If only George Lucas had done a more extensive casting call for the role of Darth Vader... more ›

Anyone remember last summer when you could send your friends a weird phone message from Samuel L. Jackson about Snakes On A Plane? The company behind that promotion, Chicago-based Varitalk, is back with a similar take on the upcoming Transformers DVD release that lets you send a call from Optimus Prime. Check it out for Monday's biggest (and most awesome-est) time suck.... more ›

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The DCA is down with the streets, as the Cultural Center’s latest exhibit features celebrated graffiti artist Dzine. New City Chicago previews the Fall Arts Season. CPS’ Back to School party at Millennium Park’s Pritzker Pavilion runs tonight through Friday and features rockin’ kids ensembles, a Chic-a-Go-Go dance party, and school marching bands. Here's a good ol' fashioned arts/media brawl. Sun-Times theater critic Hedy Weiss pans the Stages 06 musical showcase. The response from... more ›

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The Transportation Security Administration adjusted its carry-on rules yesterday, allowing passengers to carry up to 4 ounces of liquid nonprescription medicine and solid lipsticks. Many substances remain on the banned list. more ›

Is it just us, or are all the people who are looking forward to Snakes On A Plane, the once-and-perhaps-future sleeper hit of the summer, setting themselves up for disappointment? If you’re a regular reader of this site, you’re probably all over SOAP as you pride yourself on being up on the latest pop culture happenings. But for your boss, who’s currently going through the history on your browser so she can find a reason... more ›