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Entertainment Technique • Freshman Issue 2009

Photo by Michael James/Student Publications 2 • August 14, 2009 • Technique ENTERTAINMENT Theme Crossword: Queen for a Day By Robert Zimmerman United Features Syndicate 48. Teen woe 77. High degrees 49. Aquarium fish 78. Asner et al. ACROSS 50. Make amends 79. Elizabeth I in 2000 TV 1. Diner 51. Mere’s infant film 5. Racetrack posting 52. Way prefix 81. T-bone, perhaps 9. - B’rith 53. “Pretty Baby” director 82. U.N. food agcy. 13. Strategies (1978) 83. Some are striped 18. Paint crudely 54. Top boss, vaguely 84. 29 Down, condensed 19. Thumbs-down votes 55. Shady spot 85. Nebraska river 20. Rack companion 56. ORD posting 86. Bluegills, e.g. 21. Laundry helper 57. Gob’s greeting 88. Recruit routine 22. Elizabeth I in 1912 film 58. Water nymph 90. Mauna - 25. Heard from kittens 59. Like a fox 91. Danson or Williams 26. Pine for 60. Dr. Salk 92. German pronoun 27. A Ford 62. State flower of Indiana 93. Speak at length 28. Favorite 63. Sorority letter 94. Role for Jay Silverheels 29. Actress Ryan 64. Gucci, e.g. 96. Rudy of “Stein Song” fame 32. Serpentine curve 65. French market town 99. Elizabeth I in 1968 TV 33. Yarns 66. Agua holder play 34. Businessman’s pet? 67. Oddball 104. Sounds from the nest 38. Refer to, indirectly 70. Gemstone surface 105. Irish Rose’s husband 40. Radial 71. Sir Georg, the conductor 106. Brainstorm in Bayonne 41. Show the door 72. Plumber’s helper 107. Myths, perhaps 42. Miss MacGraw 73. Computer’s heart 108. Melon leftovers 43. Eats sparingly 74. Really dark 109. Wife of Osiris 44. Elizabeth I in 1955 film 75. Sign of fire 110. Songstress Vikki 47. NFL data 76. Actor Chase 111. Stringed plaything

DOWN tion? 34. Prompting an actor 1. LP successors 14. Reluctant 35. Elizabeth I in 1998 film 2. Top bond rating 15. Yoko 36. Kind of network 55. Pond growth 71. Big hit 3. Pelt 90. Independent person 16. Wood for archery bows 37. More prudent 58. Like some pronouns 72. Sandbar 4. Auction site 93. Resort near Santa Barbara, 17. AARP mbrs. 39. Shoshonean language 59. Sleek 75. Hidden supplies? 5. Diamond location? Calif. 21. Stalemate 40. TV abroad 61. Toe the line 76. Alpine retreat 6. Active folks 94. Invitation to applause 23. Pays attention 41. Egg-shaped 62. Lively dance 77. Potluck grp. 7. “Middle Age Crazy” star 95. De Gaulle alternative 24. Providing abundant nour- 44. Neckties, of sorts 63. Captive worker 80. Friendly relations 8. ID number 96. TV adjunct ishment 45. Audacious 64. Four-wheeled carriage 81. Candidate list 9. Ben of the Post 97. Yellowfin 29. Marie Curie, formally 46. Cornered 65. Times of prosperity 83. Bodybuilder’s display 10. ER figure 98. Actor Cariou 30. Provoke, as a response 49. Taj - 66. Early afternoon 85. Think over 11. Helpers 100. -, haec, hoc 31. Elizabeth I in 1971 TV 51. Fedora feature 68. Modernize 87. Smoothed the nails 12. Crossing borders: abbr. 101. Michigan’s - Locks miniseries 53. “Olympia” painter 69. Like some elephants 88. Trounces 13. Expert in mass produc- 102. “Kid” of jazz 33. Deed 54. New Zealander 70. Medieval land titles 89. Spokes 103. Classical lead-in ENTERTAINMENT Technique • August 14, 2009 • 3

