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/ ENTERTAINMENT / WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2010 / THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN / KANSAN.COM
MOVIES
Wizards wind up for seventh film
"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1" is the best film in the franchise since the fourth, "The Goblet of Fire." That film was fashioned as a straight-ahead, old-fashioned thriller; this new one pushes things even further, into the realm of pure horror.
Ears are dismembered; wizened old ladies are transformed into man-eating pythons; and our young heroes race across an increasingly barren landscape, as the existential panic mounts all around them.
The only thing missing from the exceedingly bleak massacre is a chainsaw.
Directed by David Yates, who made the previous two Potter pictures, "Deathly Hallows" is one of two movies based on the final volume in J.K. Rowling's boy wizard series. (Part 2 will be released next July.)
That puts a lot of pressure on screenwriter Steve Kloves, who has to incorporate a great deal of exposition and set-up, most of which won't get paid off for another seven months.
Yet "Deathly Hallows" succeeds as a self-contained work, mainly because Yates and Kloves have done such an effective job creating and sustaining the grim mood.
Even if you can't follow all of the many beats in the story — and unless you are utterly steeped in Potter-iana, some of the talk of "horcruxes" and "olyjyice potion" is inevitably going to sail over your head — you still find yourself pulled along by the film's urgent, unnerving momentum.
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MUSIC
The Beatles say 'Let it be,' and allow music on iTunes
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SAN JOSE, Calif. — After years of singing out of tune, Apple and the Beatles announced Tuesday that they were able to work it out and the Fab Four's legendary pop tunes are now appearing on iTunes, the world's largest music retailer.
The group's 13 remastered studio albums are now available for purchase in digital format through the Cupertino, Calif., company's online store. Fans can also get a special "Beatles Box Set" that includes the first-ever Beatles concert in the United States at Washington Coliseum in 1964.
"We love the Beatles and are honored and thrilled to welcome them to iTunes," Apple CEO Steve Jobs, a fervent Beatles fan, said in a statement. "It has been a long and
"I lost my youth waiting for this day," said Needham & Co. analyst Charles Wolf. "It's by far the greatest rock group that's ever been assembled, and getting them on iTunes is very symbolic. It's not going to affect Apple's earnings or sales in any material way, but it nonetheless adds to the brand. It's a brand-builder."
winding road to get here. Thanks to the Beatles and EMI, we are now realizing a dream we've had since we launched iTunes 10 years ago."
The deal, consummated after years of friction over trademark disputes, represents the marriage of two of the world's most powerful pop icons — John, Paul, George and Ringo, and Apple.
The two remaining living Beatles also issued statements.
the Beatles' music to iTunes," Sir Paul McCartney said. "It's fantastic to see the songs we originally released on vinyl receive as much love in the digital world as they did the first time around."
"We're really excited to bring
1 am particularly glad to no longer be asked when the Beatles are coming to iTunes." Ringo Starr said. "At last, if you want it — you can get it now — the Beatles from Liverpool to now! Peace and Love, Ringo."
The wives of deceased band members John Lennon and George Harrison also publicly embraced the deal.
Getting the Beatles on iTunes is a deeply personal accomplishment for Jobs, said Tim Bajarin, president of Creative Strategies. "Steve is a huge fan of the Beatles and has wanted to have their music on iTunes since Day 1."
Urban moves on from loss of his guitars by starting on new album
MUSIC
Keith Urban was scheduled to start recording his new album, "Get Closer," in Nashville on May 5. So, three days before that, he had all his most prized guitars, which he kept at home, moved to the same storage facility where he kept his backup instruments, amplifiers and other gear
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Sunday Rose, were in Hawaii, where Kidman was shooting a film, when the torential storms hit Nashville on May 3 and left the Soundcheck Nashville storage warehouse used by Urban and hundreds of other musicians under several feet of water for nearly a week.
He, his wife, actress Nicole Kidman, and their daughter,
One of the guitars severely damaged was his "Shattered Mirror" Telecaster, custom-made for him at the Fender Custom Shop in
"I felt like I'd drowned the 'Mona Lisa' — for Yuriy, at least," Urban said. "He put so much time into that guitar. But it just swelled up, all the mirrors broke, the neck got all warped. It is the unfortunate reality of new wood. It's still very porous, absorbent, it sucked in lots and lots of water. But the 50-year-old Fenders and Gibsons fared fantastic."
Corona by senior master guitar
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Darling, my idea of cramming is eating two double burgers at The Wheel the day before a final.
But rather than delay starting on the new album, Urban went to work using borrowed, rented or newly acquired instruments, a decision that required a new perspective that he decided to embrace rather than fight.
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8 Loosen
10 Plant life
11 Howard and Isaac
13 Show great anxiety
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30 Overseer at JFK or LAX
33 Vent one's anger
36 Lack
37 Montana city
38 Cubic meter
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4 Bury
5 Worryes
6 Sorvino of screen
7 Earthen-ware pot
8 Leading man?
9 Sign up
10 TV watchdog org.
12 Missteps
14 Adolescent
15 Bro's counter-part
19 Prepare Easter eggs
20 Last (Abbr.)
21 Sticky, weather-wise
22 Playing marbles
23 Apportion (out)
24 Show
25 "Wha'd ya say?"
26 Recess
28 Tear to bits
29 Subway
30 Belong
31 Red army?
32 Candle count
34 "Bye"
35 Tempt
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HOROSCOPES
ARIES (March 21-April 19)
Today is a 7
10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20)
Today is a 6
Today is a 7
You get all sorts of ideas today about how things can be accomplished. Getting others on the same page may be more challenging. Patience is your friend.
Today is a 6 Envision ancient archeological sites. Rituals and ceremonies can influence people, bringing subtle feelings to the surface. Sharing your dreams reduces tension.
GEMINI (May 21-June 21)
Today is a 5
Others benefit from obvious demonstrations of your love. No idea is too corry. Let your imagination run wild. Expect interesting responses.
CANCER (June 22-July 22)
Today is a 6
You'd like to be off on an independent adventure, but feel tied to family or household responsibilities. Take care of necessities first, and then go play.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)
Today is an 8
An older individual believes they have the only right idea. You know that's not true, but you get more done if you go along with it, while making subtle changes.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Today is a 7
Undercurrents at work could create a darker mood. Shake it loose by suggesting music and movement. Stand for what you're committed to and be flexible on
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Today is a 7
At first, you're nervous. Upon closer inspection you find that all the elements are coming into balance, if you just allow them to. Be patient.
For the first time in a while, you perceive the love others send your way. You want to reciprocate. Give gifts that you'd like to receive.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Today is a6
the rest.
Today is a 6
To make the most of interpersonal connections, pay attention to subtle clues in body language. That way, you tune in to the unspoken. Give hugs freely.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec.21)
Today is a 6
Today is an 8 You perceive the ebb and flow of energy between work and home. Maintain an open mind, as you resolve issues behind the scenes. Agreement flows.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Today is an 8
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Today is a 7
Let go of imagined slights.
Instead, ask for more information to confirm doubts. Maybe you were missing something. Open dialogue resolves most difficulties.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)
Today is a 7
Old habits die hard sometimes.
You know you need to make
some changes, but secretly resist it. Gain leverage by paying attention to your reluctance.
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