Email AuthorAmanda Kehrberg
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Q&A with the Filmmakers of Arizona Immigration Debate Documentary Two Americans
June 15, 2012 in Jackalope Ranch
Courtesy of Dan De Vivo and Valeria FernndezA police officer makes a traffic stop in the documentary Two Americans, which screens this Monday at Phoenix Center for the Arts.Sheriff Joe...
10 Good, Bad, and Downright Bizarre Casts that Almost Made it to the Big Screen
June 08, 2012 in Jackalope Ranch
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Watch the Prometheus Trailer Tribute Sensation from a Phoenix Film Fest Alum
June 06, 2012 in Jackalope Ranch
Travis BetzLook no further, Prometheus fans: We've got just what you need to make it through these last few nail-biting days 'til the Friday premiere of Ridley Scott's highly anticipated...
Compass Lounge: Happy Hour Report Card
June 05, 2012 in Chow Bella
Seven Casting Calls Worse Than Kristen Stewart as Snow White
May 31, 2012 in Jackalope Ranch
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Astor House: Happy Hour Report Card
May 29, 2012 in Chow Bella
The Rojo Mojo, only $12 a bottle during the 3 p.m. happy hour, is the best-selling red at Astor House.The Spot: Astor House, 2243 N. 12th St. 602-687-9775. facebook.com/astorhouse The Hours:...
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Cork: Happy Hour Report Card
May 22, 2012 in Chow Bella
This heaping platter of Crispy Onion Rings, served with a sweet housemade truffle ketchup, is just $5 during Cork's new happy hour.The Spot: Cork, 4991 S. Alma School Road, Suite...
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Seven Board Games We'd Like to See Made Into Movies
May 18, 2012 in Jackalope Ranch
It's both a popular board game and Rihanna's film debut: Battleship opens nationwide today.In an increasingly global entertainment market in which brand recognition is key, the adaptation is king. ...
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Locally Filmed Documentary Bullied to Silence is Triumphantly, Defiantly Loud
May 17, 2012 in Jackalope Ranch
Produced by Arizona filmmakers, the new anti-bullying documentary Bullied to Silence features interviews with many local students.Arizona filmmakers Susan Broude and Tami Pivnick set out with some heavy goals: to...
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Fired Up Grill: Happy Hour Report Card
May 15, 2012 in Chow Bella
The Hummus Trio ($4.50 at happy hour) at Fired Up Grill is a testament to the bistro's obsession with spice: Be prepared for the rich and smoky Chipotle hummus -...
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Chris Rock Shines in Talk Cinema Screening of 2 Days in New York
May 10, 2012 in Jackalope Ranch
Chris Rock's brilliant performance may just be the one thing that keeps you going in Julie Delpy's stumbling screwball comedy.There's a lot wrong with French star Julie Delpy's new indie...
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Mabel's on Main: Happy Hour Report Card
May 08, 2012 in Chow Bella
Spend an hour at Mabel's and you may just feel like a regular: It wasn't long before the bartender was bringing us generous samples of a tasty new cocktail recipe.The...
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Happy Hour Report Card: San Tan Brewing Company
May 01, 2012 in Chow Bella
Mr. Pineapple and Sex Panther: Tasty seasonal brews or Bond villain and seductress?The Spot: San Tan Brewing Company, 8 S. San Marcos Place, Chandler. 480-917-8700. www.santanbrewing.com Hours: 2 to 6 p.m....
The Pirates! Band of Misfits is a Swashbuckling Good Time...for the Kids
April 27, 2012 in Jackalope Ranch
AZ Filmmaker Lee Storey Scores Big Win for Documentary Industry in Tax Court Ruling
April 25, 2012 in Jackalope Ranch
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Copper Blues: Happy Hour Report Card
April 17, 2012 in Chow Bella
These Oven Baked Pretzel Sticks with Cheddar Beer Sauce were easily the richest hot pretzels we've found, but it was still a surprise to find them in the $6 column.The...
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The Cabin in the Woods Chases Horror Conventions Down a Dark Alley and Stabs Them
April 12, 2012 in Jackalope Ranch
The Cabin in the Woods opens in theaters this Friday, April 13. #DiscovertheSecretYou have to hand it to the marketing team behind The Cabin in the Woods.No movie has had...
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Sushi Roku: Happy Hour Report Card
April 10, 2012 in Chow Bella
The Fuji Apple Martini (Nigori Sake and Apple Liqueur shaken and served straight up) is only $3 during Sushi Roku's new happy hour. The Spot: Sushi Roku, 7277 E. Camelback Road,...
FDR: American Badass is an Instant Cult Classic...But is That a Good Thing?
April 09, 2012 in Jackalope Ranch
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Controversial Bully Re-cut for PG-13 Phoenix Release
April 06, 2012 in Jackalope Ranch
Bully's critical bus scene will stay, but a few f-words will go as the film earns a revised PG-13 rating before its April 13 Phoenix release.The news came late yesterday...
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Bully Ratings Controversy Sparks Criticism of MPAA System
April 05, 2012 in Jackalope Ranch
The controversial documentary Bully opens at Harkins Camelview on Friday, April 13.Here's the thing about American film ratings systems: They've never been particularly consistent or logical. Consider Kate Winslet's...
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America's Taco Shop: Happy Hour Report Card
April 03, 2012 in Chow Bella
Chips and Salsa are just $1 from 2 to 6 p.m. every weekday at America's Taco Shop.?The Spot: America's Taco Shop, 735 E. University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281. (480) 751-6250....
The Woman in the Fifth Introduces Phoenix Film Festival Audiences to Polish Cinema Style
April 02, 2012 in Jackalope Ranch
Monster Brawl Hits and Misses at Phoenix Film Festival
April 02, 2012 in Jackalope Ranch
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Cornish Pasty Co.: Happy Hour Report Card
March 27, 2012 in Chow Bella
All draft beers are $1 off during Cornish Pasty Co.'s many happy hours. We added a side of garlic Oven Chips (ask for BBQ sauce as an extra dip).?The...
