Salman Toor wanders through the MFA Degree Show at the National College of Arts in Lahore

In the reverberating hall of the gallery, young visitors swarm around the door to a small adjoining room. Inside is an old television set, and a girl in a skirt is seated in front of it. She is stitching up the gashes in her stockings.

Santa Monica Mirror's Events, Art, Theater, And Music Calendar Jan. 13 To 19

Looking for something to do this weekend? The Santa Monica Mirror has you covered with local events, live music, theater, and art gallery listings. LAST CHANCE ICE at Santa Monica, for anyone who hasn’t visited the outdoor ice skating rink at Fifth St. and Arizona Ave., this weekend is your last chance. Admission and skate rental is $12. This Monday, Jan. 16 will be the last day to skate. For ...

'Chronicle' packs plenty of excitement

This is how the young Clark Kent must have felt. If Clark Kent had been on Facebook. For Andrew, Matt and Steve -- three self-obsessed Seattle high school buds who climb down a hole and emerge with telekinetic powers -- coming to grips with their newfound skills not only is a challenge, but also a kick.

A superhero movie minus the cliches

This is how the young Clark Kent must have felt. If Clark Kent had been on Facebook. For Andrew, Matt, and Steve - three self-absorbed Seattle high school buds who climb down a hole and emerge with telekinetic powers - coming to grips with their newfound skills not only is a challenge, but also a kick. First, the discovery phase: Hey, I can stop a projectile in midflight! I can build elaborate ...