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"Monster's University" yields laughs, not screams
By Abir Muhuri | July 30, 2013, 5:51 p.m. | In Movies »
Get ready to enroll with Mike and Sulley at "Monster's University."
"Man of Steel": A "Super" Start
By Abel Chanyalew | July 25, 2013, 5:12 p.m. | In Movies »
With "Man of Steel", director Zack Snyder ("300", "Watchmen") and DC Comics attempt to revive the crown jewel of the DC Universe and Earth's greatest hero: Superman.
Contest of the creamy
By Urvi Banerjee | July 1, 2013, 5:10 p.m. | In Restaurant Reviews »
The burning heat typical of Maryland summers has finally arrived and sometimes keeping cool with the creamy classic is the best—not to mention the tastiest—option. Luckily, SCO is here to review the best destinations to satisfy your sweet tooth.
No Thumbs Up for "White House Down"
By Martha Morganstein | June 29, 2013, 3:55 p.m. | In Movies »
After directing the movies "Independence Day" and "2012," director Roland Emmerich is back with his newest action packed movie. For action lovers, "White House Down" guarantees entertainment and summer fun regardless of the movie's numerous flaws. Following "Olympus has Fallen," it is the second movie of the year that centers on a takeover of the White House.
"World War Z:" a New Type of War
By Rohan Oprisko | June 23, 2013, midnight | In Movies »
Despite the previews demonstrating only signs of mass violence and destruction, the $200 million dollar apocalyptic blockbuster "World War Z" is not only action-packed but also touches base with many current issues such as global warming, the spreading of diseases and geopolitical conflicts. Similar to other popular zombie flicks, the film focuses on society's struggle to stay alive and the steps that are taken to ensure the survival of humankind. However, unlike other common blockbusters, there were not a force of evil or grand battles to end the film, just a general problem and a search for a solution.
No Ordinary "Internship"
By Zoe Johnson | June 12, 2013, 2:13 p.m. | In Movies »
In "The Internship," the reality of unemployment and the need for a happy ending that could only happen in the movies collide when two jobless salesmen find themselves lacking skills that can help them in the digital age.
Couch Potato: The "Cat" listener
By Lily Gates | May 21, 2013, 9:54 p.m. | In Television »
Although, Animal Planet's "My Cat From Hell" may sound like a cat-astrophy, it's surprisingly good and addicting.
Couch Potato: Is there anything new on TV?
By Temi Ibirogba | May 7, 2013, 5:46 p.m. | In Television »
The answer to that question is no. Imagine finishing all your homework before 10 p.m. on Thursday night so you can watch "Scandal.” You're eagerly waiting in front of the TV tuned to ABC and instead of Kerry Washington and Tony Goldwyn's affair; you see a rerun of a show you have never heard of.
"Oblivion" fails to obliterate
By Jack Estrin | April 28, 2013, 4:25 a.m. | In Movies »
"Tron: Legacy" director Joseph Kosinski is back with another sci-fi film, but unfortunately the product is abysmal and mediocre. Although the film has ample star power with versatile actors such as Morgan Freeman and Tom Cruise, Oblivion simply lacks any kind of "wow" factor.
Couch Potato: Onward with "Awkward"
By Melissa Arias | April 23, 2013, 10:57 p.m. | In Television »
"Awkward" is back! And …there's a pregnancy? But wait, let's rewind.
The Blair Boogie: Local concerts this spring and summer
By Caroline Gabriel | April 19, 2013, 1:02 p.m. | In Music »
These are all popular artists whose concerts are sure to put you in a better mood. Whether you like the music or you do not know the musicians too well, the concert atmosphere is sure to put you in a good frame of mind. Keep reading if you are interested in attending shows at Merriweather Post Pavilion, the Verizon Center or Jiffy Lube Live.
Couch Potato: this "Shooting Star" is worth the watch
By Urvi Banerjee | April 16, 2013, 8:38 p.m. | In Television »
When last Thursday's episode "Shooting Star" featured a school shooting, there was predictably an enormous amount of uproar that was only magnified by the still-fresh memory of the tragic elementary school shooting in Newtown, Conn.
