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Random CDs you Should Listen too By Jessica Faulkner

AFI DecemberUnderground -

Wow, this is my favorite AFI CD yet as it sounds like AFI has moved in a more mature direction. The Killing Lights is my favorite song so far…but the whole CD is worth listening too/memorizing in my opinion. The guitar in each song is soothing, emotional and powerful. I definitely recommend this CD to anyone who loves experimental guitar and something a little different from AFI.

IndiaArie: Into the Lovely -

Although this CD isn’t as good as IndiaArie’s first CD, Voyage to India, it’s still pretty dang good. If you are looking for uplifting, "I love Jesus" music, this CD is for you. Plus, it’s always nice to get in touch with different beats, flavor and African American culture that India.Arie does a great job of mixing into her songs. India.Arie is a very talented artist worth checking out. My favorite songs on the album so far are "Good Morning," a perfect song to listen to when you wake up, and "There’s Hope," which I was playing on my myspace profile for way to long – haha.

Dashboard Confessional: Dusk and Summer -

I’ve been a little disappointed with this CD so far, but who knows, after I listen to it for a while it might be my favorite CD in the world. Don’t expect anything different from Dashboard – sounds like the same thing they’ve been doing from the beginning. This may be refreshing for you if you like their older stuff, but I was hoping for something a little bit more innovative.

Random Movie’s You Should See By Jessica Faulkner

Porky’s:

I know it’s a big shame, but last night was the first time I saw the movie "Porky’s" (yes, it was made in 1982 and I was born in 1984 so I guess it’s not that shocking). At least I saw it sooner then later. If you’re in for a lot of sexual humor, you should rent this film. Although the movie was older, I found myself cracking up uncontrollably during a few parts. Half way through the movie I was amazed to find that Kim Catrall (yes, your favorite girl, Samantha, from Sex and the City) was one of the teachers. It wasn’t surprising to see that Catrall’s role was sexual as a role for her wouldn’t be the same if it weren’t that way. It was delightful to see her in her younger years. Actually, the whole film was delightful.

V for Vendetta:

Moving back to the current generation, I had the opportunity to see V for Vendetta the other day. I was a little apprehensive about watching the film based on the name and the cover (it looked like some jacked up action film) - but when I actually got into it, it was quite intriguing. I really admire Natalie Portman’s ability to transform herself into such different roles and express such different emotions within those roles. V is fascinating, intelligent and an avid art lover who, behind the mask, just wants to make the world a better place. He realizes that "A revolution without dancing is a revolution not worth having!" And takes action on every chance he has to dance.