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'Slevin' luckier than you might think

By C. Warner Sills and Alyson Brodsky · Thursday, Sept. 21,2006 12 a.m.

The Kansas City Shuffle -- when everybody looks right, you go left. Simple enough, eh? Writer Jason Smilovic does a great job writing a screenplay that, without the audience's awareness, revolves around the simple technique. Touché, Jason, for scoring on your first big screenplay. With the help from director Paul McGuigan (Wicker Park), "Lucky Number Slevin" turned out to be a connect-the-dots crime thriller that, partially thanks to its all-star cast, is enjoyably entertaining.

Bittersweet opening

By C. Warner Sills and Associated Press · Thursday, Sept. 21,2006 12 a.m.

- From Associated Press reports LOS ANGELES -- There is an irony to a movie about a little boy whonever gives up being made by a couple who themselves worked together to overcome the odds. The opening this week of the animated baseball film "Everyone's Hero" marks the final project -- and message -- from Christopher and Dana Reeve, who both died during the making of the movie. The film's message mirrors the final years of their lives, say those who worked with the couple. Reeve, paralyzed in a horseback riding accident, and his wife worked tirelessly to find a cure for spinal-cord injuries, always believing the actor would walk again.

When bad is good

By C. Warner Sills and Bryan Lufkin · Thursday, Sept. 21,2006 12 a.m.

It's time to play everyone's favorite game: "Name that cinematic triumph!" Which 1990 classic features a soundtrack nearly entirely created by a Casio synthesizer, goblin costumes made from burlap potato bags and paper mache masks and a steamy love scene in an RV overflowing with popcorn? If you're one of the proud few who were able to immediately yelp, "Troll 2," then congratulations, you have mastered the art of watching bad movies. You have become one of millions around the world who unite to bask in the glory of cinematic detritus that is so bad, it's good.

Justifi -- ably another hit album

By Sam Nissen · Thursday, Sept. 21,2006 12 a.m.

Justin Timberlake makes hosting successful parties simple. Female attendance lays the groundwork for party host reputations, but retainment relies on grindin'. They've gotta hit the dance floor. FutureSex/LoveSounds, just like JT's last effort, Justified, is the perfect CD to draw and retain party-goers.

Clothing NOT optional

By Mallory Simon · Thursday, Sept. 21,2006 12 a.m.

As I scanned TV channels this weekend to find something to watch, I stumbled upon "Parent Trap." I don't care what anyone says, its a great movie. When the movie came out in 1998 it was many people's introduction to Lindsay Lohan -- and a good first one at that. She was a cute little freckled girl who screamed innocence. She caught the eye of directors and producers in the industry and landed more teen-tacky movies in the 90s. Then came Mean Girls -- probably one of the most-owned DVDs by females -- second to The Notebook. It was hysterical and I loved Lindsay Lohan in it. I should have known it was the SNL-inspired writing, directing and cast that made it funny. Still, I respected the redhead and bought the DVD too.

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(Next) generational angst

By C. Warner Sills and Chris Freiberg · Thursday, Sept. 21,2006 12 a.m.

It's no secret that I'm a huge gamer. And it's also no secret that I prefer what Nintendo and Microsoft have done with the original Xbox and Gamecube over what Sony has done. The Xbox has some great exclusive action in the "Halo" and "Project Gotham Racing" series. Nintendo has the best, most creative programmers on the planet and a truly legendary library of games based on Mario and "The Legend of Zelda."

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Bittersweet opening

By C. Warner Sills and Associated Press · Wednesday, Sept. 20,2006 11:58 p.m.

- From Associated Press reports LOS ANGELES -- There is an irony to a movie about a little boy whonever gives up being made by a couple who themselves worked together to overcome the odds. The opening this week of the animated baseball film "Everyone's Hero" marks the final project -- and message -- from Christopher and Dana Reeve, who both died during the making of the movie. The film's message mirrors the final years of their lives, say those who worked with the couple. Reeve, paralyzed in a horseback riding accident, and his wife worked tirelessly to find a cure for spinal-cord injuries, always believing the actor would walk again.

