six reviews for each movie.
By McClatchy Tribune , September 23, 2009
TECH REVIEW: Site offers movie ratings with a twist
There's no shortage of Internet sites and services that rate movies. Despite such a crowded landscape, two Florida entrepreneurs think they've come up with a better way to figure out which movies really are the greatest of all time.
By Etan Horowitz , September 16, 2009
THEATER REVIEW: ‘Bright Ideas’ mom and dad push the parenting envelope
We all know those parents who will do anything for their kids — heck, some of us have been those parents — whether it’s music lessons, soccer lessons, scheduled play times for proper socialization or sessions with counselors and tutors.
By Paulette Tobin , September 16, 2009
'All About Steve' may be the worst movie in Sandra Bullock's career
At times like this, it's good to think positive. That's what Sandra Bullock's socially inept crossword puzzle "constructor" does in "All About Steve."
By Roger Moore , September 02, 2009
REVIEW: 'Idol' David Cook keeps it real on Fargo stage
If David Cook’s Sunday night show at The Venue at The Hub in Fargo showed us the real Cook, the 2008 “American Idol” winner doesn’t care about the fame, the celebrity or how mothers and their daughters both stare at him with more than interest.
By Robert Morast , August 31, 2009
'The Final Destination'
"Is it safe to sit here?"
The girl always asks that in "Final Destination" movies. The answer, on screen, is "Yes yes yes." But we in the audience know it's "No no no." As in "Get out of there. NOW."
By Roger Moore , August 28, 2009
Review: ‘Post Grad’ fails to make the grade
Alexis Bledel stars as recent graduate
“Post Grad,” a comedy about a driven, hard-working college student who’s unable to find a job after she graduates, actually might have been relevant. It might have been a satirical and insightful look into how our soured economy has dashed the dreams of a generation.
By Christy Lemire , August 20, 2009
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Hair Today
The Crimson Creek Players production of "Hair" opens tonight at the Empire Art
Picture of the Day: Knives
Picture of the Day: Knives: A Chandelier at Hell's Kitchen in Duluth, Minnesota This chandelier is a part of the decor at my favorite restaurant, Hell's Kitchen. We first discovered Hell's Kitchen in Minneapolis. I immediately fell in love with everything. What's not to love? Homemade peanut butte
Posted by: dayoopergal on Jun 29, 2009 at 8:05 AM | No Spitting on the SidewalkBook Club 11
I never finished reading "Crime and Punishment," but I did finish reading "I Know This Much is True," by Wally Lamb. The New York Times reviewer calls the author "a modern-day Dostoevsky with a pop sensibility." Maybe that reviewer was talking about the size of the two
Posted by: HOMD on Apr 18, 2009 at 8:41 AM | Highlight of My DayOUR VOICES My night of country music
I survived my night at Sugarland, and it actually wasn't too bad. Musically, the show was about what I expected. But the turnout was decent (probably 5,000 or so people turned out, and the arena can hold about 7,500 for concerts). And it seemed like the audience was having a great tim
Posted by: Ryan Johnson on Apr 17, 2009 at 5:29 PM | Valley Sound
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