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‘Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy’ truly a quiet triumph
“Tinker” radically – superlatively – condenses John Le Carre’s classic novel.
2011: A look back
Not the best year in the history of cinema – pretty mediocre, in fact – but there were some winners.
From the Editor: A little prognosticating to start the year off
As we say goodbye to 2011, it’s time to look into our crystal ball to see what 2012 has in store: • Theaters showing George Lucas’ new 3-D version of the “Star Wars” series will be issued custom-made rose-tinted glasses to hand out to the audience. • The original lineup of Guns N’ Roses will […]
Bar Guide: As sports bars go, Binga’s is definitely major league
Binga’s — it’s fun to say, and it’s also a fun place to grab a drink. I met a friend at Binga’s Stadium Smokehouse & Sports Bar in Portland on a recent night to take a break from the hectic holiday shopping. When I arrived, my friend was already sipping on her margarita served in […]
Bull Moose Top 10
Top 10 for Portland store Dec. 19-25: 1. The Black Keys, “El Camino” 2. Adele, “21” 3. Amy Winehouse, “Lioness: Hidden Treasures” 4. Michael Buble, “Christmas” 5. “Midnight in Paris” (DVD) 6. She and Him, “A Very She and Him Christmas” 7. Tom Waits, “Bad as Me” 8. Paul Simon, “So Beautiful or So What” […]
CD Review: DJ D’Anconia’s debut effort doesn’t miss a beat
The songs on this EP build on slow energy and jams that never cross into abrasive.
DVD Releases
NEW ON THE SHELF “DON’T BE AFRAID OF THE DARK,” starring Katie Holmes and Guy Pearce. Those of us who grew up in the 1970s may recall the many sleepless nights that followed after Mom and Dad foolishly let us stay up late to watch the 1973 TV-movie this effective upgrade is based upon, wherein […]
Off Beat: Don’t miss the boat
Come aboard; they’re expecting you at Bayside Bowl’s ‘Love Boat’-themed New Year’s Eve party.