Holy Royal Diss! What are they drinking over in Buckingham Palace? Does it have hallucinogenics stronger than salvia?
It appears that the Christmas album is now officially one of the go-to gigs for anyone who can't get booked on Dancing with the Stars, but refuses to take that as a sign that it may be time to do something else.
When director Joseph Kosinski got the assignment to create the science fiction film Tron: Legacy, he had a lot to prove. Apparently he's succeeded well enough.
As I began writing my list of favorite television shows of the year, I instantly placed Mad Men in the number one slot. But I just couldn't shake the survivors of Oceanic Airlines.
Weeks ago, I responded to a twitter question asking: If I could have lunch with anyone, who would it be? My answer was Jane Fonda. In 8 days, I went from answering a tweet to sitting down with the legendary actress.
While both the 1969 and the Coens bothers' remake are relatively faithful to the novel, the Coens more closely captures a sense of rough justice, and that even heroes have feet of clay.
So, you think you know all things AC/DC? Really. Well, take a hit of the essays, historical photos, memorabilia, and general overkill contained between the over 225 pages of High Voltage Rock 'N' Roll: The Ultimate Illustrated History.
The values and emotions imparted in these timeless films are sure to stoke the spirit of "Peace On Earth, Good Will Towards Men" (and women). Happy viewing!
This was a a three-hour telecast, so we have a lot to discuss. Buckle up for safety.
I tend to be very careful about acquiring more stuff, especially at Christmastime. But does that make me anti-Christmas? If it does, what is Christmas?
In the latest episode of the "The Cinefantastique Podcast" Steve Biodrowski, Lawrence French, and Dan Persons attempt to build their own consensual reality after a viewing of "Tron: Legacy".
At the hands of technology and busy schedules it's important to remember just how much depth music can possess when it's being played between people -- rather than through headphones.
Natalie Portman and Mila Kunis' grinding, slavish devotion to training for their roles as top ballerinas is bringing to light the pressure, tears and constant paranoia that real-life dancers so often face in pursuit of the art.
Every film is like a different planet with its own solar system. The only constant for me is after the film is completed -- I watch the emotions behind the actors' eyes. From there, I begin to find a score.
Two DVD sets that came out in the fall are exceptionally good and worth the time of any film/tv/documentary lover. One is a collection of movies by the late Canadian Allan King. The other is a forgotten TV classic.
That Disney was able to convince the moviegoing populace that they wanted to see a sequel to a 28-year old film that barely anyone remembers in any detail is both a testament to Disney's marketing skill and a sad commentary on blockbuster filmmaking.
As trivial as Ghostbusters and G.I. Joe may seem, those 80s archetypes in film, tv, video games, toys, commercials, sports and music made a lasting imprint that shapes the most serious political debates of the day.
I used to defend film critics: we needed objective, thoughtful voices that looked beyond box office receipts and truly judged the work itself. But now? I think I'm ready to throw in the towel.
While it can never replace the book, I'm happy to commend the The Voyage of the Dawn Treader for offering its own unique perspective on C. S. Lewis's grand allegory of the spiritual life.
Dan Persons, 2010.12.21