“Star Fox 64: 3D” pleases gamers
By Zack Gill Arts Editor The release of “Star Fox 64: 3D” ends the nearly four-month drought of quality games for the 3DS, and that is not saying much; a remake of the decade-old “Star […]
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Lady Gaga births success with “Born This Way”
“Born This Way” shows Gaga’s transition into a more mature and lyrically substantial artist. She sold one million copies in her first week. […]
Aartdina Boysen by school-day, Kleintje by musical night
Sophomore Aartdina Boysen is a musician. She writes her own songs, sings. and plays guitar. She has just started recording music under the name Kleintje, or “little one” in Dutch. […]
Death Cab’s ‘Codes and Keys’ proves to be dull, underwhelming
After “Narrow Stairs,” it seemed like Death Cab For Cutie was going in a wonderful new direction; “Codes & Keys” proves that prediction wrong. […]
Branagh’s ‘Thor’ entertains but stretches itself too thin
Marvel Studios’ latest comic book adaptation, “Thor,” substitutes many of the usual action film tropes for a feeling more Shakespearean, with brotherly betrayal, political intrigue and hubris in abundance. […]
AP computer science provides introduction to programming
Mira Costa students have many options for class selection. Advanced Placement Computer Science will be yet another new option vying for the attention of aspiring computer programmers and hobbyists next year. […]
The Beastie Boys successfully re-enter the hip-hop scene
The Beastie Boy’s “Hot Sauce Committee Part 2,” is pure, unadulterated hip-hop glory. With its infection beats and its skillful and often hilarious lyrics, “The Hot Sauce Committee Part 2” is a worthy addition to the group’s oeuvre. […]
“Game of Thrones” is violent, sexual and fantastic
This new show stands up to HBO’s high standards of production values, great performance and quality writing. […]
“Portal 2” is a portal to a new age of video gaming
Through clever writing and atmospheric design, “Portal” managed to forward video gaming as a storytelling medium and as an art form, all in a three-hour, affordable package. Its sequel, “Portal 2” provides hours of clever and mind-boggling challenges. It also cleverly tells a wonderful story and lives up fully to the heavy expectations set upon it. […]
‘Win-Win’ film is a winner
From “Rocky” to “Field of Dreams,” good sports films have been about something more than just sports. They reflect universal American themes such as competition, camaraderie and heartbreak to be effective.“Win Win” perfectly captured this while shining through its exceptional performances. […]