Arts – Page 113

Sky Ferreira excites in concert with songs from her album, “Night Time, My Time”

December 15, 2014 La Vista 0

As lines started to amount to a couple hundred fans, people began to anticipate an unforgettable Saturday night with indie-pop-rock lyrics and beats stealing their hearts as artist Sky Ferreira, would play one of her final shows of her tour at The Observatory. Debuting her latest album, “Night Time, My Time” Ferreira flipped her hair and strutted her way through the blacked out, red lit Santa Ana Venue on November 22. […]

Talented cast excels in “The Matchmaker”

December 15, 2014 La Vista 0

Thornton Wilder’s “The Matchmaker” is definitely a play one should avoid, unless it is performed by Mira Costa students, that is. […]

“The Pyramid” fails to scare horror loyalists

December 12, 2014 La Vista 0

By Eddie King Staff Writer The film “The Pyramid” is yet another example of a promising and intriguing premise that fails to live up to its expectations. While the fictional pyramid the film is set […]

“Super Smash Bros” brings endless, silly fun

December 12, 2014 La Vista 0

Under the guidance of series director Masahiro Sakurai, “Super Smash Bros for the Wii U” contains everything that has come to be expected of the series: ridiculous gameplay with considerable respect toward the many games that are incorporated within it. The plethora of new ways to play a game that is, at its core, so much fun, makes the newest “Smash” a mastery of everything that has made the series one of the best in the industry.
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Editor’s Take: Spotify Changes Music Industry

December 12, 2014 La Vista 0

By Jack Howorth Arts Editor Launched late in 2008 by a Swedish startup, Spotify was created as a way for users to have access to hundreds of artists’ music for a small membership fee. Starting […]

Nick’s Manhattan Beach tastefully delivers

December 12, 2014 La Vista 0

By Kathryn Cross Staff Writer It’s professional, palatable and pristine; it’s Nick’s Manhattan Beach. Although the restaurant Nick’s Manhattan Beach has a moderately overpriced menu, its attentive service, elegant furnishings and delectable food pair well […]

Wu-Tang Clan reunites, underwhelms

December 12, 2014 La Vista 0

“A Better Tomorrow” showcases a few standout songs that reflect the Wu-Tang’s old school roots. However, as a whole, the album is a combination of producer/member RZA overpowering the group’s classic, beloved style with a new, overworked sound. Any loyal listener of Wu-Tang will still enjoy the traces of traditional, raw talent found in the album, but ultimately the aftertaste is disappointing.
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“Penguins of Madagascar” is nonstop laughs

December 12, 2014 La Vista 0

By Riaz Mamdani Staff Writer After stealing the show in Dreamworks’ “Madagascar” franchise, the series’ four infamous penguins show that they are still “flipping” hilarious in “Penguins of Madagascar.” Directed by Eric Darnell, “Penguins” instantly […]

Iggy Azalea confidently experiments with new genres in “Reclassified”

December 12, 2014 La Vista 0

By Jessica Miller Staff Writer Rap diva Iggy Azalea truly solidifies herself as “so fancy” with her newest album, “Reclassified.” “Reclassified” includes impressive songs, with honest lyrics and up-tempo beats highlighting Azalea’s now-signature confidence and […]

“Mockingjay Part 1” astounds

December 12, 2014 La Vista 0

Directed by Francis Lawrence, “Mockingjay Part 1” showcases all of the greatest aspects of the novel “Mockingjay,” by Suzanne Collins, with intense emotions, a dark atmosphere and a powerful protagonist. In addition, the movie improves upon the book by removing plot holes and increasing action. The actors also make the film become more of a reality through displaying genuine feelings and reactions to the gruesome events throughout the film.
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