Kevin Romani explains why “The Phantom Menace” does not fit in well with the “Star Wars” prequel trilogy.
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3D features cannot save the ‘Phantom Menace’
Tags: Darth Maul, Liam Neeson, Star Wars, The Phantom Menace
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Podcast: ‘A View from the Director’s Chair’ – J.J. Abrams
The ‘A View from the Director’s Chair’ podcast returns with its first episode of the spring and sixth overall installment. Hosts Danny Marchant and Kevin Romani cover J.J. Abrams, the director of the “Star Trek” reboot and last summer’s “Super 8.”
Tags: Fringe, J.J. Abrams, Lost, M:I:III, Michael Giacchino, Star Trek, Super 8
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Podcast: Post-Grammy wrap up
Collegian producers Kevin Romani, Christina Gregg and Dave Coffey discuss the 2012 Grammys from Adele to LL Cool J to commemorations to heavy metal.
Tags: Adele, Grammy, nominations, whitney houston
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Podcast: Grammy Red Carpet Review
The Grammy Awards red carpet looks were a mixed sack of red Versace and orange Gaultier lace. Collegian fashion gurus Lindsey Davis, Christina Gregg, Conor Murphy chat about their favorite looks with podcast host Kevin Romani.
Tags: Grammy's, Lady Gaga, Nicki Minaj, red carpet fashion, taylor swift adele
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Podcast: ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ Episode 2
In the second installment of “The Dark Knight Rises” podcast, Collegian producers Danny Marchant and Kevin Romani offer an in-depth analysis of both the teaser and theatrical trailers for the upcoming film. Podcast: The Dark Knight Rises Episode 2
Tags: Anne Hathaway, Christian Bale, Christopher Nolan, The Dark Knight Rises, Tom Hardy
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Podcast: ‘The Dark Knight Rises’
Collegian producers Danny Marchant and Kevin Romani discuss the most anticipated film of 2012 in the first episode of ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ podcast.
Tags: Anne Hathaway, Bane, Batman, Catwoman, Christian Bale, Christopher Nolan, The Dark Knight Rises, Tom Hardy
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84th Oscar nominations reflect both poor season and selections
This year’s Oscar nominations were announced on Tuesday and have
caused quite an uproar. Collegian Columnist Kevin Romani analyzes the
nominees.
Tags: academy awards, hugo, oscars, the artist, The Descendants, War Horse
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Television Continues to Reign Supreme in 2011
Over the past decade, a clear shift has taken place between television and film in terms of quality. Television used to be widely considered the lesser of the two media in crafting innovative narratives and production technique, but that no longer holds true. Thanks to premium channels such as HBO and new markets for television [...]
Tags: Breaking Bad, Fringe, Game of Thrones, Homeland, Modern Family
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Podcast: ‘A View from the Director’s Chair’ – Martin Scorsese
In the winter fifth and final installment of ‘A View from the Director’s Chair,’ Danny Marchant and Kevin Romani focus on Martin Scorsese.
Tags: gangs of new york, Goodfellas, martin scorsese, Taxi Driver, The Departed, The King of Comedy
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