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Archive - May 12, 2008

Gargoyle guide to the week in entertainment, May 12-18

The big movie this week is "Prince Caspian," the latest in the "Chronicles of Narnia" series from Disney. Kumars takes a look at that as well as the latest releases in DVDs, including Denzel Washington's "The Great Debaters." Laura likes what she hears from the new CDs, Gordon finds some worthwhile game releases, and Sindha clues us in on an outdoor concert coming up this weekend.

Poetry from the Gargoyle's mouth: Songs as poems edition

A new week, a new theme. "Poetry from the Gargoyle's mouth" is back with something a little different. During the next few days, we will be publishing song lyrics that we find to be particularly poetic. Hopefully a variety of genres and artists will give readers an appreciation for the poems that can be found in song.

Big Show '08 diary: "Paid off a thousandfold"

Big Show '08 has come and gone, but that hasn't stopped co-director Anna Cangellaris from looking back at opening night. Check out the third installment of our Big Show Diary. One more to go after this, from cast member Anna Gooler.

Film review: "Iron Man"

"Heroes aren't born. They're built." This is the legend behind Iron Man, a less well-known superhero than, say, Spiderman or Batman. The movie about him, however, goes above and beyond in its portrayal of this unlikely hero. Read on for Gargoyle reporter Deborah Ladd's review of the newest A-list movie about a B-list superhero.

Photo essay: Life after the 5K, or Jie's walk around the block(s)

The end-of-the-year 5K run is over. So, what now? Never set foot outside again? You'd miss a lot. A walk around your neighborhood is better than just being a couch potato. And with the gorgeous scenery and fabulous weather, you could even walk a 5K without knowing it! Here are some sights that Jie Han captured on camera during a Saturday evening walk around her Savoy neighborhood.