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Fi^Een MinuteS of FaMe
As a child, not knowing the meaning of 'self-conscious' is
precious. I felt no shame belting out the latest song learnt
in assembly to relatives in desperate need of earplugs and
leapt at the chance to play Mary in my infant school nativity.
After all, I had been told from an early age that i "belonged
on the stage," wholly due to my Oscar award winning
tantrums.
Today, even the thought of participating in some light-hearted karaoke is
the foundation of my worst nightmare. It is not just my obvious lack of
vocal talent but also the thought of being scrutinised by an audience that
terrifies me. Therefore, I am unable to understand why it is that such a
huge number of us are desperate for those fifteen golden minutes of fame.
There are some aspects of celebrity life that I find
understandably appealing...the disposable wardrobe, latest
sports cars and round-the-clock pampering. But none of
these luxuries could possibly compensate for the constant
media intrusion. Personally, I couldn't care less what
Richard and Judy were buying in Waitrose, or what was
discovered in Kylie's rubbish bin. So what
exactly is it about the celebrity lifestyle
that we find so irresistible? Are celebrities really people
we should aspire to be?
Upon asking an infant the question of what they would like
to be when they grow up, the likelihood is that the answer
will either consist of a premiership footballer or a pop star.
We've all been there. I remember my most popular
birthday party was a Spice Girls party I held at the age of
eight in which attendees dressed as their favourite Spice.
(For the curious, Ginger Spice was the most popular.) One of the most
exciting aspects of the party was a recently purchased video recorder.
There seems to be an overwhelming buzz surrounding being able to see
yourself up there on the television screen, 99% of the time doing something
you wish you never had. It seems to me that by seeing ourselves on screen,
we are brought closer to that dream of celebrity status that most of us pine
for.
So, is it really healthy to admire our current day
celebrities? ...The same ones who have been exposed
as love rats, drug addicts and alcoholics? To some
extent, it seems as though these characteristics have
been embosomed into our favourite stars' DNA. Take,
for example, Kate Moss. Once upon a time she was a
failing model caught up in a drugs scandal which lead
to her contracts with heavyweight designers being
slashed. But now look at her... she faces no punishment for her alleged drug
taking and irresponsibility as a single mother. In fact, her contracts have
multiplied and, probably, she couldn't be happier. But does the immorality
of her behaviour establish the kind of guidelines that should be given to
society's younger generations? A glamour model she may be, but an ideal
role model?
So what actually makes a celebrity? An obvious answer would be talent of
course. Err...no. How could Chantelle, Celebrity Big Brother's 2006 winner,
possibly have earned her fifteen
minutes from talent? (Although,
supporting that many hair
extensions is quite impressive.)
Likewise, her idol Paris Hilton
has only seen fame off the back
of her father's hard work, as the
founder of a hotel chain, and not
forgetting some candid home
videos.
Nowadays it seems as though there is no such thing as a 'squeaky clean'
celebrity. The days when Cliff Richard singing 'Summer Holiday' made a
teenage girl's heart melt are well and truly over. In Sir Cliff's place comes
gangster rappers such as 50 Cent, who rose to fame after his struggle as a
cocaine dealer resulted in him being shot nine times. Without a doubt he
has set a high standard to live up to!
It is a common perception that the desire to hold celebrity stardom
decreases with age, although, it would seem that this is due to a fading
career rather than a 'mature' decision to evade the celebrity lifestyle.
Madonna is a prime example of a woman desperate to cling
onto her fame and title as a musical goddess. I've lost count
of the number of make-overs and reincarnations she has had
and no doubt will continue to have until the Zimmer frame
summons her. Hopefully I do not speak too soon when I say
that Cher has given up the day job. In her prime, she was
undoubtedly a great entertainer, but now a vast amount of
surgery (Botox, face-lifts, liposuction...you name it, she's said to have had
it) has left her with a face looking younger than most of those 30 years her
junior. Personally, I find this disturbing rather than admirable and doubt
that she would have disfigured herself had it not been for the demands of a
celebrity lifestyle.
Yes, the world of celebrity stardom can be
damaging, but we are addicted to it. At
the end of the day, satisfaction can be
found in the downfall of others and our
celebrities are partial to their downfalls.
