The Echo

Dirtyphonics delivers intense performance at the Monarch Theatre

Dirtyphonics's performance at the Monarch Theatre in downtown Phoenix on April 6 was a spine-tingling, toe-tapping, head-banging extravaganza that proved just how well four French guys can put on a show.

| April 7, 2013

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'G.I. Joe: Retaliation' director reveals on-set experiences, genre transitions

After the “Step Up” film franchise, director Jon Chu took on a new challenge: the sequel “G. I. Joe: Retaliation.”

By Lana Rogoff | April 7, 2013

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'Evil Dead' remake provides gore, lacks in character development

With Sam Raimi and Bruce Campbell signed on as producers and a relatively unknown director at the helm, does “Evil Dead” (2013) break the mold of lackluster horror remakes?

By Spencer Fawcett | April 4, 2013

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'Next-Gen' consoles lack appeal

What is worrying most gamers is the lack of information on what these “next-gens” have to offer.

By Tyler Verti | April 4, 2013

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Betty White, Jane Leeves discuss 'Hot in Cleveland,' careers

The State Press sat down with the leading ladies of TV Land's "Hot in Cleveland" to talk about the next season, which is scheduled to premiere in June.

By Lana Rogoff | April 3, 2013

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Cold War Kids deliver alt-rock gold on 'Dear Miss Lonelyhearts'

Releasing just in time for the warmer weather, the Cold War Kids's new album is an up-tempo, piano-driven record that's an ode to some of the band's best influences.

By Stephanie Habib | April 2, 2013

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'The Unbelievers' documentary takes a look at science, reason in society

ASU physics professor teamed up with Richard Dawkins to produce a new documentary, “The Unbelievers.”

By Maria Thompson | April 2, 2013

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Phoenix Film Festival will cater to film makers, movie fanatics

The 2013 Phoenix Film Festival is an opportunity for film makers, movie lovers and everyone in between to enjoy what the industry's best has to offer.

By Lily Lieberman | April 2, 2013

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'Game of Thrones' reclaims crown

"Game of Thrones" season three premiered Sunday and lived up to its reputation as one of television's best shows.

By Nicholas Palomino Mendoza | April 1, 2013

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Video: Cameron Diaz talks science and religion

Actress Cameron Diaz speaks at a pre-screening of THe Unbelievers at Arizona State University's Gammage Theater on Friday, March 29, about the power of science.

By Dominick DiFurio | March 31, 2013

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Robert Moody returns to Phoenix Symphony for spectacular performance

Former resident conductor Robert Moody presented audiences with an exciting and epic classical concert Saturday night at the Phoenix Symphony.

| March 31, 2013

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'Evil Dead' director talks about success of horror remake

Fede Alvarez speaks with The State Press about horror remakes, ratings and young actresses.

By Spencer Fawcett | March 29, 2013

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'G.I. Joe: Retaliation' has difficulty getting franchise off the ground

“G.I. Joe: Retaliation,” directed by Jon M. Chu, makes a better case for the fan base but still stumbles and missteps in the same pitfalls as the first film "G.I Joe: The Rise of Cobra."

By Spencer Fawcett | March 28, 2013

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'The Host' is boring and painful

“The Host” is a science fiction film that is devoid of any tension or suspense.

By Tyler Verti | March 28, 2013

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Talents flourish at intimate Gammage open mic night

Gammage was graced with talent on Wednesday for Open Mic Night, an intimate talent show featuring performances from students and staff, including ASU alumnus and nationally recognized spoken-word artist, Myrlin Hepworth.

| March 28, 2013

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Binary Theatre's 'Mercy Rule' gives stellar performance

“Mercy Rule” is a play that cuts deep as it expresses themes of depression, death and the fragile state of relationships.

By Tyler Verti | March 27, 2013

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'Crownless' puts bravery in classic fairytale princess

What happens when the damsel in distress turns into a Joan of Arc?

| March 27, 2013

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'Rogue' stars talk filming, getting in character

The State Press caught up with actors Joshua Sasse (Frankenstein’s Army, The Big I Am) and Leah Gibson (Twilight Saga: Eclipse, Watchmen) to talk about the new DirecTV show "Rogue."

| March 27, 2013

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Sun Devil Street Wear: MIM Rocks Fashion Show

Spring fashion debuts on the runway this Friday, March 29, at Phoenix Fashion Week's 2013 MIM Rocks Fashion Show.

| March 27, 2013

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'Ginger & Rosa' full of emotion, the spirit of youth

Elle Fanning takes audiences on an emotional journey about growing up with a career-making performance.

| March 27, 2013

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