The Trades The Trades is an entertainment based web site with an extensive movie box office database, movie reviews, screen counts, and analysis. en Interview: Dominique Scott: Taking Audiences High Enough in "Rock of Ages" Tue, 21 May 2013 05:00:00 -0500 R.J. Carter http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13591 As Scott returns to St. Louis and the Fox Theatre for another round of "Rock of Ages," we sat down to talk with him about musical style and those outrageous outfits. As Scott returns to St. Louis and the Fox Theatre for another round of "Rock of Ages," we sat down to talk with him about musical style and those outrageous outfits.

]]> Television Review: Continuum, "Second Chances" Tue, 21 May 2013 02:00:00 -0500 R.J. Carter http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13590 A message from the future drives Alec away when Kiera needs him most. A message from the future drives Alec away when Kiera needs him most.

]]> Editorial: Oklahoma Tornado Tragedy Provides Media Opportunity to Hit New Lows Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Mike George http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13589 Getting the facts straight should have been number one priority, but it wasn't. Getting the facts straight should have been number one priority, but it wasn't.

]]> Movie Review: Star Trek Into Darkness Sun, 19 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Darren Goodhart http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13588 "Star Trek Into Darkness" is a terrifically fun ride that cements this new cast in some very classic parts. "Star Trek Into Darkness" is a terrifically fun ride that cements this new cast in some very classic parts.

]]> Movie Review: Star Trek Into Darkness Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Dennis Russo http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13586 "Into Darkness" boldly goes where no Star Trek movie has gone before. "Into Darkness" boldly goes where no Star Trek movie has gone before.

]]> PC Game Review: Candy Crush Saga Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Raul Burriel http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13587 A multi-platform app which suffers from Zynga-style social media begging but overcomes it with exceptional gameplay. A multi-platform app which suffers from Zynga-style social media begging but overcomes it with exceptional gameplay.

]]> DVD Review: Alice in Wonderland (1986) Fri, 17 May 2013 03:00:00 -0500 R.J. Carter http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13584 Carroll fans and scholars will find enjoyable bits in this, but this "Alice in Wonderland" is too soporific fo the casual viewer when compared to other versions. Carroll fans and scholars will find enjoyable bits in this, but this "Alice in Wonderland" is too soporific fo the casual viewer when compared to other versions.

]]> Book Review: The Authority: Volume 1 Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 R.J. Carter http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13583 Engaging, page-turning fun that's also beautiful to look at. If you haven't met <i>The Authority</i> yet, this is your prime opportunity. Engaging, page-turning fun that's also beautiful to look at. If you haven't met <i>The Authority</i> yet, this is your prime opportunity.

]]> Movie Review: Star Trek Into Darkness 3-D [Spoiler-Free] Thu, 16 May 2013 01:00:00 -0500 Paul Schultz http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13579 For those acclimated to J.J. Abrams' dumbed-down Star Trek universe, this film delivers on the entertainment. For those steeped in Trek lore, the subtitle and tone is an ominous departure from series creator Gene Roddenberry's vision of an optimistic future. For those acclimated to J.J. Abrams' dumbed-down Star Trek universe, this film delivers on the entertainment. For those steeped in Trek lore, the subtitle and tone is an ominous departure from series creator Gene Roddenberry's vision of an optimistic future.

]]> Book Review: It's a Firefly Night Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Ross Brand http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13581 One, two, three, four, five. My jar's like a light bulb that's just come alive. One, two, three, four, five. My jar's like a light bulb that's just come alive.

]]> Book Review: Aquaman Vol 2: The Others Tue, 14 May 2013 08:00:00 -0500 R.J. Carter http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13580 Hey Batman! Here's another good reason Arthur should have led the Justice League: He's led a team before! Hey Batman! Here's another good reason Arthur should have led the Justice League: He's led a team before!

]]> Stage Review: Jillian Michaels: Maximize Your Life Tour Tue, 14 May 2013 03:00:00 -0500 Mike George http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13578 The Biggest Loser trainer brings a message of motivation and inspiration. The Biggest Loser trainer brings a message of motivation and inspiration.

]]> DVD Review: Star Trek: The Next Generation - The Best of Both Worlds (Blu-ray +UltraViolet) Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 R.J. Carter http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13577 It was the breath held 'round the world, as Riker gave the order that would kill Picard. It was the breath held 'round the world, as Riker gave the order that would kill Picard.

]]> DVD Review: Dexter: The Seventh Season Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 R.J. Carter http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13575 The secret is out. But what impact will that have on Dexter? The secret is out. But what impact will that have on Dexter?

]]> A Dose of Reality: Gordon Ramsay Serves Up Wild Week of Nightmares and Hell Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Mike George http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13572 Hell's Kitchen Season 11, Episode 8 and Kitchen Nightmares, Season 6, Episode 16 Hell's Kitchen Season 11, Episode 8 and Kitchen Nightmares, Season 6, Episode 16

]]> Movie Review: The Reluctant Fundamentalist Sun, 12 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Jeff Ritter http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13567 Changez is successful, young, in love--what could possibly go wrong? Changez is successful, young, in love--what could possibly go wrong?

