Entertainment Archive

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    The Room: A Film of Epic Proportions

    No matter your personal perspective, it is obvious that the acting, scripting, and music are all terrible. However, literally no other movie has ever been produced in over a century of cinema history that comes within miles of The Room’s romantic intensity and comedic ingenuity.

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    The Devil’s Loose in Salem

    Last Thursday, the Albany High School Theater Ensemble opened its 2010-11 season with the fall production of Arthur Miller’s The Crucible. This allegorical play, set in 17th century pilgrim-era New England, explores the phenomena around the Salem witch trials and ties it in with 20th...

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    Celts to Candy Consumers: a tale of Halloween

    As we all know, Halloween will soon be upon us. It is a night when children binge on candy, people host costume parties, and carved pumpkins decorate porches. But where does all this come from?

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    Little Star Pizza: The Eighth Wonder of the World

    One hasn’t lived until one has tried at least a slice of this quaint pizza parlor’s gift to the world.

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  • Still the biggest draw of the year

    Pokémon: Alive and Kicking

    On March 14, 2010, Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver were released in the United States. They quickly became two of the best-selling video games of 2010.

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    Robin Hood Review

    If you are a fan of Russell Crowe or have ever wondered where Robin Hood came from, this movie is a must-see. Otherwise, the bland plotline, Old English accents, spotty French, and tantrum-throwing King John might do you in. Oh wait! If you have a...

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  • Iron Man 2

    Review: Iron Man 2

    While there are those who claim Iron Man 2 and its predecessor are “typical superhero movies,” there’s more than one reason they are blockbusters. For the few who need an extra push to indulge in playboy-genius-hero-thrillers, here it is: Iron Man 2 blasts back into...

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    AHS at Essentially Ellington

    This week, the Albany High School Jazz Band is heading to New York City to participate in the Essentially Ellington High School Festival. This event is highly prestigious, and only 15 High School Bands in the country are selected to attend. After working extremely hard...

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  • Jaicko to Perform at AHS

    Jaicko to Perform at AHS

    “Then I peep to little miss muffin, fresh out the oven Can I take a bite? ‘cause you look so scrumptious Voluptuous, I’m lovin’ it Now you’ve got me singin’, ‘Oh yeah!’” Albany students have been constantly singing these lyrics in anticipation of Jaicko’s upcoming...

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  • The Princess and the Frog – Review

    The Princess and the Frog – Review

    The Shattuck Cinema’s showing of the new Disney movie, The Princess and the Frog, was far from crowded. In fact, the theater held about 25 people, the majority of them over the age of 12. As the movie began, six high school girls sat in...

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  • Where the Wild Things Are – Review

    Where the Wild Things Are – Review

    “Where the Wild Things Are” is the story of Max, a young insecure boy who cannot understand or control his wild emotions. He is impulsive, and when he feels neglected by his sister he dumps snow in her room; when he feels jealous of his...

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  • Madrigal Delights: Knight, Knight, Knights

    Madrigal Delights: Knight, Knight, Knights

    On December 4th and 5th, Friday and Saturday knight, over three hundred guests were swept away on a short excursion back to Renaissance culture. This yearly celebration of music and food was hosted by the Albany High Choral Department. As with previous years, revelers dined...

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