Archive for February, 2010

'Whip It,' a movie concerning girls' roller derby, is a sort of lightweight teen outsider comedy mixed with sports film. It's about exactly what you would imagine: light as a feather, shallow as a puddle, and relatively entertaining nonetheless. »

Christopher Null is a writer by profession and -- lucky for fans of strong drink -- by passion as well. Among many other ventures, he's the founder of Drinkhacker, an entertaining and valuable resource for fans of wine and spirits. He took the time for a quick chat with OO. »

As we're not in our 20s anymore, our most recent mind-bending experience was rather age-appropriate: miracle fruit tablets. Up for a little "flavor-tripping?" We tried it so you don't have to. (But you should) »

They overcame disease, the deaths of loved ones, and shattered families to make it to 'American Idol'. Ryan Seacrest warned he Hollywood round would be the toughest week of their lives. A bit presumptuous considering all their real-life gloom and doom, no? »

Our Featured Artist section roars back with these AMAZING images from Papua, Indonesia by photographer Kelley Siebenaler. »

If there's any noticeable difference between Burger King's version of Seattle's Best and the BK Joe product, it will be a negligible one. What Burger King is doing, in coffee quality terms, is changing the window dressing. »

The latest Hollywood re-make in the theaters is the new Benicio Del Toro-vehicle 'The Wolfman.' Even as it represents the further cynical rehashing by Hollywood of its own creative high points, it pays some homage to the original. »

Our special Valentine's Day tale for YOU. Not so long ago, just weeks after a break up, a young lady attends a singles mixer on Valentine's Day. Sadness Central. »

He told me: “I went to the cardiologist and he said my heart has a clogged artery. I need to have surgery to open it.” It's a situation that's hardly rare. Only today, President Clinton had a stent procedure. But this was my pops. And yours could be next. »

Harry Potter is a wonderful series that will stand the test of time. But the kids that read 'Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone' back in 1997 are certainly ready for rated R, if not NC-17. Here are three suggestions for slightly more adult fare that fit the spirit of that cherished series. »