 Intelligence devolves in weak ‘Thunder’
In the world of science fiction, there’s the good (“Star Wars,” “Jurassic Park,” “Blade Runner,” “The Postman”), the bad (“Final Fantasy,” “Plan 9 from Outer Space,” “Mimic”) and the amusing-but-laughably fatalistic. Adapting a story whose plot is full of “what ifs” is a delicate matter indeed. Without a tactful delivery, its melodramatically prophetic message becomes overbearing and silly. Starring Ben Kingsley — usually so classy — and Ed Burns ... |
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 ‘Crow’ flies high
Devendra Banhart is the most interesting singer/songwriter I’ve come across in a very long time. If you have to ask why, it’s because you haven’t had the grace to hear any of his music. Well, here’s your chance: Devendra’s latest release, “Cripple Cr ... more |
 Weezer inspires unmatched fandom, fainting, 10-hour trek to Georgia
Tristan and I were at the Marketplace a couple of weeks ago, having dinner and discussing crises of quality on some of our series’ upcoming seasons (mine, “The O.C.,” his, “Alias”), when he posed this question to me: is the truer fan the one who love ... more
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