‘Girl Talk’ gives concertgoers something to talk about
Girl Talk, one of the most creative, energetic and original artists of the past decade, put on an incredible show at the Hollywood Palladium on March 21. […]
Arts
‘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. […]
Snyder makes a misstep with the boring ‘Sucker Punch’
In the cinematic field, most movies are able to overcome their obvious flaws with fantasy, action, and sex appeal. In the case of Zack Snyder’s “Sucker Punch,” even erotic adventure stretching from feudal Japan to World War I to the distant future fails to keep audiences interested. […]
3DS brings new depth to gaming
Three-dimensional video gaming seems far-fetched and not very user-friendly. The Nintendo “3DS,” although perhaps not a wise purchase at the current time, makes real progress in this field.
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Despite edginess, the Strokes’ latest record ‘Angles’ lacks a point
The Strokes’ latest release, “Angles,” is one of those all-too-common albums resulting from a bold creative move that doesn’t pay off. Although Strokes frontman Julian Casablancas dominated the creative process of all previous Strokes releases, this album was co-written by the entire band.
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The Dodos assert themselves and their sound on latest release, ‘No Color’
After the minor disappointment that was folk-rock band the Dodos’ third album, “Time to Die,” the duo’s fourth album, “No Color,” is at least a mild step in the right direction. Building upon the exuberant, lively sound established in their second and third albums, the Dodos sound invigorated and assertive on their newest release.
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Editors’ Take: Netflix makes bold move in industry
Movie and television subscription service Netflix recently outbid several large television studios (including AMC and HBO) for the rights to an upcoming drama series entitled “House of Cards.” […]
‘Paul’ awkwardly blends American and British humor
Simon Pegg and Nick Frost’s new film, “Paul,” continues their line of semi-satirical comedies with the story of two science fiction buffs, Graeme Willy (Pegg) and Clive Gollings (Frost), who discover and travel with an extra-terrestrial, Paul (voiced by Seth Rogen).
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Noah and the Whale swaps artistic merit for indie pop fun
“Last Night On Earth” is by no means terrible; in fact, it is a well-executed and enjoyable album. But when considering it as a work of art or a creative musical statement, it falls short. […]
Yo La Tengo delivers an unparalled performance at the El Rey Theatre
Three hours of chaotic and distorted noise are hardly the archetypal concert. However, New Jersey experimental rock group Yo La Tengo filled the El Rey Theatre on Feb. 23 with fans that were satisfied by just this. […]