Category Archives: Reviews & Commentary

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Dan Guzman @ Carbone’s

For the many who’ve asked about Dan Guzman’s performing, here’s an article about a recent gig complete with a pic of Dan about to twist some amp knobs.  Thanks to Ted Slowik, North Central College’s head PR guy, for sending me this piece, or … Continue reading →

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Fate and Style in The Godfather

The editing of Francis Ford Coppola’s The Godfather surprises most younger viewers.  Used to the furious cutting, slick transitions, and time manipulations of Slumdog Millionaire, Inception, Memento, and a host of other contemporary films, plus the jumpiness of animations, adventure … Continue reading →

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Bob Dylan’s newest medal

In May (2012) President Obama awarded The Medal of Freedom, our nation’s highest civilian honor, to Bob Dylan. It’s his third, big, White House decoration—President Clinton having named him a Kennedy Center Honoree, and, in 2010, Obama having awarded him the National Medal … Continue reading →

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