Brian ChatwinStaff Writer Sometimes it’s better to be a statesman than a president. A statesman sacrifices short term political gain for the good of the country. As John McCain stares into the mirror every morning, he should be thinking that he can be a better statesman than a president.McCain thinks he should be the next president. He thinks the country owes him. It was McCain … [Read more...] about McCain is past his presidential prime for election
Local band lacks individuality in crowded market
JESSIE REIMERStaff Writer Local indie rock band, Moving to France, hopes to move to mainstream status with the release of its self-titled debut album. Although the band has a strong foundation to build from, the band fails to offer a unique or groundbreaking sound. The band mirrors most other aspiring indie rock genre artists, and this curses the band with its greatest problem. … [Read more...] about Local band lacks individuality in crowded market
Forget foreign film hesitation
OLESYA SALNIKOVAStaff Writer When people think of films, they automatically associate them with Hollywood. I tend to think that American films are the pinnacle of cinematography and are the only acceptable films to watch.This is why I had some serious reservations when I found myself staring blankly at the English subtitles of a film in Spanish, caught absolutely off guard and … [Read more...] about Forget foreign film hesitation
Play that good ol’ ‘Music’
MEAGAN MAXWELLStaff Writer True to its title, “Music and Lyrics” leaves viewers with a smile on their faces and a melody in their heads. This movie, which opened on Valentine’s Day, offers an hour-and-a-half escape from everyday life by enveloping audiences in a sweet romance that develops through the combined talents of the main characters, played by romantic comedy veterans … [Read more...] about Play that good ol’ ‘Music’
And the Oscar goes to…
LAURA JOHNSONA&E Assistant Oscar de la Renta, Oscar the Grouch and Oscar Meyer are all Oscars who have done well for themselves but there is only one Oscar to rule them all, and he is worth his weight in gold. Oscar is the most coveted man among the Hollywood elite and Sunday, 90-plus nominees will bow down to the golden statue as he turns 79 at the Academy Awards. For some … [Read more...] about And the Oscar goes to…