This is why I believe it is better to be a
spectator rather than to pursue a career in
the media spotlight.
Charlotte Thoms
University in the USA
Have you ever watched the OC and thought to yourself, 'I could handle that!'?
Ok, so it's not entirely like the OC in the US, but there are some good
universities in fantastic places across the country that you could consider if
you want a change from England...
First off, why study in the US?
If you aren't exactly sure what you want to do in
University and you want to perhaps explore a
couple of different subjects before you specialise
then the American course structure might suit
you. In many American universities you are
required to take several different classes in your
first year to gain a rounded education and do not
even have to declare your major until the end of your second year. The
system of 'college credits' allows you to fulfil this requirement by doing
activities ranging from mountaineering to photography or fashion.
The US is a highly varied country with surprisingly
different climates and cultures. Although superficially
similar to the UK in terms of language there are an
infinite number of differences
between the two
countries, in many ways it feels more different than
Europe. As an overseas student^ the opportunities to
try
something
new and
different
are
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endless.
Depending upon where you go, you can relax on the beach or even hit the
slopes at the end of the day.
US Universities have a reputation for being extremely expensive; this is
unfortunately true for some of the more prestigious ones but fees vary
considerably. A university like Han/ard can cost as much as $40,000 dollars a
year and financial aid programs for international students are often limited
(although Harvard in fact has an extensive financial aid program available to
international students). There are also scholarships (often music or sports)
available to help reduce the costs although again this is dependant on the
specific University.
What do I need to do?
There are several academic requirements for
application. You must do the SAT (Scholastic
Aptitude Test) to be considered for most, if not all,
Universities. This can be taken here in England and
is relatively easy to organise. Some of the more
competitive Universities also require SAT II Subject
tests from candidates. The application also generally
includes a Personal Statement.
More Information
The first thing to do if you are interested in applying or finding out more is to
talk to Dr. Langdon. There is also lots of information and links on the Sixth
Form section of the Intranet. Some other sites to look at include:
http://www.fulbright.co.uk/eas/index.html - A good site for information
www.kaptest.com/uk - Kaplan offer an SAT preparation course
http://www.princetonreview.com/home.asp - An online SAT preparation
course
http://www.collegeboard.com - The College Board administer both SAT tests
Peter Humphreys
KDCDSD©
What to expect from 2006.
It looks like 2006 is going to be another great year for music as it gets off to a
promising start for bands both old and new alike. The Yeah Yeah Yeahs are back
with their new single 'Gold Lion' taken from their eagerly anticipated second full
length album, set to be released at the end of the month. Enthusiastic indie-pop
group Ok Go also make a welcome return to the music scene with 'A Million Ways,'
which has a much more mature sound to what we've heard from them previously.
2006 will see some huge headliners for this summer's festivals, with the likes of
Radiohead playing V festival along with Morrissey and The Who. It's been 10
years since the last Guns n' Roses album 'The Spaghetti Incident?^ which
incidentally was only a covers album, was released but Axl Rose has confirmed that
he and the new line-up will be playing at this year's Download. 70s rock legend
Lou Reed has been booked for the Isle of Wight festival, which will also be playing
host to The Prodigy, Placebo and The Rakes.
Bands to listen out for this year:
After The Libertines' tragic split, it seemed that last year would be the year for
Pete Doherty's new band Babyshambles. Instead, the year was spent waiting for
them to quite literally shamble into action, which frankly didn't happen. This year,
however, it is the turn of Carl Barat, who is back with his hotly tipped new band
Dirty Pretty Things. After playing several small venues, the band has been gaining
more and more support and should do well with the
release of their debut single 'Bang Bang Your Dead'.
