The exhibit is actually split in two with one here and the other at MOCA. The Hammer showcases all of the earlier artists, who were really influential and groundbreaking. My personal favorite is Frank King, whose Gasoline Alley strips were simple yet somewhat surreal. Alley also has fantastic use of color and innocent storylines about imagination. And of course, Charles Schulz is always a favorite. I took the time to read all of his displayed pieces but mostly skimmed the others’ work.
(M) Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (2005) Grade: B
When I was a child reading this series, the Christian themes were not even a consideration. Viewing this film now, the religious aspects are so overt, one might be a bit thick (or too young) to miss them. As a film, it is a fairly standard piece of work: good versus evil, good prevails despite all odds, warm and fuzzy ending. Disney did follow the book closely, which is a relief.
(B) Sex, Drugs and Cocoa Puffs (Chuck Klosterman) Grade: B
I admit it. Sometimes I buy books based on their title (i.e. How to Lose Friends and Alienate People). I think this is slightly better than judging a book by its cover but slightly worse than actually knowing what the book is about. For the most part, Sex, Drugs is funny--its pop culture wrapped up in a sociological context (to make you feel smart). But those chapters in which Chuck writes about sports were a bore (for me).
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Yep, the book is somewhat entertaining. You could borrow it if you like.
Never read Bee Season.
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