By TJ Ford Arts Editor “Devil’s Due” is a failed horror flick that only enforces the abomination that the genre has become, with its clichéd characters, unfulfilled themes and lack of terror. The film features […]
With his first venture into television, author-turned-T.V. writer Nic Pizzolatto demonstrates the talent of an industry veteran in Home Box Office’s new premiere, “True Detective.” Pizzolatto’s philospohical writing proves thought-provoking and distinctive, going hand-in-hand with the show’s Hollywood-level actors and somber setting. […]
While it may not be as scary as would be expected, with the introduction of new characters and the insistence on brilliant black comedy, “American Horror Story’s” writers continue to revitalize the show in inventive ways.
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Brickworks, a new restaurant that opened on Nov. 18, specializes in wood fire-roasted meats and seafood. Although it has some weak spots, it is a casual setting that combines modern cooking techniques and flavorful food as a fresh, original restaurant. […]
“Mandela” is a brilliant film based-on the true story of recently deceased former South African president and racial equality activist Nelson Mandela (Idris Elba). Directed by Justin Chadwick, this biographical film delves deep into the personal life of Mandela through skilled acting and thorough examination of both the politics and personal struggles of his life. […]
“Machete Kills”, directed by Robert Rodriguez, stars Sofia Vergara and Danny Trejo. The action packed film was hollow. As the sequel of Machete, the sequel was the exact same quality and predictability. […]
Kelly Clarkson’s album, “Wrapped in Red” transcends traditional, tedious holiday tunes that we know, into an upbeat modern soundtrack. This album proves that Clarkson can not only appeal to the pop audience, but also to the classic holiday music fans.
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Katy Perry’s “Prism” proves to be disappointing despite her promise of a career shift out of pop. “Prism” provides almost no significant changes, other than the lyrics, to her typical pop-love songs, essentially creating a Teenage Dream 2.0. It is the product of Swedish hit makers Dr. Luke and Max Martin. However Perry’s falls flat of growing as an artist and doesn’t take any risks. She sticks to what she knows best, pop and breakup songs. […]
Kanye West’s performance was nothing but fantastic, as he lit up the stage and unveiled his interesting choice of entertainment. This consisted of women in body suits, a mountain with light shows, and a mysterious monster character creeping around the stage as Kanye sang. There were, however, some artistic choices made during his performance that proved a little overbearing. […]
Singer Bethany Costentino’s vocals give a unique sound to “Fade Away,” and multi-instrumentalist Bobb Bruno’s beats are soothing, but the lyrics are not creative enough to make the album truly unique.
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