Even more importantly, they will be playing at this
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year's South by South-West festival in Texas. Last
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year it held host to people like Graham Coxon,
Kaiserchiefs, Bloc Party, Maximo Park and The Cribs,
who are all now doing really well. This is a great festival for showcasing new bands
and getting English bands heard across the pond. Be Your Own Pet are doing
particularly well after exploding into the scene at last year's SXSW, and are now
one of America's most talked about new bands. With Karen 0 inspired vocals, their
new single 'Adventure' is well worth a listen. This year will see the likes of Hot
Chip, who bring a strange mix of pop, synth beats and drum machines to the music
scene. After keeping relatively quiet for a year after the brief success of
'Playboy,' they are back with their infectious new single 'Over and Over'. On the
more surreal side of things, Ralfe Band, the bizarre creation of Oly Ralfe, will be
playing as well. Their "twisted folk ruminations conjure up fairytale lands",
especially in their debut single 'Albatross Waltz', or more simply, "they play
psychopathic folk-waltz music" as put by Julian Barratt of The Mighty Boosh. Their
debut album 'Swords' is currently on sale. Nebraskan
6-piece Tilly And The Wall will also be playing their
jagged, elegant pop songs. Listen out for their new
single 'Reckless' for some genuinely enjoyable music.
But perhaps the band I'm most excited about at the
moment, who ! hope gain the popularity they deserve
at this year's SXSW, is White Rose Movement. After
the release of their first single 'Love is a number' last
year, their Depeche Mode inspired indie-electro has
spread quietly through the music scene, which will hopefully be brought out by the
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festival. Everyone should check out their amazing new single 'Girls in the Back'...
you v/ill not be disappointed!
But there are plenty of great up and coming nev^ bands that will not be playing
SXSW. One of my favourites at the moment being jForward, Russia!, another band
to come out of the flourishing music hotbed that is Leeds, These guys definitely
have the tunes to back up the considerable hype that has
been surrounding them. Their amazing single 'twelve' (all
their song names are numbers), released in January, really
kicked off the year to a good start, in what is usually a
pretty slow month, with this 2 minute slice of frenzied
post-punk. Dustin's Bar Mitzvah releases their insanely
infectious debut single 'To The Ramones' on the 18'^
Their lyrics may be slightly indecipherable at times but
they definitely have that Libertines scratchy, frantic
guitar-led power pop going on. The Kooks seem to have
got something right, with all but 2 of their 19 dates on
their last tour selling out. Their new single 'Naive', out on the 27'^, is a lot more
down-tempo compared to their previous offerings, but overall is worth a listen.
Also look out for Les incompetents, a scarily young London 5-piece, formed for a
school battle of the bands and The Young Knives with their fast-paced, actionpacked and enormously catchy debut single 'Here Comes The Rumour Mill'. It
looks like the female vocalist is back in fashion with bands like The Noisettes and
Be Your Own Pet. I'm particularly excited about America's latest all-girl band The
Like. After a slightly disappointing first single, they return with 'June Gloom', a
much more melancholy track with a plodding bass line and heartbreaking vocals.
My Favourites:
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White Rose Movement: see above
Trash Money: these guys are really hard to categorise. They
play a unique blend of indie-electro with a slight hip-hop feel
o^^"" really heavy bass lines. They get nowhere near the
amount of air-time they deserve, but hopefully the release of
their first album at the end of March will solve that.
Best track: Jean City
Robots In Disguise: This amazing electro/funkpunk duo have been around a while
entertaining
audiences
with
their
true
retro
old-skool
style.
Best tracks: 'Arguments', 'Turn It Up'
The Rakes: Can't put a foot wrong at the moment as they move from the
stompy '22 Grand Job' to the more mature sound of 'All Too Human'.
Best track: 'Retreat'
Every Move A Picture: Attracting attention with their energetic brand of dance
punk
inspired
by
The
Smiths,
New
Order
and
early
U2.
Best tracks: 'On The Edge Of Something Beautiful (At 12 a.m.)', 'Signs Of Life'.
