The Echo

‘Alpha and Omega’ is uninspired tale of puppy love

Despite solid voiceover cast, “Alpha and Omega” has no qualities that distinguish it from a straight-to-video production.

By Nick Spake | September 16, 2010

Farce Side hosts first sketch comedy of Fall 2010 semester

The ASU sketch comedy group Farce Side hosted their first show of the semester on Sept. 10.

By Allyson Berger and Clayton Porter | September 15, 2010

Q&A with 'Buried' screenwriter Chris Sparling

The State Press spoke with Chris Sparling, screenwriter of “Buried,” an upcoming thriller staring Ryan Reynolds.

By Nick Spake | September 14, 2010

Local band brings new style of music to Tempe

New underground hip-hop band, MIC Control, offers new sound to Valley listeners.

By Alicia Diaz | September 14, 2010

Student Gourmet: watermelon and feta salad

Student chef Liz prepares a tasty watermelon and feta salad, an easy-to-prepare meal in the dorms and for the battle against the Freshman 15.

By Clayton Porter | September 13, 2010

Q&A with Scottsdale Film Festival director Amy Ettinger

The State Press spoke with Amy Ettinger, director of the 10th Annual Scottsdale International Film Festival. The festival will screen 27 films, including five Oscar contenders from the 2010 award season.

By Nick Spake | September 13, 2010

Campus Review: Going the Distance

SPTV film critics Brittney Wacholz and Cory Charlton sit down to discuss their thoughts on the recent release Going the Distance.

By sptvweb | September 12, 2010

Valley native Emma Stone making steps in acting career

The State Press talks with Valley native Emma Stone, star of the upcoming movie “Easy A.”

By Nick Spake | September 9, 2010

Director of ‘The Tillman Story’ discusses documentary

Director of “The Tillman Story” aims to enlighten public on controversial story with documentary

By Preston Carter Melbourne-Weaver | September 8, 2010

Q&A with Preston Truman Boyd from ‘Young Frankenstein’

Q&A with Preston Truman Boyd, touring cast member of “Young Frankenstein.” He will be playing the role of the Monster.

By Megan Mattox | September 7, 2010

Supporting cast ‘goes the distance’ in Burstein film

When the least exciting part of a film is the plot and lead actors, does that mean it’s a bad film?

By Preston Carter Melbourne-Weaver | September 3, 2010

GOING 'NATIVE': Band Local Natives released its debut album "Gorilla Manor" this year, and, after having played several festivals, will start their coast to coast tour in September. (Photo Courtesy of Kyle Johnson)

Q&A with Matt Frazier of Local Natives

The melodic SoCal singers Local Natives have brought their A-game this year with the release of their debut album “Gorilla Manor.”

By Lenni Rosenblum | September 1, 2010

Post prison, rapper T.I. plans to shift career toward acting

On the brink of releasing his seventh album and the opening of his new movie, rapper T.I. focuses on a future that includes a focus on films.

By Dante Graves | August 25, 2010

ASU PAB’s Last Comic Standing

ASU Programming and Activities Board hosts Last Comic Standing for A-Week.

By Allyson Berger and Clayton Porter | August 25, 2010

'The Switch' wins viewers over with charm, warmth

“The Switch” is no less predictable than other recent romantic comedies.

By Nick Spake | August 23, 2010

Phoenix native Dierks Bentley welcomes packed arena

Old and new favorites were played by country and rap stars for the ASU Fall Welcome Concert crowd.

By Lauren Jordan | August 23, 2010

VOTING CONCERNS: Chances are these poll boxes at the ASU polling location in Palo Verde West Residence Hall will remain empty. Workers say they only have had 15 voters in three weeks. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

PAB kicks off Battle of the Bands

ASU's Programming and Activities Board hosts the 2010 Battle of the Bands for A-Week.

By Allyson Berger and Clayton Porter | August 22, 2010

TV makes up for lack-luster summer movies

Summer movies fell flat this year, but it wasn’t all bad. The couch was the place to be. From the World Cup, to network television to cable, what the silver screen lacked, the flat screen made up for.

By Preston Carter Melbourne-Weaver | August 22, 2010

‘Welcome Fire’ bears heart, soul

Breakout band Keeping Riley’s “Welcome Fire” might be one of the best indie albums of the year so far.

By Lenni Rosenblum | August 22, 2010

'The Other Guys' offers funniest moments of year in buddy cop movie

"The Other Guys” is a buddy cop comedy that works due to the chemistry of its leads and some hilariously written dialogue.

By Nick Spake | August 22, 2010

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