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Rockstar North raises the bar for video games in “Grand Theft Auto V”

September 26, 2013 La Vista 1

Rockstar North, the developer of the incredibley successful “Grand Theft Auto” franchise, combines unparalleled gameplay mechanics with new, innovative features and an outstandingly realistic and satirical world to explore. Despite being overtly inappropriate, the thrilling experience of “Grand Theft Auto V” makes it the best video game of the year. […]

“Always Sunny” keeps shining

September 26, 2013 La Vista 0

“Always Sunny” has just started its ninth season under the lead writers of Rob McElhenney and Glenn Howerton (who also star as some of the main characters). The balance of crude humor and blatantly insensitive dialogue makes the show, once again, one of the most hysterical on television. […]

“The League” impresses with fresh comedic style

September 26, 2013 La Vista 0

Created by Jeff and Jackie Schaffer, who previously worked on sitcoms such as “Seinfeld” and “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “The League” consists of only a brief plot outline, which grants the actors a full range of comedic freedom. With no written script to go off of, FXX’s hit show brings forth refreshing comedic value. […]

“Getaway” Disappoints With Poor Characters and Repetitive Action

September 3, 2013 La Vista 0

It’s been eight years since Courtney Solomon’s last directorial film, and unfortunately, not long enough. While his first film, “Dungeons and Dragons,” dabbled in fantasy, and his second, “An American Haunting,” in horror, Solomon’s latest, “Getaway,” is a straightforward high octane action film. It carries on Solomon’s apparent tradition of poor film, with it’s lackluster characters and incredibly tedious action sequences which drown out the few blips of talent and creativity. […]

“Injustice: Gods Among Us” thrills

May 2, 2013 La Vista 0

By Jack Howorth Contributing Writer Ed Boon, creator of the classic game “Mortal Kombat,” combines fast-paced fights and intricate cut scenes in his new video game, “Injustice: Gods Among Us,” to create a thrilling and […]

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