Mary Allen
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So the award season has been and gone with some surprising and
some unsurprising wins. Awards were given in film, TV and music and
they celebrated the best of the past year. So here's the low-down on
this year's awards:
The film Aw^tSst
Here's the roundup on this year's big film
ceremonies now that the Golden Globes, the
BAFTAs and the OSCARs are over. There were
some surprising wins especially when "Brokeback
r| Mountain", which was tipped to be a big winner at
the OSCARs, lost out to "Crash" in the category of
best film. "Brokeback Mountain" failed to win any
acting awards at the OSCARs, with only Ang Lee
picking up an award for best director. Reese
Witherspoon won the award for best actress at the
BAFTAs, OSCARs and the Golden Globes for her
performance as June Carter in "Walk the Line", beating the likes of Judi
Dench and Charlize Theron along the way. Philip
Seymour Hoffman won the award for best actor at all
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the award ceremonies in the film "Capote", beating
off tough competition from Heath Ledger and
Joaquin Phoenix. Rachel Weisz was flying the Brit
flag when she won the award for best supporting
actress at both the Golden Globes and the OSCARs.
George Clooney won his first ever OSCAR this year
for his role in "Syriana" and perhaps a slightly
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controversial win. Although "Brokeback Mountain"
lost out at the OSCARs it received 4 awards at both the Golden Globes
and the BAFTAs. And of course I can't help but mention that "Lost" won
the best TV series for drama and "Desperate Housewives" for comedy
at the Golden Globes.
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U2
Believe it or not there are 108 different categories
at the Grammys so it would take to long to list all of
the winners. However the big winners of the night
were U2 who took home 5 awards including Album
and Song of the Year. U2 managed to overshadow
the likes of Kanye West and Mariah Carey, who
won 3 awards each. Kelly Clarkson was not far behind when she won 2
awards for Best Pop Vocal Performance and Album. At the BRITs
Coldplay managed to pick up two of the most prestigious awards for
Best British Single and Album. And there were
no surprises when the Arctic Monkeys won
COLDPLAY
British Breakthrough Act. The Kaiser Chiefs
also did well when they picked up 2 awards for
British Live Act and Rock Act. The presence of
James Blunt was felt when he also picked up 2
awards and he has also promised that on his
next album (unfortunately there'll be another
album) not to sing like a girl, unlikely.
However, I can't help but notice that
the media seems to be focusing more
and more on what the celebrities are
wearing on the red carpet, especially
at the film ceremonies, rather than
focusing on the talent that is being
awarded. This leaves me wondering
if these award presentations won't
soon become merely fashion shows.
Rachel Park
CBGB and OMFUGi The end of an era
On 31^" August 2006, legendary
New York club CBGB's is due
to
be
closed
indefinitelyfollowing a long legal battle
with the BRC, the housing
committee
of the area
in
which
the
club
situated.
With apparently little left
to be done, this will surely
be the end of an era as the
doors
of
the
musical
institution and international
icon close forever.
Although often described as a
dump, "a neighbourhood bar in
a bad neighbourhood," CBGB's
has provided
a stage
for
eccentric, anachronistic acts
and
a
mecca
for
music
enthusiasts for more than 3 0
years.
In 1973, a
little
known band called Television
were walking down the Bowery
in New York City to find a
man
painting
the
letters
'CBGB' on a newly renovated
bar,
they
informed
Hilly
Kristal that they were in a
band
and
they
played
"a
little
blues."
With
some
persuasion, as the club was
not intended to play host to
rock
music,
they
landed
themselves a gig, which in
Hilly's
opinion
went
dreadfully, but their manager
managed to wrangle another
slot, this time on the same
bill as local newcomers. The
Ramones.
As they say, the
rest is history, The Ramones,
a band of misfits, went on to
become
the band
that
for
many, epitomises punk rock,
inspiring losers everywhere
"Tiie question
most
often
asked of me is,
"What does
CBGB stand for?"
I reply,
"It
stands
for the kind of
music
I intended
to have, but
not
the kind that we became
famous for: COUNTRY BLUEGRASS
BLUES. "
The next question
is
always,
"but what does OMFUG stand
for?"
"OTHER MUSIC FOR
UPLIFTING GORMANDIZERS." And
what is a gormandizer?
It's
a
voracious
eater
of, in
this
case, MUSIC. "
-Hilly Kristal, founder CBGB
and OMFUG
with three chord, 90 mile an
hour odes to lobotomy, glue
sniffing
and
punk
rockers
called Sheena, amongst other
subjects.
Other
highly
influential
bands,
often
incestuously swapping members
and forming new bands, such
as The Patti Smith Group,
Blondie
and
Talking
Heads
became regulars
in
what
is
now
internationally seen as the
birth place of punk and home
of alternative music.
