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...produce a coherent piece 60 times as long. The problem with The Cell is that it gets so hung up on its little details and visual tricks that it loses sight of the bigger picture - the villain's motivations, the detective's emotions, logic, etc. And sure, we can applaud Singh all we want for his audacity, but what's the point if the movie doesn't have any impact? Meanwhile, Jennifer Lopez's squeaky voice is starting to get on my nerves; for a girl who prides herself on sass and ass, she's awfully shrill...
...return for spending thousands of dollars on a vacation, wildlife viewers want knowledgeable and personable guides and staff. At Knight Inlet Lodge, the guests applaud the staff, no less attractive than the Baywatch gang, only fully clothed and better educated. Guest Larry Jandrew of Asheville, N.C., who brought a family party of himself and seven others to the lodge, was particularly taken by Meg Pocklington, a Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Center research assistant, who during a long hike through the rain forest took special care of Jandrew's mother-in-law Kitty Conley. Pat Chadwick and Sam Twyford, a retired...
Each time Tiger Woods surpasses any and all of our expectations, The New York Times publishes a editorial praising the golf pro--and rightfully so. He possesses extraordinary talent and he has developed into a refreshing and respected American hero. Yesterday morning, however, the Times neglected to applaud another accomplished and inspirational American athlete in the aftermath of her athletic victory: Venus Williams...
...applaud these new philanthropists for their continuing efforts to give back to society. I hope your article will inspire people who are in a similar position but have not yet taken up the challenge. JENNY GATES Winnipeg...
Sommers' ideal class for boys has them wearing blazers and ties as a male teacher instructs them in Aristotelian ethics, morality and fair play, after which they repair to the ball fields for sports. She argues for a renewed appreciation of masculine virtues, and I applaud her for that. Schools and parents should accommodate boys' learning styles, which don't always fit neatly between the margins. Boys need more recess and less Ritalin; and if we set high expectations, they will rise to meet them...