Updated: Chaminade Grad Comes Up Short In Oscar Bid

Chaminade graduate Minkyu Lee's "Adam and Dog" was nominated for Best Animated Short Film.

Updated 8:03 p.m. The Chaminade community didn't need to wait too long into the Oscar evening to see if one of their own would win an Academy Award. Minkyu Lee, who directed "Adam and Dog", up for an Oscar for Best Animated Short Film, lost out to Paperman, which, ironically, was produced by Lee's own employer, Disney.     Original Story: One week after a pair of Chaminade College Prep grads were honored for their talents by participating in the NBA's All Star Weekend, another graduate finds himself in contention at the Super Bowl of Hollywood. At the 2013 Academy Awards Sunday night, Minkyu Lee ('04) could very well walk across the red carpet, and then up the steps inside the Dolby Theater to accept an Oscar. Minkyu Lee's film 'Adam and …

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New Star Wars Movie: Good or Bad Idea?

With Disney's purchase of Lucasfilm comes an announcement of Star Wars: Episode VII, with an expected release in 2015.

It's a question nearly as old as the sci-fi genre: Should there be another Star Wars film?  Well, folks, Star Wars: Episode VII is reportedly on the way. Disney announced its purchase of Lucasfilm on Tuesday, and pegged a 2015 release for the new film. More movies are expected to follow.   Forbes reported that the deal includes $4.05 billion in cash and stock. Does that mean we'll see Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo and Chewbacca on the big screen again, or do you think Disney will take a different approach to the new Star Wars movies?  And do you think the new movies will dilute the captivating storyline from the first six films?  As a lifelong Star Wars fan, I couldn't be happier. I remember curling up on the couch during sick …

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2:18 pm on Friday, November 2, 2012

Because we all that pouring money into something is the best way to make it good. That's why all the Hollywood blockbusters these days are such paragons of cinema.   more ›

Budgets Are Still Tight - Get Out For Free

Enjoy Latin rhythms, Baroque music or a tribute to Miles Davis this week, most events listed are free.

LET THEM EAT ART When/Where: On Friday, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., in the city of Maplewood. Why go: Enjoy a self-guided tour of Historic Dowtown Maplewood's shops and restaurants while being entertained by its eclectic mix of  artists and musicians. Activities and entertainment include live music, film screenings, belly dancing, face painting, dream interpretation,  artist showings and more. Pricing: Free admission, cost of food and drink varies. SOULARD FARMER'S MARKET TOUR When/ Where: On Saturday, beginning at 9:30 a.m. at the Soulard Farmers Market. Why go: Learn about different kinds of fruits and vegetables, their heath benefits, how to store them and tips on meal planning with Jessica Thenhaus. Learn the benefits of chard, kale, …

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Creve Coeur In Review: Autism, Football, Drag Boat Racing and Cars

A look at some of the stories making news in and around Creve Coeur this past week.

Welcome to something we hope will become a regular fixture here at Creve Coeur Patch. By now, you know that while we do a large amount of our own reporting on issues of interest to city residents, businesses, schools, and others, we're not afraid to highlight the reporting done by other media outlets.  We'll use this space to share some of that work, and other items of interest that we've come across impacting people in and around Creve Coeur. For more information: www.nationalautismassociation.org/safetytoolkit Durron Neal Commits To Oklahoma Cars 2