All however, may not be lost,
with Hilly Kristal
looking
into
new
locations
in
Manhattan,
and
the
possibility of a sister club
opening
in
Las
Vegas.
Neither, is there a shortage
of new bands spawned by the
blistering
scene
CB's
was
home
to,
with
a
punk
resurgence apparently looming
in
the
form
of
Neil's
Children
and
Dustin's
Bar
Mitzvah blistering their way
to a stage near you very
soon.
Katie O'Neill
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beyond 2100.
Cornwall is an area
of the UK already
feeling the effects
of global warming
with sea levels
fluctuating but
gradually
increasing. ->
Imagine the effects:
The polar ice caps are beginning
to melt - this will irreversibly damage
the habitat of some of the world's
People across the world are suffering the consequences
finest animals. ->
of global warming
HUMAN LIFE will be seriously
Drought in Australia
threatened as sea levels begin to rise
Death of essential Coral Reefs (which are
and houses and even villages are
a source of medicine, chemicals, food and
destroyed.
are irreplaceable.)
More cyclones/tidal waves in Oceania
Several serious human
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diseases only appear in warm areas
top recycling boroughs in England &
meaning there will be an inevitable
1000 trees were planted in the last
increase in illness.
year - this will help limit the
greenhouse affect by balancing CO2
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SAVE ENERGY!!!!
Switch off appliances DONT
put them on STANDBY
Solar outdoor lighting!
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Take public transport
A Review of Kelly Clarkson in Concert — 2.^''^ February
A few weeks ago my friends and I travelled in freezing cold weather to the
Hammersmith Apollo to see Kelly Clarkson in concert. You may be thinking
at this point "Oh no, a cheesy pop music review, I'll turn the page," but the
American Idol winner has changed her ways since her sudden rise to fame in
2002. Her first album "Thankful" was typically full of ballads and very "I'vejust-won-american-idor'ish (although I did love "Miss Independent.") Her
current and second album "Breakaway," however, is such a huge
improvement. She obviously had a lot more input into this one and it shows
off her "rock" side! Let's face it - everyone loved "Since You Been Gone!"
The supporting act were The Faders (yeah, we didn't really know who
they were either) who, surprisingly, weren't that bad. But this is a review of
Kelly Clarkson so I won't comment too much on them.
We'd noticed various cameras around the
venue on our way in and we were vaguely
wondering what they were for when, before Kelly
came on, we were told she wished to film her next
video there that night. This did mean, however,
that she started the concert with "Breakaway," one
of the slower songs of the album, and then sang it
for a second time straight afterwards to make sure
they had the right footage. It was a bit of an
anticlimax after a long wait but being the loyal fans
we are we didn't mind! You may see us in the
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crowd somewhere in the video!!
She then continued to sing most of the songs from her album with a few
older ones like "The Trouble With Love Is" and "Low" thrown in. They were
all amazing and she's one of those singers who sounds equally as good, if not
better, live. The crowd seemed to be mainly made up of every teenage girl in
London with the occasional, reluctant boyfriend dragged along (although
there was one scarily, hardcore male fan standing alone near us singing and
jumping along to everything!). The crowd sang along to every song, which
added to the great atmosphere, even if we were sometimes strained to hear
Kelly herself singing!
And there weren't three million costume changes with hundreds of
rehearsed dance routines as some of you sceptics may have thought. Oh no,
just the one costume change into that really cool wedding dress she wears in
"Behind These Hazel Eyes" and not a dancer in sight - really, her stuff
nowadays is good!
She finished the concert with the infamous "Since You Been Gone,"
which proved to be, in my opinion, by far the best performance of the night.
The crowd all went mad during the chorus (well, she had instructed us to
"jump!") and she kept the vocals consistent and strong throughout. It really
was great concert, although I'd say it even if it wasn't as I'm a huge fan!
I'd recommend her album to everyone - I'm sure you won't be disappointed!
Anna Griffiths
riuman Interest
Anonymous on the air waves
Silk voiced newsreaders
Speak for you, because
You both invade the empty air;
Them with their wavering frequencies
Any you, you play the chapel piano.