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'Urinetown' actor finds humor in his roles

By Lindsey Landis · Wednesday, Sept. 20,2006 11:58 p.m.

Senior Kevin Anderson is not a bad guy. He just plays one in most of his productions. The theatre and drama major tackled the role of Batboy's evil mother in the fall 2004 production of "Batboy -- The Musical," which he described as "ridiculous," because he had to dress up in women's clothing.

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Art from all Angles

By Colleen Carroll · Wednesday, Sept. 20,2006 11:57 p.m.

ulpture on the lawn of the IU Art Museum is nothing more than a meaningless shape. "It looks like a circle to me," he said. But that big circle is Charles Perry's "Indiana Arc," one of several pieces of abstract art that exists on IU's campus.

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Amazin' revival to first

By Evan Harris · Wednesday, Sept. 20,2006 11:40 p.m.

Imagine you're a successful and charming person. You're the life of every party. Your grade point average is the highest in your class, semester after semester. Entering the bar one night, everyone glares with high regard, not disdain. You get to the bartender, order rounds of drinks for everyone, and girls throw their inhibitions out the window.

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Jags try to close gap on dominant Colts

By Mark Long · Wednesday, Sept. 20,2006 11:39 p.m.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- When Jack Del Rio came to Jacksonville following the 2002 season, the Tennessee Titans were atop the AFC South Division and the Indianapolis Colts were trying to catch up. Now, the Colts have a stronghold on the top spot -- they've won three consecutive division titles -- and the Jaguars are trying to close the gap.

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IU kicks off season in Carolina

By Chris Sauer · Wednesday, Sept. 20,2006 11:39 p.m.

The IU women's tennis team looks to build on the momentum from last season when it takes the first strokes of the 2006-07 season Saturday at the Wake Forest Invitational in Winston-Salem, N.C.

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Woods lashes out

By Alyson Brodsy and Doug Ferguson · Wednesday, Sept. 20,2006 11:38 p.m.

STRAFFAN, Ireland -- Tiger Woods was outraged Wednesday at an Irish magazine and a tabloid that linked photos of his wife to various pornography sites, and his agent was studying the merits of a lawsuit.

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Help Me, Harlan!

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, Sept. 20,2006 11:35 p.m.

As someone who is married to a man who calls himself an atheist, I can give some good advice from a woman's point of view. Every time there is a sacred event for which I would like to attend church (Easter, Christmas, Lent, etc.), I always end up going alone. You sit at the back of the church and view the happy families in front of you and wonder why that can't be you.

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Recruitment rule book rewritten

By Kasey Hawrysz · Wednesday, Sept. 20,2006 11:31 p.m.

When freshman Michelle Pircon begins formal sorority recruitment this year, she will likely find the process less restrictive than those who rushed only a year ago. The Panhellenic Association, which acts as the governing body for sororities on campus, has rewritten the rush rule book, removing many "nit-picky" rules, said Kelly Jones, executive vice president of recruitment for the Panhellenic Association.

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Increased funding helps IU Child Care Services

By Zachary Osterman · Wednesday, Sept. 20,2006 11:30 p.m.

An increase in funding for IU Child Care Services will allow raises for staffers and extra space for almost 40 infants and toddlers, according to an IU press release. The service currently only has room for 18 children, with a waiting list of between 75 and 100, according to Tim Dunnuck, coordinator of Child Care Services at IUB.

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WTIU will move to high-definition

By Ryan McLaughlin · Wednesday, Sept. 20,2006 11:29 p.m.

Thanks to almost $600,000 in grants from the provost's office and the College of Arts and Sciences, staff at WTIU and telecommunications students will enjoy the ability to broadcast in high-definition.

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