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Furnaces more Fiery on latest

By -Nate Bethea · Thursday, March 24,2005 12 a.m.

I'm speechless. The Fiery Furnaces, my least favorite next big thing, has put out a solid, focused EP that's not annoying. Well, not nearly as annoying. It wasn't that Eleanor and Matt Friedberg weren't capable of it.

'Sword' proves psychotic and violent

By Chris Wisner and compiled by Chris Wisner · Thursday, March 24,2005 12 a.m.

In the world of Chambara (Japanese for sword fighting) cinema, there are two kinds of films. The first comes in the form of hokey, poorly organized samurai films which present unrealistic battles and pathetic attempts at a storyline.

A somewhat 'Incredible' DVD

By John Barnett · Thursday, March 24,2005 12 a.m.

There's a burning question hovering about in the heads of Hollywood's power players these days; that question being "Is Steve Jobs' Pixar Animation Studios even capable of making a film that doesn't win the hearts and dollars of tens of millions?" Apparently not, as the near-universal critical and monetary praise of Pixar's latest effort, "The Incredibles," would show.

Stop making biopics!

By Olivia Morales · Thursday, March 24,2005 12 a.m.

I realize some people lead fascinating, harrowing and complex lives. I'm also glad for this truth. The fact that some people have lives that are worthy of being adapted into biography films is not what concerns me. What concerns me is that these films, commonly called biopics, are being made and released with such alarming frequency that they are stomping on and casting shadows over other truly interesting and original films.

The Death of Gonzo

By Doug Evans · Thursday, March 24,2005 12 a.m.

Probably the most insane, yet most genius thing Dr. Hunter S. Thompson ever did was to run for sheriff of his hometown Aspen, Colo. Crazy because he was more of a fringe journalist who used rather unorthodox methods, such as taking various mind-altering substances and writing about his ensuing adventures while on assignment. Genius because he knew what he wanted to change and had the guts to back up the facts.

DUNGEONMasters parks!

By Michael Zennie · Thursday, March 24,2005 12 a.m.

Nicole Howard smiles coyly and rests her hand on the long sword that hangs at her side. Tonight she finds her fortress surrounded by tens of thousands of enemy troops. Even her six traveling companions and her skills as a rouge will help her little in the coming battle.

'Hostage' a somewhat captivating thriller

By -Alec Toombs · Thursday, March 24,2005 12 a.m.

Bruce Willis' latest attempt to breathe life into his once thriving career comes in the form of "Hostage." While better than his other offerings of late -- the dreaded "The Whole Ten Yards" and "Tears of the Sun" -- it's nowhere near the goodness that is the first and third "Die Hard" flicks, "Pulp Fiction," "Twelve Monkeys" and the M. Night Shyamalan double shot of "The Sixth Sense" and "Unbreakable."

‘Robots’ lacks the emotion and psychological depth of recent animated releases.

'Robots' too mechanical and emotionless

By Miranda Higdon · Thursday, March 24,2005 12 a.m.

To the small but growing collection of computer animated feature films comes a charming, amusing but ultimately forgettable offering called "Robots." Don't let that scare you away — this is a good movie with excellent animation, a heartwarming story and some moments of genuine humor that is well worth a trip to the theater.

Guardians of gaming

By Gavin Lesnick · Thursday, March 24,2005 12 a.m.

There is a civil war brewing deep inside the head of graduate student Steve Cornett, with monsters, heroes, princes, emperors, demons and dragons all waging battle. But there is also a 200-page document he's virtually memorized detailing how those fantastic creatures and causes fit together in a massive digital card game he's developing. In the end, they will leave his head as "Guardians of Kelthas," a game in the vein of "Magic: The Gathering," but with the added technology and interactivity of a computer.

Manson matron-named band not killer

By -Alec Toombs · Thursday, March 24,2005 12 a.m.

Leicester, England-based band Kasabian is the latest in a long string of U.K. rock bands making waves on their home soil (to the tune of a top five record), now looking to take the U.S. by storm. They certainly seem to have the tools for doing so in order.

Trio in Stereo releases debut album

By Karen Green · Thursday, March 24,2005 12 a.m.

In a sea of local bands, the name of the game is getting noticed. Bloomington-based Trio in Stereo knows how to play the game. In their second year of playing together, Trio in Stereo has accomplished quite a bit as an independent band. Their self-funded first album, Everyone Here Looks Familiar, will see release on April 15.

New survey raises doubts regarding Title IX in NCAA

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, March 23,2005 11:20 p.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- NCAA President Myles Brand criticized a new survey schools can use to demonstrate compliance with Title IX, saying it doesn't adequately reflect the interest in women's athletics and could harm its growth.

Knight's softer side revealed by wife

By Alyson Brodsy and Betsy Blaney · Wednesday, March 23,2005 11:20 p.m.

LUBBOCK, Texas -- When Bob Knight coaches in the round of 16 for the first time in more than a decade Thursday night, one of his most trusted advisers won't be on the Texas Tech bench.

Talkin' Coaches

By Alyson Brodsy and Ryan Corazza · Wednesday, March 23,2005 11:19 p.m.

My spring break consisted of waking up at 1:30 in the afternoon and watching lots of TV. Not wanting my laziness to end, I've acted in a similar manner my first week back on campus.

From 3 to 13: The difference a year makes for IU swimming

By Evan Harris · Wednesday, March 23,2005 11:18 p.m.

At the 2004 NCAA Championships, the Hoosiers sent only two swimmers and one diver to competition while finishing 17th overall.

Business In Brief

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, March 23,2005 11:15 p.m.

The IU Research and Technology Corporation has created the Indiana S4 Initiative, a statewide program that will aid small technology businesses seeking federal Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer program funding.

Around The State

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, March 23,2005 11:14 p.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- An Afghan man whose 15-month-old son had heart surgery in Indianapolis has retained an attorney to help the pair obtain permanent residence in the United States.

Constitutional ban battle intensifies

By Alyson Brodsy and Mike Smith · Wednesday, March 23,2005 11:13 p.m.

INDIANAPOLIS -- Gay men and lesbians have lost the first round against a state constitutional ban on same-sex marriage, but many plan to intensify their fight against the proposal's becoming an amendment to the document.

Shalom Community Center helps needy Hoosiers get back on their feet

By Kelly Ginty · Wednesday, March 23,2005 11:12 p.m.

If the Shalom Community Center's orange and yellow painted walls or sociable atmosphere don't offer a warm salutation, its Hebrew name does. "Welcome."

Suspect watched girl struggle before drowning, court says

By Alyson Brodsy · Wednesday, March 23,2005 11:12 p.m.

BROWNSTOWN, Ind. -- The man accused of killing a 10-year-old Crothersville girl watched her struggle for 20 minutes in a creek before leaving her body in the water, according to court documents.