Content by Peter Velz

Classic animation enhances 'Coraline'

February 11, 2009

It is unfortunate that animation is considered a genre synonymous with a "kid's film" as animated movies occasionally display complexity and originality not found in live-action films. Offbeat and dark, "Coraline" breathes new life into family-friendly en

"Dangerous Laughter" is literary experience

February 9, 2009

Everyone has those fleeting encounters with people who seemingly fade out of our memory, and by extension existence, only to resurface once we lose them for good. That's the subject of "The Disappearance of Elaine Coleman," one of the 13 fascinating short

Review: 'Taken' not genre-defining

February 5, 2009

There are some movies that offer the unexpected. The acting may inspire, the plot may unravel in a clever way or the action may end up redefining the genre. "Taken" doesn't fall into these categories, but that doesn't mean you should avoid it.

Eastwood shines in otherwise dull film

January 26, 2009

In the following days and weeks after I initially saw Clint Eastwood's latest film, "Gran Torino," I thought I fell into some bizarro world where evil twins are indicated by mannered dialogue and a stylish goatee. Problem being, I was the one with the goa

Recently released Oscar noms prove surprising

January 22, 2009

This week has been an exciting and thrilling one in the world of entertainment. Yes, the inauguration was cool, but I'm referring to yesterday's nomination announcement of the 2009 Academy Awards.

Review: 'Slumdog' impresses viewers

January 21, 2009

Pop quiz, hotshot. What country produces the most movies every year? If you thought the United States, you're wrong.

Video: War on Tradition

January 21, 2009

Bakar Bey, an aerospace engineering major, performs and talks about his original poem commemorating a historic moment.

War on Tradition

January 21, 2009

Video: War on Tradition - Full Poem

January 20, 2009

A poem by Bakar O. Bey.

War on Tradition - Full Poem

January 20, 2009