Al Bundy upgrades Dodge using Cash for Clunkers
CHICAGO—July 31, 2009—One day after the government announced they will suspend the popular “Cash for Clunkers” program, Chicago native Al Bundy caught an uncharacteristic break.
The star-crossed shoe salesman is constantly drawing the short-end of the stick. Today, however, was different for Bundy. “I work in a shoe store, I make less than minimum wage,” Bundy [...]
Surfer, Dude Movie Review
Sobriety is not recommended while watching Surfer, Dude.
Surfer, Dude is a documentary about the life of Matthew McConaughey. Just kidding. Surfer, Dude follows the life of epic-cool surfer Steve Addington (Matthew McConaughey) during a wave-less crisis in Malibu. Steve Addington is a Zen master who simply wants to surf but must make a tough decision [...]
Dude in blue hawaiian shirt takes keg stand, gets wasted
SAN DIEGO—July 30, 2009—Local dude Dan April was “jus’ chillin’” in his basement one night when a few keg-bearing rabblerousers came by to “simply watch TV,” April recalled. According to an eye witness, who commented on condition of anonymity, claimed the incident began around 7:55 p.m. PST when Family Guy was rudely shut off and [...]
The Namesake Movie Review
The Namesake is a generational family saga that everyone can relate to, especially those like me who sometimes forget their heritage. Mira Nair is a quality director that seems to be one of the few people who can pull a movie like this off, and have it play in theaters vs. going straight onto DVD.
It [...]
Comic-Con Exclusive: Warner Bros. Special Advance Screening of Ninja Assassin
It is 11 pm on the first full day of Comic-Con and I am being swiped with a metal detector, ordered to turn my phone off and handed a Ninja Assassin headband. A great question, as I am sure many are wondering, is how was I able to see this awesome screening?
I first sited a [...]
Your iPhone gets better with App to make you ruler of 3rd world country
SAN FRANCISCO—July 28, 2009—Apple® today introduced their latest iPhone™ application that has users laughing maniacally and rubbing their hands together. iPhone users can download the app under the Apps for Going Out section on apple.com. The apps creator, iPhone user Leon Parte, forged his idea when he visited Yemen on a trip sponsored by [...]
300 Movie Review
300 is precisely the kind of movie that turns 14-year-old boys into ravenous movie geeks. It’s excessively, cheerfully violent, and looks like the world’s most sophisticated and expensive video game. It’s just plain, unadulterated, and cool! Now for my adult sounding comments. Gladiator is the bench mark for any movie that enters into the realm [...]
Comic-Con 2009 Special Sneak Peek Pilot Screenings: Human Target, V and The Vampire Diaries
The four day convention starts with the up and coming Preview Night. Each year Preview Night gains clout. Last year Preview Night featured the screening of Fringe, in which I attended and thoroughly enjoyed. Fringe had a great first season and has been renewed for another season. This year Comic-Con and Warner Bros. teamed up [...]
Zodiac Movie Review
First off, Fincher is a master director, so the chances of him screwing up this movie were slim to none. Second, Gyllenhaal is the man, and Downey Jr. is hilarious. So far things are going well. The downside, from most people, would be the features length. I agree, but it’s not filled with fluff. Every [...]
Michael Clayton Movie Review
Brilliantly precise in its deconstruction of dirty work and dirtier secrets, Clayton is a surprisingly subtle story of people who often cannot tell if they’re talking to a friend or an enemy. This thriller is invaluably indebted to its sharp script and faultless cast. Every performance in this film is spot-on.
For a directorial debut, credit [...]
Los Dos Pedros - Pacific Beach - San Diego
Los Dos Pedros is relatively unknown outside of those living in the neighborhood; I used to live walking distance from this run-of-the-mill Mexican place. They have pretty late hours and only accept cash. This isn’t a big deal because odds are you’ve just come from The West End (please see post not yet written: Best [...]
Chrono Trigger
Chrono Trigger ranks up there in the top 10 Super Nintendo games of all time and arguably one of the top 10 Role Playing Games of all time. Chrono Trigger takes place through various time periods as we follow the protagonist, Crono, and his group as they try to “restore history to normal,” says Wikipedia. [...]
Southland Tales Movie Review
Managing expectations is hard to do in all aspects of life. When it came to creating a movie after Darko, Kelly had his hands tied. In a movie industry where originality is hard to come by, we can give Kelly credit for pushing the boundaries of what narratives (or lack there of) we see on [...]
Vagabond Restaurant Review - South Park - San Diego, CA
According to their website, “Vagabond embodies world travel and its pleasure; bringing back items from different places for its decor; great stories shared with people and most importantly, simple yet delicious recipes from different cultures.” Don’t go to Vagabond expecting anything traditional. What you can expect is at least 5 menu items that you’ve never [...]
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