“Bad Grandpa” disappoints
After a lack of the stupidities that are the Jackass crew, they finally came out with another movie. Bad Grandpa was a good idea but the movie came out disappointingly poorly. […]
Arts
“Last Vegas” delivers
“Last Vegas,” directed by Dan Fogelman, turned four old mens lives into a high thrill packed adventure with alcohol, women, and gambling in Las Vegas. With these four legends brought together this was one of the funnier movies of the year.
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“Ender’s Game” delivers
“Ender’s Game” is a captivating film, which features modern film making techniques and thrilling scenes that delight and surprise the audience. The film, directed by Gavin Hood, utilizes breathtaking special effects and remarkable acting along with intense action to create a unique and intense film. […]
The 1975 delivers at Orange County Observatory
The 1975 undoubtedly put on an exceptional performance at the Orange County Observatory, as it captivated the audience through its remarkable sense of intimacy. The band’s indelible skills in an extraordinarily personal setting generated a deep emotional connection between the performers and the audience, resulting in an overall spectacular performance.
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Diverse gameplay, spectacular visuals return “Battlefield 4” to the top
The “Battlefield” series has had a very successful run in the first-person shooter genre of video games since 2002. By enhancing the graphics and making the environments more interactive in “Battlefield 4,” developer Digital Illusion CE overcomes a poor storyline by building upon the series’ quality in multiplayer. […]
Arcade Fire strays from norm in “Reflektor,” utterly fails in the process
Arcade Fire’s new album, “Reflektor,” is an absolute disaster, as it completely diverges from the relatively mild indie rock roots from which the once-renowned band began. Awkward instrumental mash-ups, odd lyrics and vocals and an overuse of synthesizers move the group from its previous place in the 21st century and back into what sounds like the worst of the ‘80s.
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Two Door Cinema Club’s concert mesmerizes at Greek Theater
Two Door Cinema Club’s performance at the Greek Theatre on Nov. 2 as a part of its Beacon World Tour was exceptionally impressive with its use of visual effects, outstanding vocals and guitar measures. The concert’s diverse set list added to the band’s awe-inspiring performance. […]
Editor’s Take: Phone apps progress gaming medium
Portable devices now offer gamers the chance to play their favorite games right from the palm of their hand. Phone applications have become a form of entertainment and gaming that delivers high quality graphics and innovative gameplay mechanics that rival traditional gaming consoles.
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Costa’s production of “The Crucible” demonstrates cast’s talent
Through the emotionally-charged performances of a truly skilled cast and distinctive effects, the Mira Costa Drama Department begins the year with Miller’s classic play, “The Crucible,” easily making up for the few struggles visible within the pacing and set design.
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Malcolm Gladwell begins to show writing fatigue in “David and Goliath”
Gladwell’s fifth novel, “David and Goliath,” is an engaging read, thanks to the author’s vivid storytelling. Yet, like all of Gladwell’s other novels in the psychological genre, the emphasis of “David and Goliath” is to focus on an argument, not the story. Here, Gladwell argues that apparent weaknesses can actually prove to be strengths, but his inability to properly support his claim undermines his novel’s academic credibility and value as a whole.
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