Latest installmentthe second consecutive bewitches Harry Pot- delicate emotionalism fans and have ter move that Yates has directed, awkwardly overacted in scenes and one can see he’s matured his requiring no finesse. But finally vision, which makes for a better in this movie, Gambon’s Dumb- experience all the way around. ledore provides a little more of Of course, singing the praises the twinkling eye so necessary for of Yates is only one part of the the character’s effectiveness and a chorus. Steven Kloves’ screenplay little less of the maniacal side that is no shoddy work. His ability detracted so much. to weave dialogue that is a fit for Watson has just calmed down the characters and sounds natural in general, allowing the audience coming from the actors is unques- to realize just why Harry and Ron tioned. He was spot on in finding keep her around. She has some the inner thread of the novel, and right nice moments interspersed despite some of the darker themes in the film. But the real star of the and happenings in Rowling’s sixth cast is Tom Felton as Draco Mal- novel, there is lightheartedness foy. He gets much more screen and humor to spare. time in this movie than in what The new cast recruits do an ex- seems like the others combined, cellent job of keeping the acting and he does not disappoint. He bar high. Jim Broadbent as Hor- does a magnificent job of portray- ace Slughorn, the newest Potions ing a boy on the cusp of manhood professor, steals every scene in in an untenable situation. Even which he appears. His portrayal is though he plays a larger role as an eerily perfect, and the Felix Felicis antagonist in the story, the audi- scene is absolutely the funniest in ence can’t help but ache for his the movie. plight. Image courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures The introduction of Cormac You should be forewarned that McLaggen as a potential love the foibles of the book are not interest of Hermione’s provides made any better by the movie. The FILM new potions professor who seems This is a feat easily accom- comic relief. Be sure to pay at- serious lack of plot-driving action Harry Potter and the Half- much more interested in col- plished in Half-Blood Prince most- tention during the Christmas in the outside world and the rather lecting students than in teach- ly due to David Yates’ cinematic fête. And Jessie Cave as Lavender large amount of back-story in this Blood Prince ing them and the Half-Blood style and intelligence dealing with Brown must have been born for book is necessary for Rowling’s STARRING: , Prince—a curious book defacer walking the narrow line between this part. Words cannot express tale to come to a tidy end in the and Rupert who seems to know more than alienating fans and pulling in how incredibly perfect she is in seventh book. Yates’s Half-Blood Grint Libatius Borage does in the pages the audience that hasn’t read the this role. Prince reflects this, and even of Advanced Potion Making—life books. Of course, the old standards leaves out quite a bit of back-story DIRECTOR: David Yates is quite hectic. And that doesn’t Yates has an intuitive under- do quite well themselves. Dan that Dumbledore imparts to Har- RATING: PG even begin to cover the mounting standing of what in the books Radcliffe and (as ry. Strangely what he leaves out tensions in the as must stay unchanged and what in Harry Potter and , in terms of action, he more than RELEASED: July 15, 2009 Lord Voldemort steps up attacks the storyline can be finagled to fit respectively) continue their his- makes up for in sexual tension. It OUR TAKE: ««««« on the magical and muggle com- flawlessly into the larger picture. tory of excellent performances, was a bit much, but provided for munities alike. He acknowledges his time limi- as does Maggie Smith (as Profes- some comic relief. For having such richly crafted tations, and instead of trying to sor McGonagall). Unfortunately, But don’t let that keep you By Alexandria Stephenson source material, the movie adapta- minimize the damage caused by Michael Gambon as Headmaster from going; it’s definitely worth Contributing Writer tions so far have been anemic both condensing 169 thousand words Dumbledore and Emma Watson the price of the ticket. The various in terms of cinematic quality and into 153 minutes, he embraces the as Hermione Granger have for elements come together to make a It’s Harry Potter’s sixth year at fidelity to the series, but I finally changes he can make in the name quite some time left something fantastic movie that has you leav- Hogwarts School of Witchcraft learned with the last one to ignore of continuity, thus bringing forth to be desired in their perfor- ing the theater impatiently wait- and Wizardry, and between jug- everything that was left out and a better end product visually. Most mances. They’ve each alternately ing for the next one to come out gling a Quidditch captaincy, a focus on the good. importantly, Half-Blood Prince is been wooden in scenes calling for in November 2010. reveals the dark side of Apatow comedy FILM the main themes of the film is the film where Simmons seem- validates the realism of the char- Also, the story meanders as coming to grips with death, and ingly turns into a jerk at the drop acters. though it can’t decide where it Funny People Funny People often takes a very of a hat, but he is really just a man Of course, the film is not with- wants to go, especially during the GENRE: Comedy, Drama serious tone. This is not a bad fighting a disease and struggling out its problems. The main issue second half. This is actually ex- thing by any means. It is actu- with the idea of dying alone. plaguing Funny People is its run- tremely fitting for the characters STARRING: , ally refreshing to see how honest is in top form as time. Clocking in at almost 2.5 involved, but it makes for some- Leslie Mann and Seth Rogen and non-glazed over the issue is. well. Wright is an ambitious guy hours, Funny People is a marathon what of an awkward and slow DIRECTOR: While many comedies might use with great ideas, but he lacks the of a movie, especially by comedy viewing experience. death as a way of shaping the plot knowhow. His conversations with standards. Though The 40-Year- Taken for what it is, Funny RATING: R and keeping the story moving, his more successful comedian Old Virgin and also People is quite good. Though it RELEASED: July 31, 2009 Apatow, being both an excellent roommates and his later dealings had substantial runtimes, those suffers from its length, it contains writer and director, uses it instead with the erratic superstar make for films were more focused on stick- arguably Apatow’s most fleshed- OUR TAKE: ««««« to shape the characters. a character that is both genuine ing to a story. Funny People, on the out characters to date and focuses Adam Sandler plays George and interesting to watch. other hand, doesn’t mind letting on interesting and mature themes By Danny Spiller Simmons, the ill-fated superstar. Leslie Mann plays Laura, Sim- you watch these characters even like growing up and eventually Senior Staff Writer Simmons (basically an alternate mons’ love interest. As always, when nothing particularly inter- dying. As long as you’re not ex- version of Sandler) is the star of Mann is a delight to watch, and esting is happening, making the pecting a gut-buster, Funny People I would imagine a lot of peo- goofy, lowbrow comedies that she becomes a key part to the sec- movie feel overly long at times. is well worth your time. ple are going to leave the theater require him to make silly voices. ond half of the movie. scratching their heads after seeing Seth Rogen plays Ira Wright, a The real star, though, is Apa- Judd Apatow’s latest film, Funny young comedian struggling to tow. Just as with The 40-Year- People. The trailers led us to be- find his voice. The two happen to Old Virgin and Knocked Up, his lieve it was going to be a funny meet one night at a comedy club screenplay and direction have cre- and heartwarming tale about a when Simmons, after learning of ated characters that are very real. mega-famous comedian/star (now his rare disease, decides to per- They’re cranky, tired, ambitious, doomed with a terminal illness) form on a whim. His set barely friendly, lonely, horny and spite- who tries to reconnect with people gets a laugh, and Wright decides ful. And are they funny? Actually, by helping out a young comedian to turn his set into one that com- they are. Even after all the serious- and trying to rekindle an old rela- ments on Simmons’. Simmons is ness, Funny People is funny. Not tionship. both perturbed and impressed always in a “funny ha ha” way, but The main thing audiences with Wright, and soon after asks also in a “funny sad” way, and a won’t expect is how heavy it is. Wright to be his assistant. “funny-because-it’s-so-true” way. Any synopsis, trailer or TV spot From here, the plot is basically Apatow has also done a great can tell you the main plot of the set, and the rest of the film be- job of instilling a sense of nos- film, but you’re probably heading comes multiple character studies. talgia and what it means to grow to the theater in hopes of laugh- Sandler does an excellent job por- older. Old footage of Sandler and ing. traying the very flawed Simmons. Mann gives Funny People an extra Image courtesy of Universal Pictures It’s easy to forget that one of There were multiple times during feeling of authenticity and further 4 • August 14, 2009 • Technique ENTERTAINMENT ww Great College isn’t By Patrick Hodges just studying Contributing Writer Especially in Atlanta hether you’re fresh out of the nest or a returning Te- Wchie, we are here to remind you not to let yourself get consumed in the hustle and bustle of life as a college

