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Features for Thursday, March 15, 2007

Taking a ride with ‘MotorStorm’

I’ve been waiting for a game to really show off the PS3’s graphical powers. There’ve been some really nice ones so far, but “MotorStorm” is the first to truly impress me.

Amy Winehouse creates multifaceted sound on excellent ‘Back to Black’

The very first song on Amy Winehouse’s new album, the irresistible “Rehab,” may be the one that stereotypes her the most.

‘300’ triumphs at the box office

LOS ANGELES — An ancient battle. A little-known director. An R rating. No major movie stars.

Film Bites: March 15

“I Think I Love My Wife” — Chris Rock says his latest film is a more accurate reflection of who he is. It’s more realistic, more introspective, more subdued.

Teen concert series kicks off at Club 1515

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Napa Valley and Friday Night Live will host monthly concert series for local high school students beginning Friday night at Club 1515, the Teen Center at the Boys & Girls Club

Iranians outraged over hit movie ‘300’

TEHRAN, Iran — The hit American movie “300” has angered Iranians who say the Greeks-vs-Persians action flick insults their ancient culture and provokes animosity against Iran.

Universal’s surefire way to fill theaters: give free tickets

LOS ANGELES — Universal Pictures has come up with an unusual plan to try to fill theaters when its film “Peaceful Warrior” opens later this month: the company is giving away $15 million worth of free tickets.

‘Happy Feet’ was Oscar surprise for Australian filmmaker George Miller

LOS ANGELES — George Miller thought an adorable talking pig might be his ticket to an Academy Award a decade ago. He had to wait for some adorable singing and dancing penguins to bring his Oscar home.

Chris Gardner translates ‘Pursuit of Happyness’ fame into advocacy for poor and homeless

HONOLULU — Chris Gardner is still pursuing happiness.

The Capitol Steps make the most out of new material in third Napa engagement

With no shortage of material to draw from, the Capitol Steps return to town last week, fresh jokes and all.

Slice of life

It is common enough to hear adults say they don’t understand teenagers.

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