"Turbo" Is a Burst of Speed and Laughter

The animated movie genre has grown quite a bit in the very recent past, with movies for children and adults alike. Often, as is the case with "Turbo," the same film can be enjoyed by both grown-ups and kids because screenwriters have been careful to have jokes that appeal to both audiences. "Turbo" offers plenty of belly laughs for all ages, while also imparting some important wisdom for the kids that their parents may be able to take to heart as well... ..

Blackfish - Documentary Movie Review

"Blackfish" goes behind the scenes at marine parks where orcas have injured and sometimes killed their trainers. Documentary filmmaker Gabriela Cowperthwaite interviews animal experts, former animal trainers, and eye witnesses, uses old film footage and newspaper articles, and examines the courtroom case involving the fatal attack of veteran killer whale trainer Dawn Brancheau by Tilikum, the orca also responsible for the deaths of two other trainers... ..

The Best Show You're Not Watching, Part I

A few years ago, I showed up home from an extra-long day at work running inventory to find my fiancee very excited about some strange anime show that was just on Adult Swim. "Anime?" I said. "Man, you know I don't like anime!" (This is true, and I apologize. I've tried; really.).. ..

The Short and Sweet Life of Cory Monteith

Cory Allan Michael Monteith was born in Calgary, Alberta, on May 11, 1982. His father was a military man, and his mother worked as an interior designer. Monteith was the younger of two siblings, and his parents divorced when he was only seven years old... ..