student. College in Atlanta is a unique experience; there is 2007 The ShinsStudent @ Publications Gwinnett always something to do and places to go. We have put to- gether the best of the best and picked out the most popular Photo by Colin Ake/ restaurants, music venues and entertainment that Atlanta Photo by Ayan Kishore/

has to offer us as students. So as you are getting to know Student Publications our great city or reacquainting yourself with it, keep these places in mind and embrace the good times!

By Yameen Huq Contributing Writer

Good Food1. Tech Square Down Time Tech Square is a convenient place to fuel up between classes. The restaurants here are most familiar to stu- dents, capable of satisfying the pickiest glutton. One in the mood for something American and familiar can head to Ribs and Blues or Ray’s Pizza, both providing staple comforts rang- ing from Ray’s New York-style pizzas to the southern-style barbecue grub found in Blues. Moe’s SW Grill in Tech Square The more frugal student can find even faster relief in the Southwestern food of Moe’s. And when the dining hall’s imitation of Asian cuisines doesn’t quite cut it, the Tin Drum can provide temporary relief in its Asian-American fusion foods.

2. Junior’s Grill

The res- taurant gem found on campus is Ju- nior’s Grill. Located behind the football stadium near the Student Success Center, this classy little diner is a nice counterpoint to the nearby dining hall with its friendly, charming staff and delicious food. The restaurant survives both lunch and breakfast (it is consistently praised in both) but closes before evening. The food remains in the fast food hemi- sphere but is a cut above the rest. The breakfast has received particular praise. “I like Junior’s. The guys are really friendly and the chicken tenders are amazing,” said Graham McAdory, a 2nd-year BME major.

3. The Varsity The crisp taste of wings drenched in a saturated sauce from Wingnuts may be hard to beat at night, but Tech’s famous Junior’s Grill it pales in comparison to the cultural power of The Varsity. A symbol of Southern soul cooking Student Publications

and human gluttony, the Varsity’s spirit-satisfying fast foods is perfect for a true experience of Photos by Michael James/ Southern indulgence.

