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by / on January 8, 2013 at 2:38 pm / in About the Lance, Arts and Entertainment, Books, Carousel, featured, Movies, Review

Books hit the big screen

Story by Morgan Grana Staff Writer

Literature nerds are stereotypically a very distinct type of people. With their terrible coordination, bad posture, and ironic t-shirts (My Other Car is a Broomstick), they are very easy to spot. They often travel in packs, trading inside jokes and facts that only each other would know, and they all refer to their novel of choice with the same seriousness most people reserve for funerals.

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by / on November 13, 2012 at 3:26 pm / in Carousel, featured, Movies, Review

‘Wreck It Ralph’ wins hearts

Story by Arielle Greene Staff Writer

Rating: 5/5

John Lasseter has done it again and directed possibly the Best Animated Feature of the year.

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by / on November 1, 2011 at 4:45 pm / in Movies, Review

‘Paranormal Activity 3′ Lives Up to the Hype

Story by Nicholas Barreras Staff Writer
One of the most talked about movies this year the newest Paranormal Activity installment lived up to its hype.

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by / on October 5, 2011 at 9:21 am / in Arts and Entertainment, Carousel, Movies, Review

‘Moneyball’ Goes Out of the Park

Story by Megan Garcia Staff Writer

“Moneyball” delivers tears, excitement and laughs, deserving praise.

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by / on October 5, 2011 at 9:20 am / in Arts and Entertainment, Carousel, Movies, Review

’50/50′ Goes Beyond Expectations’

Story by Isaiah Salgado Staff Writer

50/50 brings as much laughter as it does tears.

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by / on October 3, 2011 at 10:29 am / in Arts and Entertainment, Carousel, Movies, Review

‘Dolphin Tale’ Shares Inspirational Story

Story by Erika Scott Staff Writer
Rating:4/5
From the producers of the “Blind Side” comes a story about the meaning of what true friendship, courage, and support anything can be overcome.

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by / on September 29, 2011 at 12:59 pm / in Carousel, Movies, Review

‘Apollo 18′ Disappoints

Story by Anthony Miller Staff Writer

With some thrilling moments and terrific acting, “Apollo 18” appeals, but fails to satisfy viewers.

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by / on April 6, 2011 at 1:09 pm / in Arts and Entertainment, Movies

‘Sucker Punch’ Delivers Knockout Action

Review by Felix Gallo
Staff Writer

(rating:4/5)

“Sucker Punch,” the new comic book movie by Zack Snyder of “300” fame is definitely one of the best action movies so far this year.

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by / on March 28, 2011 at 11:23 am / in Movies

‘Battle: Los Angeles’ Misses its Mark

Review by Matt Rodriguez Sports Editor Rating:2/5 “Battle: Los Angeles” visualizes its thin script through high-speed editing and up-close cameras that sprint along with humans on the run. Featuring frequent battle sequences on the ground and aerial attacks, the film achieves a simulation of visceral, tightly quartered urban combat. But with basically no plot and cheesy dialogue, “Battle: Los Angeles” [...]

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by / on January 24, 2011 at 5:22 pm / in Arts and Entertainment, Books, Carousel, Movies, News

Books Hitting Big Screen

Story by Ashley “TwitFace” Gomez
Social Networking Guru
It’s a new year. So, book lovers and movie enthusiasts should beware because 2011 has plenty in store for them.

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