Arts
“The Summit:” Adventure, death, jaw-dropping cinematography
October 9, 2013The Summit provokes many questions, but should appeal to aficionados of adventure (in particular mountaineering).
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Finding her authentic voice
October 9, 2013Several stories reflect te author's gnawing awareness of severe class and ethnic disparities in her adopted land.
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Replaying Zelda from a progressive perspective
October 8, 2013This year marks the 15th anniversary of the release of "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time," frequently lauded as the greatest video game ever.
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New movies: thrillers, farmers, communists and Armstrong’s lie
October 7, 2013Prisoners is a thriller allegory about U.S. foreign policy featuring a dream cast including Hugh Jackman, Terrence Howard, and Melissa Leo.
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Artist, teacher, Chicano activist, Jose Montoya made history
October 7, 2013Much-beloved California artist, teacher, and former poet laureate of Sacramento, Jose Montoya died Sept. 25 at the age of 81.
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