4. Campusfoods.org The Varsity @ North & Spring

This website is a simple, easy-to-use interface that allows students to order food with the same instrument they use for homework. It features a vast number of restaurants in its listing which includes some that aren’t normally reachable on foot, such as the Chinese restaurant Lucky Buddha and fast food joints like Burger Joy. It provides much needed relief during Dead Week as well as any other stressful, busy time of the year (which can often be all the time). ENTERTAINMENT Technique • August 14, 2009 • 5 ww 1. The Tabernacle Music The Tabernacle is nowt your average music venue, but over the past fifteen years it has become one of the most popular venues in Atlanta. Located in a former church, the venue features two balconies of seating while the main floor remains standing room only. The Tabernacle has featured many large acts and tends to only have artists with a larger following. In the next few months they will feature such artists as Asher Roth, Kid Cudi, Mos Def, Mute Math and Snow Pa- trol. Luckily for students who are without vehicles, The Tabernacle is easily accessible using MARTA. 2. The Masquerade T h e Masquerade is both a large night- club and music venue featuring multiple stages at a former mill. The inside consists of three areas called Heaven, Hell and Purgatory, all of which can host separate acts.

Student Publications Most of the larger acts will play upstairs in Heaven while small or local acts will play in one of the smaller rooms. The outdoor stage behind the building tends to only be used for larger The Ting Tings @ Variety acts. The Masquerade is one of the better venues at booking local talent as well as large acts.

Photo by Eric Turner/ Despite being such a large venue, it is somewhat rare to see acts at The Masquerade that won’t fall somewhere under the term of rock.

3. Variety Playhouse Variety 2007 The ShinsStudent @ Publications Gwinnett Playhouse is a medium-sized venue located in Little Five Points. The former theater has a lot of history and manages to attract many big and small names alike. Inside there is a mixture Photo by Colin Ake/ of theater style seating, tables with chairs and open floor space for standing room. They offer The Tabernacle 2005 a large variety of acts of all genres. Of course, this also means it is unlikely that the Variety Photo by Ayan Kishore/ Playhouse will be a place you attend shows regularly, but don’t be surprised if you hear your favorite band is playing there. Student Publications 4. CW Midtown Music Complex

If you like live music and you live in Atlanta, you will likely be tempted by at least one show play- ing at the CW Midtown Music Complex in the next few months. Most people know of the venue by the names of its different stages: The Loft, Center Stage and The Vinyl. The Vinyl is the smallest and is located in a bar setting that is perfect for smaller acts. The Loft is a mid-sized venue that has catered well to many artists who are just growing in popularity or larger artists who want a more intimate show. Center Stage is the largest of the three stages offering plenty of space for larger acts.

Down Time By Kenny Phillips Senior Staff Writer

1. Atlantic Station Possibly the site most students have become accustomed to for their dining and entertainment needs, At- lantic Station is conveniently located directly north of campus. One needs only follow State Street from the Howey-Physics Building to arrive at this most decadent of shopping centers. Yes, for those of you seeking the excitement of a mall, Atlantic Station will provide a quick fix with high-end stores and restaurants. It’s enjoyable for its outdoor atmosphere.

2. Midtown Art Cinema This cin- ema is a bit more pandering to the needs of the market. Midtown Art Cinema may be a bit out of the way as it sits just fourteen blocks up 8th Street past Boulevard Drive (a good hour CMF @ Ferst Center and one half’s walk from the east-side of campus). However, this theater may be the only place for some releases, not to mention it is quite a nice little theater. It has a historic atmosphere Shopping in Atlantic Station built up with the posters of bygone favorite films such as Amelie, 2001: A Space Odyssey and A Student Publications Photo by Julia Bunch/ Clockwork Orange. The actual quality of the theater seats is lacking.

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Student Publications 3. Fox Theater The Fox Theater has been a fixture of Atlanta since the 20s. It is a fabulous place and carries Broadway right to the heart of Atlanta. One of the wonderful qualities about the Fox is that it is so close to campus. Just blocks from campus, the walk is a small price to pay to see a great musical, ballet, comedian or movie in a building of beautifully aesthetic architecture. The large price of one of these grand evenings will be the ticket price, which is usually around fifty to sixty dollars for seats.

4. Ferst Center for the Arts

Placed at the center of campus, the Ferst Center for the Arts sus- tains a central flow of entertainment for the currently enrolled academic parties. Indeed, the Ferst Center constantly allows the students to get a glimpse of the world. It is a marvelous location. The seats are comfortable and many, everyone has a perfect view of the stage and it is great for presentation. Also, Tech’s own theater house, DramaTech, is located behind on the right side of the Ferst Center. 6 • August 14, 2009 • Technique COMICS

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