White coats, sterile reason amazed.
Cannot name the music you
Tease from the ether.
They found you.
Skin sandpapered, just driftwood.
The desolate sky watched.
They found you.
On the shore, a foreign thing.
Dressed in water;
Pale silk of rotting sky.
The sea moaned like cellos.
Wind fluted whispers into wails.
And the rain plinked piano
Down your spine.
Do you think in music?
Notes trembling into pictures,
Dream in sonatas?
Lil<e hazy light filtered to sound.
Or are you blank;
An empty room,
Land without light.
Or sound.
Burning in your own sun?
And their questionsInelegant percussion, find you
Rootless, without a home.
The childhood you must have hadThe music lessonsThat favourite song you
Played and played again.
Means less than the howl of the waves.
Today's enigma is tomorrow's
Old news, the worn paper.
Fluttering in the wind;
A torn standard for the rain.
And carried without fanfare.
Back to where you came.
Sian Lapwood
Editor's Ups and
Downs
Reese Witherspoon: An $ 18m movie deal, a dedicated mother and a realistic waist line./
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Top Gear: ...A bit like Yorkie- not for girls? Think again! Hammond, Clarkson and
'The Stig' make great TV.
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Decline of McDonalds: Soon to be shutting 25 of their outlets.
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Say goodbye to the Supersize!
Easter Eggs: The best time of year for chocolate lovers. Lindt golden bunnies
galore!
2"** chance Sunday: E4's excellent idea of repeating all of the week's
best programs on a Sunday afternoon. Great time for chilling out!
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Doggy clothes: Gap and Accessorize have jumped on the bandwagon.
Seriously cute for pampered pooches.
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Skeletal celebrities: Lindsey Lohan, Nicole Richie and Pauris Hilton are
at war.. .fighting to be unhealthily thin. Don't they ever feel like tucking
into a hearty meal?
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Finding a job: Too much effort, too few jobs and too little money!
Awards season: Oscars, Brits, NMEs and Golden Globes...YAWN! Once
you've seen one, you've seen 'em all!
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Eurovision: Oh no, it's that time of year again! Cringing behind a
cushion all round.
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The weather: Duffle coats, scarves and gloves... it's supposed to be
SPRING! Bring on the frolicking lambs and daffodils.
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Travel: Bus fares creeping up from £ 1.20 to £ 1.50. A travel card is
costly at over £11.00 before 9.30 am. I'd rather walk!
Charlotte Thorns
Top 10 Cinema movies out
1. Brokeback Mountain *****
This bold heart-breaking love story enthrals all with the exquisite performances from the
actors. An epic romance which is well worth watching.
2. Lucky Number Slevin ****
An exciting and stylish thriller in which you lose yourself in the confusing maze of deception
which unravels as this 18 film unfolds, starring Josh Hartnett.
3. Walk the Line ****
Although sUghtly too long, this intriguing movie about Johnny Cash also shows love and
portrays intensity along with subtleness and emotion.
4. Capote ****
Superb performances and a richly detailed storyline which not only provokes thought but is
fascinating to watch, based around Truman Capote.
5. Good Night, And Good Luck ****
Set in the 50's, featuring George Clooney and shot in black and white, this stark tale
highlighting journalism is surprisingly relevant to contemporary issues and morals.
6. Zathura ***
A characteristic sci-fi space advenmre with a sHghtiy implausible premise for the plot, but
nevertheless a fast-paced fantasy
7. Final Destination 3 ***
Questioning the idea of fate and predestination, this gory film features a sHghdy bloodier and
less scary version of the previous two, perhaps a bit tackier...
8. Chicken Little ***
A modem twist on a childhood fable about a Mttie bird who gets into serious trouble after
telling some white lies...Although not as sophisticated as other recent Disney films, still an
enjoyable watch for those young-hearted.
9. Big Momma's House 2 **
Although some may have a few laughs, an unnecessary sequel which simply embarrasses
itself.
10. Date Movie **
This is yet another cheesy rom-com which enjoys a couple of funny moments but its crude
and lewd storyline is surprisingly boring.
By Hannah Middleton
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