I don’t know why I still resist watching animated movies. I LOVED so many of them after I got over the initial “toons are for kids” hangup. WALL-E, Finding Nemo, Monsters, Inc. — all good stuff! But even with Pixar’s newest animated film, Up, I struggled a bit. I think it was because of Carl…
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Film Review: Drag Me to Hell
Gypsy woman (Lorna Raver) hexes poor Christine Brown (Alison Lohman) in Drag Me to Hell The creepiness of Spider-Man director Sam Raimi’s new movie, Drag Me to Hell, slowly works its way on you much like a gypsy curse. In the initial viewing of it, you might squeal a bit and laugh a lot but…
This Weekend: Another Craft Beer Party, Sake for Singles, Cemetery Cinema
Important Things with Demetri Martin Games – Passive Aggressive Race comedycentral.com Joke of the Day Stand-Up Comedy Free Online Games This weekend is gonna be frickin’ awesome. Thursday, May 14 The Lek’s Sake Tasting Night 2.0 Fine sake, Asian tapas and cool people. The Lek always throws some fun events and this would be one…
This Weekend: Fancy Food Warehouse Sale, Sexy Paperdolls, Dude Bowling
You know what I’m really looking forward to this weekend? Craft Beer Fest LA!! Mmm, beeer. Online tickets are already sold out but you might still be able to get in at the door ($30 cash only). If you don’t make that beertastic event, maybe these will interest you. BTW, my list of what to…
Terminator Salvation Tickets Now on Sale
Terminator Salvation tickets are now on sale for the May 20th 12:01am show (I think they mean May 21st but whatev) at the Arclight in Hollywood. Get ’em now before it’s sold out. The theater looks like it’s filling up fast. Just judging by the trailer, the movie is kickass! We now get to see…
This Weekend: So Lame It's Cool
The Colbert Report Mon – Thurs 11:30pm / 10:30c Colbert’s Easter Parade colbertnation.com Colbert Report Full Episodes Political Humor NASA Name Contest Wow, I forgot about the holiday this weekend. Well, if you, too, aren’t big into all those brunches out there or egg hunting, there’s still plenty for you to do, which involve rock…
This Weekend: $30 Oscar Movie Fest, Riva Wine Classes, Chocolatey LBC
Colbert and Conan invisible string dance-off. Whattaya know? It’s Oscar weekend. Movies, yes. Awards show? Meh. Here are some other things to get excited about this weekend. Friday, February 20 Huckleberry Cafe & Bakery Just Opened The owners of foodie favorite Rustic Canyon in Santa Monica have just debuted their new homestyle café and bakery….
This Weekend: Belgian Beer Fest, Hip Hop Open Bar, Booze for Sale
Radiohead at the Grammys Since I’m sorta boycotting V-Day you won’t find a list of overpriced V-Day dinners here. Fortunately there ARE other things going on this weekend. Friday, February 13 Free Screening of Lost in Translation at Royal/T Enjoy Royal/T’s extended dineLA menu ($26) while watching the unlikely love story between Scarlett Jo and…
Film Review: He's Just Not That Into You
OK, I LOVED the book. I admit it. When I was single, He’s Just Not That Into You was a much needed wake-up call. OF COURSE! Why do I always make excuses for these guys who basically treat me like shit? Why do I do all the work to make things happen? Why the stress…
This Weekend: Toy Swap, Free Coffee, Craft & Bowl
Just when you thought it was summer, the rain comes and reminds you that yes, it’s January. Here are some ideas to keep you out of the rain. Well, except that toy swap in a parking lot. Friday, January 23 The Dark Knight in IMAX Rereleased I’ve always kicked myself for only seeing the Dark…
