ZONAR: DEPP’S CHECKLIST, MERLIN TRANSCENDENT

Zonar has not stopped hating movies. This week he reviews three new movies he has no intention of seeing: “Alice in Wonderland,” “How to Tame Your Dragon,” and “Shutter Island.”

Also, in honor of Zonar’s fallen friend, why not go back to this page from 2001, scroll about half-way down, and revisit the time Merlin Olsen filled in answering Zonar’s advice column questions for him. This was back when people used to write Zonar and asked for advice. Like YOU still could. Yes, YOU. Write to zonar@capnwacky.com.

And here’s to you, Merlin. I hope you found those magic powers waiting for you in the sky, or at least a nice bouquet from FTD.