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Dynamic Duo

Moises and Andrea Molina pool their cello and piano talents during a recent recital in COFAC

by Daniel O'Donnell in The Edge

Dynamic Duo
Before the evening's entertainment began, the wife and husband Molina duo allowed the meager crowd to gather into the College Of Fine Arts and Communication recital hall so that a premium vantage point could be found.… Post the First Comment

New Deal artwork, faculty pieces on display

by Jenny Wittman in The Edge

New Deal artwork, faculty pieces on display
A part of history that cannot be described in books is the many captivating and passionate art arrangements from a time when this nation was at its worst. Everyone knows about the details of the Great Depression, The Dust Bowl and World War II, but the impact of Franklin D. Roosevelt's "New Deal" programs extends to what inspires us now. … Post the First Comment

Table Manners

The Macomb Community Theatre's latest comedy centers around an English family's interesting dinner conversations

by Margaret Eaton in The Edge

Though the set was plain and could have been the kitchen of nearly any middle-class American household, "Table Manners" was really a comedy about family relations in England. … 1 Comment

Disturbed rocks the Riviera

by Khaled Okla in The Edge

Every rocker and metal-head packed themselves like sardines into the tiny Riviera Theater in Chicago on Sept. 24 to see one of today's hottest metal bands. Man did it seriously rock!… 1 Comment

Mike and Joe set to play The Forum

by Tiffany Zack in The Edge

The fantastic four, otherwise known as Mike and Joe, is making a return appearance Thursday, Oct. 6 at The Forum for a power-packed performance. … Post the First Comment

From the Edge Desk

in The Edge

Starting today, an influx of Western Illinois University alumni will return to the campus for Homecoming weekend. While it may seem odd to see so many former students at school again, it is even stranger to think that many of us will be Western graduates eligible to partake in this tradition next year. For some seniors, the idea of being a productive member of the workforce by summer is frightening, exciting or in my case, highly unlikely. … Post the First Comment

Retro Cinema: The Princess Bride (1987)

Directed by Rod Reiner
Rating: PG
Runtime: 98 Minutes

by Stacey Becker in The Edge

Retro Cinema: The Princess Bride (1987)
Depending on your mood, you might want to see movies about true love, revenge, giants, miracles or ultimate swordplay. Usually, you don't think about watching a movie that contains all of these elements and more. Back in the late '80s, Rob Reiner decided to take his favorite book, "The Princess Bride," and turn it into the definitive movie about true love, which happens to contain revenge, giants, miracles and ultimate swordplay.… Post the First Comment

Movie Review

Red Eye
Grade: B

in The Edge

From the director who brought you "Nightmare On Elm Street," "Scream" and "Cursed," brings you another horror movie to make you tremble. Wes Craven attempts to indulge himself in the thriller category, with "Red Eye."…

Movie Review

Just Like Heaven
Grade: C-

in The Edge

After much effort, it is impossible to watch this film and not be utterly disgusted with how implausible it is. Its intent is to be a romantic comedy about the supernatural, and there is nothing romantic, comedic, super or natural throughout the whole film.… Post the First Comment

Movie Review

Just Like Heaven
Grade: C-

in The Edge

After much effort, it is impossible to watch this film and not be utterly disgusted with how implausible it is. Its intent is to be a romantic comedy about the supernatural, and there is nothing romantic, comedic, super or natural throughout the whole film.… Post the First Comment

Movie Review

Corpse Bride
Grade: A-

in The Edge

Tim Burton's "Corpse Bride" is a movie about Victor Van Dort (Johnny Depp) who is betrothed to Victoria Everglot (Emily Watson). They have not met each other before and this marriage is basically for the benefit of her parents.… Post the First Comment

Movie Review

40-Year-Old Virgin
Grade: A

in The Edge

When seeing a preview for the "40-Year-Old Virgin" one might suspect that Steve Carell is going to be taking on his hot streak of dumb characters (Brick from "Anchorman," his "journalism" on the "Daily Show," or the bad boss from "The Office") and using it to his advantage in a lead role. That is not the case in this movie.… Post the First Comment

Album Review

Son Volt
"Okemah and the Melody of Riot"
Grade: B+

in The Edge

Alt-country rockers Son Volt keep on keeping on and maintaining its roots with "Okemah and the Melody of Riot," its first album release in seven years. After frontman Jay Farrar found his songwriting skills while making several acclaimed solo records, the band is back from a long-awaited break. This was worth the wait for many listeners.… Post the First Comment

Album Review

Josh Rouse
Nashville
Grade: A

in The Edge

Nashville-based artist Josh Rouse and his fifth studio effort "Nashville," have definitely defined alt-country and many other genres within this groundbreaking album. Rouse's soft southern voice in "Nashville" almost sounds like a gentle morning radio playing understated folk-rock beauty. With no rhinestone-studded cowboy hats or vintage cowboy boots to be found, listeners will hear sounds similar to Ryan Adams, Whiskeytown and David Gray.… Post the First Comment

Album Review

Some Girls
"The DNA will have its Say"
Grade: B+

in The Edge

While this album may only contain seven songs, that on average all clock-in around a minute, Some Girls make this second release of theirs a monumental one.… Post the First Comment

DVD Review

Beyond The Sea
Grade: B

in The Edge

A musician who wrote 163 songs and sold millions of records deserves to be immortalized in a biopic. With reverenced nostalgia, "Beyond The Sea" chronicles the brief, but intriguing life of Bobby Darin.… Post the First Comment

DVD Review

The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy
Grade: A-

in The Edge

"The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" is one of those rare movies in which the previews don't do it justice. It looked like this was going to be one of the worst movies ever. … Post the First Comment

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