]]> Movie Review: Hating Breitbart Sun, 12 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 R.J. Carter http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13574 &quot;Hating Breitbart&quot; captures a little of this essence, and not only keeps his spirit alive a little longer, it provides video evidence of something many who were only obliquely aware of Breitbart's activities wouldn't otherwise see: vindication of righteous indignation. &quot;Hating Breitbart&quot; captures a little of this essence, and not only keeps his spirit alive a little longer, it provides video evidence of something many who were only obliquely aware of Breitbart's activities wouldn't otherwise see: vindication of righteous indignation.

]]> DVD Review: Fringe: The Complete Fifth and Final Season Sat, 11 May 2013 05:00:00 -0500 R.J. Carter http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13573 Once upon a time, a broken-hearted man took the hand of a boy in need, and together walked off into a changed universe. Once upon a time, a broken-hearted man took the hand of a boy in need, and together walked off into a changed universe.

]]> Movie Review: The Great Gatsby Sat, 11 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Nicole Crites http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13571 If you are looking for a true period film, this is not it. If you are looking for a true period film, this is not it.

]]> Editorial: The Storm Over Hollywood and Kickstarter Wed, 08 May 2013 01:00:00 -0500 Raul Burriel http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13566 Hollywood has learned how to use crowdfunding for its projects, and not everyone is happy. Hollywood has learned how to use crowdfunding for its projects, and not everyone is happy.

]]> DVD Review: Doc McStuffins: Time For Your Checkup Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 R.J. Carter http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13565 You'll feel better -- so much better -- after spending a little time with your kids and Doc McStuffins. You'll feel better -- so much better -- after spending a little time with your kids and Doc McStuffins.

]]> DVD Review: Superman: Unbound Tue, 07 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 R.J. Carter http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13563 When Brainiac sets his sights on Earth, Superman finds a connection to his home he never thought he'd have. When Brainiac sets his sights on Earth, Superman finds a connection to his home he never thought he'd have.

]]> Obituary: Ray Harryhausen Tue, 07 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Jeff Ritter http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13564 Harryhausen was the master of stop-motion animation and an inspiration to many of today's biggest filmmakers. Harryhausen was the master of stop-motion animation and an inspiration to many of today's biggest filmmakers.

]]> Movie Review: Iron Man 3 Mon, 06 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Raul Burriel http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13558 A supporting role from an Oscar winning actor elevates &quot;Iron Man 3&quot; beyond standard popcorn fare. A supporting role from an Oscar winning actor elevates &quot;Iron Man 3&quot; beyond standard popcorn fare.

]]> Book Review: Sailor Twain, or The Mermaid in the Hudson Mon, 06 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Raul Burriel http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13562 A compelling adult fairy tale that doesn't quite pan out. A compelling adult fairy tale that doesn't quite pan out.

]]> Movie Review: Iron Man 3 Sun, 05 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Jeff Ritter http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13556 The third time lacks the charm, but Marvel fanatics will still enjoy. The third time lacks the charm, but Marvel fanatics will still enjoy.

]]> Movie Review: Iron Man 3 Sun, 05 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Darren Goodhart http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13557 &quot;Iron Man 3&quot; has the unenviable task of being the first movie out of the gate for Marvel in the wake of &quot;The Avengers&quot; and unfortunately, it doesn't live up to the task. It's certainly watchable, but it does have problems... &quot;Iron Man 3&quot; has the unenviable task of being the first movie out of the gate for Marvel in the wake of &quot;The Avengers&quot; and unfortunately, it doesn't live up to the task. It's certainly watchable, but it does have problems...

]]> Video Game Review: Dishonored: The Knife of Dunwall Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Eric Deters http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13553 &quot;The Knife of Dunwall&quot; is precisely what I wanted from &quot;Dishonored&quot; DLC: more &quot;Dishonored.&quot; &quot;The Knife of Dunwall&quot; is precisely what I wanted from &quot;Dishonored&quot; DLC: more &quot;Dishonored.&quot;

]]> Video Game Review: Monaco: What's Yours is Mine Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Eric Deters http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13554 More an examination than a review, this is about why I think the solo portion of Monaco: What's Yours is Mine is massively disappointing compared to its multiplayer. More an examination than a review, this is about why I think the solo portion of Monaco: What's Yours is Mine is massively disappointing compared to its multiplayer.

]]> Book Review: Cardboard Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 R.J. Carter http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13552 <i>Cardboard</i> is an unpredictable adventure with a morally uplifting theme. If you haven't read it, you want to and just haven't realized it yet. <i>Cardboard</i> is an unpredictable adventure with a morally uplifting theme. If you haven't read it, you want to and just haven't realized it yet.

]]> Comic Book Review: The Mighty Titan #1, &quot;A Day in the Life...&quot; Wed, 01 May 2013 06:00:00 -0500 R.J. Carter http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13551 Joe Martino's Kickstarter program sees its fruition with the release of <i>The Mighty Titan</i> #1, a superhero story that's something of a blend between Captain Marvel (the Shazam one, not the alien warrior and certainly not the Split-Xam one) and Rose & Thorn. Joe Martino's Kickstarter program sees its fruition with the release of <i>The Mighty Titan</i> #1, a superhero story that's something of a blend between Captain Marvel (the Shazam one, not the alien warrior and certainly not the Split-Xam one) and Rose & Thorn.

]]> Television Review: Hell's Kitchen Season 11, Episode 7 Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500 Mike George http://www.the-trades.com/column.php?columnid=13549 The women's team's overconfidence proved to be their downfall when Chef Ramsay declares the steak challenge. The women's team's overconfidence proved to be their downfall when Chef Ramsay declares the steak challenge.

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