Nick Coury Tragic accidents often leave people without hope for the future, but in the case of Mark Zupan, he would not trade being a quadriplegic for his old life. On Feb. 2, ASI Events hosted the showing of the…
Screening of Oscar nominated film today
Justin Fivella The star of the Oscar nominated documentary “Murderball” and captain of the U.S. quadriplegic rugby team, Mark Zupan will speak tonight after a free screening in the Chumash Auditorium. Doors open for the free show at 7:30 p.m.…
2006's Most Anticipated Movies
The witty green ogre with cohorts Donkey, Puss in Boots and the rest of the gang will all make a return to the big screen for “Shrek 3.” One of the most memorable series ever made by Pixar will aim…
Showtime on the Central Coast
Dan Watson For many years, life has talked to Paul Lichtman. Life told him to put the law book down. It told him to get fired. It mistakenly made him an actor, even without any prior experience. And it led…
Student filmmakers explore the gray area in 'butterflywheel'
Ryan Chartrand Cal Poly’s film students are at it again, this time advocating the need for a film major after the screening of the new artistic film, “the butterflywheel.” The film will premiere Dec. 5, from 7 to 8 p.m.…
Five fun flicks for the holidays
Tonya Strickland With three weeks off for winter break, students could go crazy with screaming little cousins and homemade sweaters or knitted gifts. Luckily these five holiday films can be found at the corner rental store or quite possibly on…
'Kiss' and tell: director talks about latest film
Setting the bar for noir films, “Kiss Kiss, Bang Bang,” starring Robert Downey Jr., Val Kilmer and Michelle Monaghan brings something to look forward to in theaters this month. With toxic pulp humor, the movie, directed by Shane Black (screenwriter…
Christmas comes early to the Palm
Emily Logan Tonight the Palm Theatre will hold a premiere screening of “Christmas in the Clouds,” a romantic comedy set in Indian Country. The screening will be a fundraiser for the San Luis Obispo International Film Festival. A wine reception…
Leaving it to chance in Chicago
Bernard Badion did almost everything to make sure his recent film was a success, but the one thing he didn’t do was “Leave it to Chance.” “Leave it to Chance,” a romantic film written, directed and produced by Cal Poly…
New DVD 'giggety giggety' good
Joe Sargent Incest, racism, fart jokes and the story of a 4-year-old boy finding himself – a storyline that can only be found in “Family Guy.” Tuesday, Sept. 27, marked the release of “Family Guy Presents: Stewie Griffin the Untold…
Spin on classic proves frightful
Karen Velie Karen Velie mustang daily Finally, a horror movie that’s not overloaded with gore. Though truly frightening, “The Exorcism of Emily Rose” provokes viewers into scaring themselves. This low budget film, directed by Scott Derrickson, is surprisingly light…