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Show MOVIES FROM B5 unrealistic story of three recently high school graduate friends on a trip to Paris. One of the girls, played by Selena Gomez, inexplicably looks exactly like some princess. The girls then play out a "Prince and the Pauper" scenario without the Pauper. The film looks trite, unbelievable and ridiculously impossible. While audiences are expected to suspend their disbelief while watching a movie, this film's premise is a tough one to swallow. Verdict: Don't Waste Your Life Horrible Bosses Comedy July 8 Rated R trying to make James be the same type of character Ben Stiller played in Night at the Museum. The only trouble is Stiller was a likable character. James is not. He's so hopeless and pathetic, we spend too much time feeling sorry for the guy and not enough time rooting for him Verdict: Don't Waste Your Life Harry Potter & the Deathly Hallows, Part 2 Family July 15 Rated PG-13 Okay, the truth is I'm not a huge fan of this film series. However, since I am an extreme minority in this opinion, you should go see it. Verdict: Go See It The perfect escape film for students working lousy summer jobs, Horrible Bosses stars Jason Bateman, Charlie Day and Jason Sudeikis who all work for horrible human beings. After all three are pushed passed their limit, they consult with Jamie Foxx on how best to kill their bosses. While the film hints at having crude humor for cheap laughs, it does look genuinely funny. And with Jennifer Aniston, Colin Farrell and Kevin Spacey playing the 'horrible bosses,' audiences are in for a treat. Verdict: Go See It Zookeeper Captain America: The First Avenger Action/Adventure July 22 Rated PG-13 Lately Marvel has put out some really great films, with the exception of unnecessary "three-quels." Captain America seems to be up to that same standard of quality superhero storytelling. Faithful to the comics while drawing in a new crowd, I wouldn't be surprised if it makes the most at the box office this summer. Not to mention, the bad guys are Nazis. Who doesn't enjoy a movie where Nazis get their trash kicked? Verdict: Go See It. Comedy July 8 Rated PG Friends with Benefits A comedy about a romantically hopeless zookeeper who is helped out in his dating life by his animal charges, Zookeeper offers very little that we haven't already seen in Kevin James's previous films. It seems like film studios are Comedy July 22 Not Yet Rated Didn't they already make this movie? **Cough, Cough, No Strings Attached, Cough, Cough** Cowboys & Aliens Action/Adventure/Sci-Fi July 29 Not Yet Rated Daniel Craig plays our hero who wakes up with no memories & an odd shackle on his wrist. The locals don't seem to care for him but must join forces in order to save themselves from the invading aliens. I know, it sounds like a horrible B-movie concept. But the film looks promising, combining the reluctant hero with the fear of the unknown. Plus, I like Daniel Craig. He's rugged, stoic, and has the most enchanting blue eyes I have ever seen. And with the James Bond movies on hiatus until further notice, we need to see Craig in more kick-ass roles. I hope this one will suit him. Verdict: Go See It. Crazy, Stupid, Love Comedy July 29 Rated PG-13 A film whose title gives us the entire focus of the movie, Crazy, Stupid, Love tells the story of a couple, played by Steve Carell and Julianne Moore, whose marriage falling apart and their struggle to get it back together. This is meshed with the story of a young male player, played by Ryan Gosling, who meets a girl, played by Emma Stone, and suddenly finds himself in love for the first time and has no idea what to do. This all-star cast also has Marisa Tomei and Kevin Bacon in it somewhere, which is always exciting. A feel good movie for the summer, Crazy, Stupid, Love looks refreshing and fun. Verdict: Go See It. Verdict: Don't Waste Your Life JAKE BUNTJER/UVU REVIEW Company members perform "A Midsummer Night's Dream" on the Alumni Lawn. A Midsummer Day's Play BY ALEX SOLOMON Asst. Life Editor Summer is in full swing, and has brought with it blue skies, birds and the Grassroots Shakespeare Company's summer tour. UVU enjoyed a real treat with the company performing on campus twice. Their first performance was on Wednesday, June 8, where they performed "As You Like It" on the Quad, and again on June 15 at the UVU Alumni House with "A Midsummer Night's Dream". "I'm really proud of everybody," said Alex Ungerman, one of the company's founding members. "It usually takes two months to prepare for a show, and we've done three shows in one month." The Grassroots Shakespeare Company was founded three years ago by Ungerman and Mark Oram and have been touring