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Horrifying thriller offers laughable gore, suspense

Timed perfectly with the eerie release date on Friday the 13th, this film provides as much guts, repulsion and suspense as its superstitiously horrifying release date is associated with.

By Emily Nichols | April 12, 2012

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Action flick loses appeal with recycled features, weak villains

“Lockout” loses its viewers early and only leaves them to ponder who and what in the past did it better.

By Taylor Costello | April 12, 2012

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‘Bully’ reveals surprising aggressors, offers solutions

The documentary “Bully” targets the many unexpected parties responsible for harassment and the severe consequences that stem from this mistreatment.

By Maria Thompson | April 12, 2012

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Tenant 'in Apt 23' thrives on manipulation, scheming

For those who feel they can relate to roommate problems, a show like this can make almost any squabbling living arrangement seem not only normal, but appreciated in comparison.

By Emily Nichols | April 11, 2012

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Former ASU student tours with Broadway production

Casted into Tony-award winning “Spring Awakening,” former ASU student Krystina Alabado is now touring for “American Idiot.”

By Maria Thompson | April 10, 2012

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'Hubble 3D’ dazzles with crisp IMAX imagery

Viewing this film in 3-D is the only way to experience it because breathtaking sights like stars forming deep inside Orion’s Belt would otherwise drastically lose their awe-inspiring quality.

By Taylor Costello | April 10, 2012

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New M. Ward album travels through different times

“A Wasteland Companion” will wrap itself around you.

By Jocelyn Gee | April 9, 2012

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Scott Sigler describes literary trends, creating safe scare

Sigler explains the developments in his writing that fans went wild for.

By Lana Rogoff | April 9, 2012

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Artist finds inspiration in weaving, storytelling

Fibers graduate student Kelsey Wiskirchen traveled to Bolivia and South Africa and observed the camaraderie that comes with weaving when she stayed with several women’s weaving cooperatives.

By Newlin Tillotson | April 8, 2012

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Fans rejoice Portugal. The Man on Good Friday

The congregation at the concert was not of the religious type, but rather, of a musical rejoicing.

By Mitchell Bobman | April 8, 2012

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‘American Reunion’ induces outrageous laughs

Each character stays true to their original persona, but with an amplified comeback to keep the audience entertained and to avoid mundane re-dos.

By Cassandra Starboard | April 5, 2012

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Icehouse to host collaborative exhibit by ASU art students

In building and designing Apparatus Sculptoris, various strategies such as illumination, fabrication, installation and new media were used to create an event that explores experimental art.

By Newlin Tillotson | April 5, 2012

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Gammage unveils next year's Broadway season

Local Broadway lovers will be awestruck with the incredible lineup for next season at ASU Gammage

By Maria Thompson | April 4, 2012

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Chocolate mingles with fine art at Carefree festival

The craftsmanship of the pieces was remarkable, and it was clear creative visions went into each piece at the Culinary Festival of Chocolates, Confections & Fine Art.

By Lana Rogoff | April 3, 2012

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Dan Savage speaks about fetishes, insecurity

Dan Savage touches on how to discuss sex, fetishes and taboos in a culture that would prefer for people to be ignorant.

By Cassandra Starboard | April 2, 2012

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Vibrant butterflies delight nature appreciators

Over a thousand butterflies fly among vibrant wildflowers and sweet nectar plants at the Desert Botanical Garden every spring.

By Emily Nichols | April 2, 2012

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‘Intruders’ a violation of time and money

If any effect remains after exiting the theater, it should be the resentment of having wasted both time and money.

By Jonathan Fortner | April 1, 2012

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‘Punk’d’ returns with Bieber’s pranks

After a five-year break, the overwhelmingly popular reality show, “Punk’d” returned to MTV with its first celebrity host, Justin Bieber.

By Emily Nichols | April 1, 2012

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‘Mirror Mirror’ a humorous take on classic tale

Unlike the original version, this Snow White doesn’t need a prince to save her.

By Newlin Tillotson | March 29, 2012

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‘Wrath of the Titans’ a visual spectacle that lacks feeling

In showcasing ferociously salivating creatures, skull crushing action and a literally hellish terrain, the necessary attention to other aspects of the movie is forgotten.

By Mary Richardson | March 29, 2012

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