The Blair Boogie: The phases of Timberlake
By Melissa Arias | April 12, 2013, 2:30 p.m. | In Music »
Justin Timberlake has had quite a journey through the music business. From boy band to pop legend, Timberlake has a signature style and has made a name for himself with his 90's steeze.
The Blair Boogie: Dido's comeback
By Urvi Banerjee | April 5, 2013, 1:41 p.m. | In Music »
Step aside, pop singers. Renowned English singer-songwriter Dido Armstrong, also known simply as Dido, is back in the music scene and this time is tackling a brand new direction—electronic music.
Couch Potato: Celebrity diving makes a "Splash"
By Lily Gates | March 26, 2013, 10:09 p.m. | In Television »
Celebrities trade in the high-life for the high-dive as they compete in the new ABC reality show "Splash." It already sounds like a hot mess, which in 21st century television may just qualify for a hit.
Couch Potato: Beginnings and endings
By Saaraa Farooq | March 19, 2013, 10:11 p.m. | In Television »
Been waiting for your favorite TV shows to come back from their hiatus? Have you been dying to know what's going to happen during the finale of your favorite show? Well, you've waited long enough; SCO's here to fill you in on the shows you just can't miss.
"Oz" never ceases to amaze
By Lily Gates | March 12, 2013, 8:54 p.m. | In Movies »
Prepare to be transported to Oz once again, but don't be surprised if the Merry Old Land of Oz isn't as merry as you once remembered. The journey along the Yellow Brick Road may seem much darker as director Sam Raimi's prequel "Oz the Great and Powerful" reveals the story of that man behind the curtain that we were instructed to pay no attention to in the original.
CouchPotato: 5 "Game of Thrones" highlights to usher in season 3
By Emma Yeager | March 12, 2013, 6:58 p.m. | In Television »
Fans of HBO's "Game of Thrones" have suffered a long winter since season two ended in June. The kind of long winter where you stumble around like a White Walker, wondering if you should attack a tribe of wildlings or if your HBO subscription is still worth it.
The Blair Boogie: Drake drops "5AM in Toronto," tries to follow up unbelievable 2012
By Langston Taylor | March 8, 2013, 7:47 p.m. | In Music »
Can Drake maintain the historic prominence and success he reached in 2012? Listen to the rapper's new single below.
Couch Potato: Whose line? It's about time!
By Hannah Lynn | March 5, 2013, 10:23 a.m. | In Television »
The year is 2006. Dedicated television viewers are devastated that both "Arrested Development" and "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" are coming to an end. If only we could send a letter back in time to these grief-ridden people and let them know that both of these shows will return in 2013.
The Blair Boogie: Overplaying songs ruins good music
By Melissa Arias, Caroline Gabriel | March 1, 2013, 12:58 p.m. | In Music »
Have you ever experienced loving a song for two hot seconds, until you hear it every time you turn on the radio? If the answer is yes (and it is), you have had something called an earworm.
Couch Potato: 90's shows are still quality TV
By Melissa Arias | Feb. 26, 2013, 11:15 p.m. | In Television »
Now, this is a story all about how TV shows got flipped-turned upside down. And I'd like to take a minute-- Just sit right there-- I'll tell you how I miss the prince of a town called Bel-Air.
"Dark Skies" for the horror genre
By Melissa Arias, Caroline Gabriel | Feb. 26, 2013, 12:08 a.m. | In Movies »
The creators of "Dark Skies" were most likely in the dark when directing this movie. The storyline was predictably unoriginal, the villainous creatures were underdeveloped and the actors were not believable. Overall, what could be taken from this "horror"ible excuse of a movie is that if you're experiencing random breaks in, being possessed, and getting random nosebleeds… it's probably aliens.
TechnoLogical: Sony plays it conservative with new Playstation
By Sam Lewando | Feb. 25, 2013, 5:21 p.m. | In Video Games »
Sony has come in second in announcing their new console (after Nintendo announced theirs last year), which will be released this holiday season, but how they will compete remains to be seen.
SCO picks the Oscars
By Richard Chen | Feb. 24, 2013, 2:33 p.m. | In Entertainment »
Tonight marks the 85th Academy Awards, recognizing the very best of film in 2012. Here is how I think the awards will play out.
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