every summer since. The goal of the company is to perform the works of Shakespeare as they were originally performed with minimal practice, costumes and props. Grassroots now consists of 11 cast members of both BYU and UVU students. Ungerman stated that the Grassroots Shakespeare Company also do what they call "play-a-day" workshops, which he noted are an authentic experience similar to how Shakespeare's plays were originally performed. "Theatre majors and students of other majors are all encouraged to participate in the workshops," said Levi Brown, a student and cast member. "Anyone who is studying Shakespeare should give [the workshops] a try." "It's a really fun and unique experience," said Davey Morrison Dillard, a BYU student and cast member. "As an actor, you have some experiences where your heart is into [the show] , and some where it's not. But we're all in this together." The performances on campus were uproariously funny. The energy and charisma of the performers flowed from the stage and kept the audience enraptured, entertained and eager for more. Performances by the Grassroots Shakespeare Company are largely for donations to charities and scholarships. According to Ungerman, the Company has recently obtained a non-profit status, and is now able to receive donations and grants, which currently proceed to the Forgotten Carols scholarship fund for students in the Colleges of Humanities and Culinary Arts. The Grassroots Shakespeare Company recently performed at the Orem Summerfest on Friday, June 10, in Provo Canyon Park on Monday, June 13 and has also participated in the Noorda Summer Theatre Camp, also taking place at UVU. For the rest of the summer, the Grassroots Shakespeare Company will be touring across Utah, with performances in Orem, Logan and Kaysville. Information on each performance is on their website at http://www.grassrootsshakespeare.com . Students need to take part in the benefits of school breakfast BY JULIA POSEY Asst. News Editor Breakfast has been considered the most important meal of the day. At breakfast time, it has been a while since people have put some calories in the body and they are preparing to start the most active part of your day. Working at night, sleeping in the day, then supper is the most important meal of the day. You need something in your stomach to nourish your daily activities. At some point in the day, consumption of carbonated drinks, energy drinks, and coffee is a large part of any students' daily meal. A lifestyle factor, such as daily breakfast choices have a significant impact on the health of every student on campus. It is very easy to get into a breakfast rut. I confess that every morning for about two years, I had a bowl of oatmeal, two slices of buttered toast and a glass of juice for breakfast. Nothing really wrong with that, but we all know that a variety is the spice of life. As I have grown older, I have come to look forward to breakfast as my favorite meal. Since I try to add a variety to the menu just so it will keep things interesting I pity students who start their day with a bottle of Pepsi or a bowl of crunchy flakes with skim milk as they are Is here running out the door to make it to class on time. But is that any way to begin a day? Absolutely not and it is no way to start your day. Even breakfast burrito's with an optional hot sauce is a temporary delicacy, however, I'd rather see any student spend their money on a Snickers Bar. Weekends are the best time for really great breakfasts. Students have the time to come fully awake, have a cup of coffee or two and work up a good breakfast appetite. Sundays work for me, although Saturday might work for other students. Eggs are good. Despite all the bad press eggs have gotten in the past few years, it is now okay to have a few eggs in your weekly diet. Eggs can be fried, poached, boiled or scrambled for variety. Even tossing in a few vegetables, or some ham will also add flavor to your dish as well. Now that you are all primed for a big breakfast. Go for it. In the coming semesters, when it comes to breakfast, every student should stop over at the Alumni Center where a delicious free breakfast is served with green pancakes, ice cream, muffins, bagels, fresh fruit, yogurt and orange juice. Students don't miss out! May your ingestion of nourishment be most pleasant. Ask us about our Flavor of the Week Specials Come into the Bookstore and check out what's new UVU BOOKSTORE Your Campus. Your Needs. Your Store. f Find us on Facebook (801) 863-8641 TOLL FREE 866-507-5253 Visit Us Online www.uvu.edu/bookstore SUMMER HOURS MON DAY & FRIDAY 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY 8;00 AM - 6:00 PM SATURDAY & SUNDAY CLOSED |