Arts & Entertainment
Netflix Instant Watch of the Week: Naked Lunch (1991)
Because you’re busy, and because free time— like most other times — has been unfortunately consumed by the internet, we let you know how to use Netflix to the fullest.
Strauss in the Open
Take a Saturday afternoon to hop on the 43 Bus and see four of Zoe Strauss’s photographic billboards. On your way, grab some tacos, ‘tiques and screen–printed tees.
Beautiful Things - Anthony Green
Anthony Green, of indie darlings Circa Survive, offers a strong solo effort with Beautiful Things. It’s impressively diverse — tracks like “Just to Feel Alive” are airy and gentle, while lead single “Get Yours While You Can” boasts a killer guitar hook.
Gettin' TAC-e
Quadramics, iNtuitons and PenNaatak of the Theater Arts Council want you for their upcoming spring shows. Check out how to get involved…and how to get drunk more theatrically.
B Roll: A Tribute to John Goodman
In which we parse film culture so you don’t have to.
Cream of the Musical Crop This Week in Philly
Who: Anthony Green Where: Union Transfer When: 1/20/12 Tickets $17, all ages Why you should go: He'll be playing an array of high–energy rock and chill pop from Beautiful Things. ------- Who: Twin Sister Where: Johnny Brenda’s When: 1/22/12 Tickets $10-12, 21+ only Why you should go: This dream–pop quintet will blow you away with their funky, cozy sound.
Future This - The Big Pink
After three years, the British electro–rock act The Big Pink is back with their sophomore effort.
Extremely Soon and Incredibly Sad
Jonathan Safran Foer’s novel is adapted into an affecting cinematic affair
Playlist of the Week: 1/17/2012
Classes already bumming you out? Check out these tunes, kick back and relax. The Playlist - 1/16/12 by Street Music on Grooveshark'}" alt="" />
We Bought A Zoo Hits a Sentimental Note
Tigers and Lions and Bears: Oh My!
The Horse–y Side of War
Bad accents don’t ruin this children’s story of war.
Sherlock’s Latest Mystery Comes Wearing A Touch of Lipstick
Mainstream audiences will happily munch their popcorn in time with both Holmes’ literal and figurative punches.
‘Carnage’ is Worth Locking Yourself in A Small Theater
In Polanski’s latest effort, the dark comedy Carnage, he addresses (perhaps openly mocks) mankind’s commitment to any delusions of a civilized society.
‘Young Adult’ Is a One–Woman Show
Charlize Theron is one of the only things shining about Young Adult.
Playlist of the Week: Gear Up For Finals
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Champagne Tastes Flat in Marshall’s New Year’s Flick
Leave out the whine, but bring on the cheese; this stereotypical chick flick doesn’t leave us hating it.
'House' Music
Song: "On Display" - Melissa Gorgo Choice Lyric: "I can feel the weight of the world pushing down on me" Message: I'm hot and I'm not going anywhere (sorry I'm not sorry, Teresa). Sounds Like: Something that would be remixed at a Theos party. Best Listened to When: In da (strip) club. Overall Rating: 3/10 - Not even recording this in her home studio could help this overcooked mess.
Beats on the Street
This article is a part of the the Fall 2011 Joke Issue: Real Housewives of 34th Street. Ramona S.
The Dos and Don'ts For Securing Your Own Reality Show
Following these easy steps are sure to secure you a spot on Bravo primetime.
