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Review: Crackle's "SuperMansion" falls flat
CAMERON MCGOUGH @cammcgough
"SuperMansion," created by Matthew Senreich and Zeb Wells, is a Crackle original Internet series set to debut Oct. 8. As a stop-motion animation, "SuperMansion" displays some similarities to the veteran Adult Swim show "Robot Chicken," which was co-created by Senreich and
Seth Green in 2005.
Superhero Titanium Rex (voiced by Bryan Cranston, who portrayed Walter White in the critically-acclaimed TV series, "Breaking Bad") has led the League of Freedom for many years, devoting his life to fighting for justice. Now in his golden years, he has reluctantly traded his proud years of crime fighting for the dismally-unsuccessful new age
of superheroes.
Whilst fighting inescapable insecurities regarding his age, he must act as a mentor to a whole new era of young heroes who tend to ignore the old saying, "with great power comes great responsibility." Together, they live in the "SuperMansion" where superpowers are put to the test.
With its crude jokes, dark sense of humor and creepy
animated characters, "Super-Mansion" is not for everyone. The premise has been done before — an old timer starts to realize his or her youth is quickly fading while juggling the responsibilities of ushering in an era of new, fresher faces ("American Horror Story: Coven," anyone?).
Because of a lineup of annoyingly-ignorant superheroes, Titanium Rex's gray hairs
may turn a shade lighter by the end of the series. Some of the character names indicate the direction the series looks to head in.
On top of the ridiculous superhero names, the jokes throughout the series premiere may be even more ridiculous. They are often recycled throughout the episode, causing an unpleasant reaction rather than the
intended laughter response.
intended laughter response. Hopefully the show picks up its quality in the second episode. The crude, unimpressive jokes must be traded in for more purposeful ones. The storyline must be catapulted forward with a message. Unfortunately for "Super-Mansion," Cranston's four Emmys and one Tony may not save the show from obscurity. Edited by Derek Skillett
How to navigate the Lawrence music scene this October
HARRISON HIPP @harrisonhipp
Lawrence music venues will be bustling this October, and choosing what to make it out to can be tough. This event breakdown tells you what shows are happening and what to catch later this month.
Vic Mensa
When: Thursday, October 8 at 8 p.m.
Where: The Lied Center
Price: $10 with KU ID,
$15 for the public in advance / $13 with KU ID,
$18 for the public day of show
Chicago rapper and member of XXLs 2014 Freshman Class, Vic Mensa will bring his charged live performance to the Lied Center Thursday night. Having collaborated with the likes of Kanye West, Disclosure, Chance The Rapper, and Danny Brown, Mensa recently inked a deal with Jay Z's Roc Nation. Mensa's anthem "U Mad" will probably be heard from down the block.
Toro Y Moi w/ Astronauts, etc.
When: Sunday, October 18 at 7 p.m.
Where: The Granada Price: $17 in advance / $20 day of show
Toro Y Moi is South Carolina native and Company Records operator Chaz Bundick. Toro Y Moi is in support of his latest album "What For?" and will be joined by Astronauts, etc. from Oakland.
Bully w/ Heat and Fake Limbs
When: Thursday, October 8 at 8 p.m.
Where: The Bottleneck Price: $12
Nashville quartet Bully finds its way to The Bottleneck as it is currently on tour for its debut album "Feels Like" Founded in 2011 in Chicago and signed to BLVD Records, Fake Limbs will play in support of Bully on Thursday.
Mooner w/ Maybe Not
Mohern W/ Maybe Not
When: Tuesday, October 20 at 10 p.m.
Where: Replay Lounge
Price: $3 for 21+
Chicago power-pop band Mooner will grace the Replay stage Tuesday night with local indie-rock trio Maybe Not. Mooner has recorded with sound engineer Mike Hagler, known for his work with Chicago group Wilco and Neko Case of Vancouver band The New Pornographers.
Lettuce w/ Filibusta
Lettuce w/ Filibusta
When: Wednesday, October 21 at 8 p.m.
Where: Liberty Hall
Price: $24
Lead by guitarist Eric Krasno, Lettuce brings its high energy, virtuosic jazz and funk fusion to Liberty Hall. The group was formed in 1992 when the members met at Berklee College of Music in Boston. Lettuce will be joined by Illinois DJ/producer Filibusta.
Dirty Ghosts w/ Mr. and the Mrs.
When: Thursday, October 8 at 10 p.m.
ber 8 at 10 p.m.
Where: Replay Lounge
Price: $3/21+
San Francisco trio Dirty Ghosts will be at the Replay along with Kansas duo Mr. and the Mrs. Dirty Ghosts are currently touring for their sophomore release "Let It Pretend."
Oklahoma punk trio Broncho will play the Bottleneck Thursday with electric locals Psychic Heat. The band is currently touring for their latest release "Just Enough Hip To Be Woman." The Bottleneck is only the band's second stop on tour.
Brainstorm W/ Psychic Heat
When: Thursday, October
15 at 8 p.m.
Where: The Bottleneck
Price: $11
Broncho w/ Psychic Heat
Spirit Is The Spirit w/ The Philistines and Sona
Spirit Is The Spirit w/ The Philistines and Sona
When: Friday, October 16 at 10 p.m.
Where: Replay Lounge
Price: $3/21+
Enjoy a night at the Replay with locals Spirit Is The Spirit who will play alongside The Philistines, from Kansas City, and Lawrence trio, Sona. Spirit Is The Spirit performed a great matinee show at the Replay last month with No Magic and UK artist Beans 'N Toast.
Youth Lagoon w/Moon
When: Saturday, October 17 at 8 p.m.
Where: The Bottleneck Price: $15
Idaho native Trevor Powers, the creative force behind Youth Lagoon, returns to the Midwest following the release of the band's new album "Savage Hills Ballroom." The band was last in Kansas City at the recordBar in the fall of 2013. Youth Lagoon will tour with Toronto duo Moon King, signed to Last Gang Records.
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