“Ride Along” proves hilarious
“Ride Along” covers all the aspects of a quality comedic film yet still is able to have an original plot and keep a serious connotation throughout the film. […]
Arts
“The Monuments Men” exceeds expectations
“The Monuments Men” plays with the viewers emotions by making a connection to real history and the tragedies that occurred. This film exemplifies how this time period was so tragic yet also ties in a fun and adventurous theme to it. […]
“Robocop” proves mediocre
“Robocop”, directed by José Padilha, is a decent movie, but despite the futuristic technology, it fails to live up to the hype of being a remake of a classic film. Its predictable plot and far too much action are an attempt to make the film exciting, but eventually lead to its downfall. […]
“Draft Day” delivers
Director Ivan Reitman’s film “Draft Day” is an exceptional film that has an intensely engaging, dramatic storyline, a clever, humorous script, and a star-studded cast that gives a fresh perspective to the game both on and off of the field. […]
“Cuban Fury” fails to meet potential
Although the acting in “Cuban Fury” was quite impressive for a comedy film, the movie didn’t stand out in its plotline and the script was too much of a failure. […]
Cage the Elephant lets loose, unleashes raw talent flawlessly
Even though the group does not use the classic crowd-shocking techniques that electronic-based groups have the luxury of, like bass drops or laser light shows, it still wowed with an unforgettable concert that began mellow and crescendo-ed into absolute mania.
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Kid Cudi’s performance goes above, beyond on Weekend 2
Living up to his big-name indie-rap reputation, Kid Cudi delivered an unforgettable performance during Coachella’s second weekend. His vocal artistry, a mesmerizing sound that combines both rap and alternative influences, and natural ability to connect with the audience made his hour-long set the perfect representation of the indie-rap genre. […]
Editors’ Take: Coachella maintains status-quo of free-spirited, musical fantasyland
Despite the criticism the festival faces for its high prices and popularity among the rich and famous, Coachella remains a weekend to escape into the world of music. Its laid-back atmosphere and wide array of artists solidify the musical journey as an item necessary for any music lover’s bucket list. […]
“The Ring and the Crown” fails to deliver upon inspired premise
Although the overall setting of “The Ring and the Crown” is seemingly interesting, it only results in an unexplored good idea. The rest of the book, specifically both plot and character development, is lacking and repetitive.
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“Transcendence” proves thought-provoking, yet confusing
The film “Transcendence,” directed by Wally Pfister, explores these pros and cons of the increasingly-digitalized world, which despite this fascinating premise, is weighed down by a convoluted storyline. Nevertheless, the film’s acting and writing keeps the audience hooked, taking viewers on an intellectual, electrifying journey through a dystopian world. […]