2008 Woodie Awards
Vote Absentee
What's mute and bald and blue all over? There are three men who fit this description that have been spotted in Nebraska. (0) comments
Right off the bat, I want to say congratulations to the University Program Council for bringing Sam Beam to campus for this year's spring concert. Despite the success of Jason Mraz's appearance at the Rococo Theatre last year, I was disappointed to see student funds used to bring a performer for the third year in a row that KRNU program directors won't consider for airplay. (2) comments
Hollywood is such a gamble these days. Just look at the new blackjack thriller "21." You may be familiar with the true story on which it's based: In the 1990s, a cadre of math wizards from MIT (college kids like me, except, you know, smart) devised a successful system of card counting they used to bank millions during flashy weekends in Las Vegas. (0) comments
I recently attended a 1990s-themed wind pants party. I knowingly wore an outdated outfit to a social gathering, and it was considered acceptable. The fact that it was so easy to find such dated attire is the real issue. No one should have visors or high-waisted wind pants in their wardrobe. (0) comments
In "City Of Men," producer Fernando Meirelles once again explores the harsh reality of life in the favela of Rio de Janeiro. A follow-up to 2002's wildly successful "City of God," and a spin-off from the Brazilian television series of the same name, "City Of Men" proves itself as a worthy successor to a film which helped expose the world to the brutal environment of Brazilian shantytowns. (0) comments