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The Mechanic delivers action-packed fun

Andrew Akker on February 4, 2011 in Entertainment

Action movies over the past few years have featured various big stars. However, you seem to know exactly what you’re getting yourself into once you’ve discovered that the star is action hero icon Jason Statham. His past movies have delivered the perfect amount of edge-of-your-seat action that will keep you drawn into the movie until its very last minute. The Mechanic is no different from these.

Archer provides endless laughs

Joe Murphy on February 4, 2011 in Entertainment

FX’s animated comedy Archer follows the exploits of the eponymous Sterling Archer as he navigates the treacherous waters of international espionage office politics. Sterling Archer...

Speech triumphs with strong actors

Robert Solomon on February 4, 2011 in Entertainment

The King’s Speech stars Colin Firth as Prince Albert, second in line to the British throne and plagued by a crippling affliction for a public...

Beam gives Kiss experimental, pop sound

Matt Cohen on February 4, 2011 in Entertainment

For nearly a decade, Sam Beam, the core and only constant member of Iron and Wine, has whispered his way into the hearts of listeners with his soft, entrancing voice and minimalist folk music. Over the years, however, the style of his music has evolved, and the sound has advanced tremendously.

2/4/11: Eating Atlanta

Andrew Nelson on February 4, 2011 in Entertainment

Oh, the humble coffee house. From the corporate hegemony of Starbucks to the lowly carts that dot the city streets, coffee shops come as varied as the roasted bean juice they serve. Their caffeine-deprived patrons flock morning, noon and night to these establishments to drink, converse and thrive amid the buzz of grinders and the glow of low-slung lights.

West Side Story leaves much to be desired vocally but delivers in execution

Daniel Fuller on January 28, 2011 in Entertainment

The Fox Theatre’s current production of West Side Story delivers a classic theatre experience of blended comedy, drama and great music. This particular musical has been around since the 50s, which is also the time for the setting.

Strings does new take on traditional rom-coms

Hank Whitson on January 28, 2011 in Entertainment

No Strings Attached pulls a flip-flop on the traditional Hollywood rom-com in a couple of ways. Instead of two people falling in love until they finally hook up, we have two people hooking up until they finally fall in love.

Little Big Planet offers endless levels

Robert Solomon on January 28, 2011 in Entertainment

Among the early PS3 exclusives, few were as well acclaimed as the original Little Big Planet. A whimsical platformer, it traded in the harsh-edges of a first-person-shooter for cloth and fur.

DC offers players chance to become superheroes

Andrew Akker on January 28, 2011 in Entertainment

In the world of massively multi player online role-playing games, or MMORPGs, one of the most anticipated games has approached comic fanatics in DC Universe Online.

Tokyo Police Club headlines at the Masquerade

Elizabeth Perreault on January 28, 2011 in Entertainment

Tokyo Police Club and Two Door Cinema Club headlined an energetic night of indie rock at the Masquerade on Tuesday, Jan. 25. Accompanying them was the up-and-coming band Somebody Still Loves You Boris Yeltsin.

Groban departs from previous work

Chris Ernst on January 28, 2011 in Entertainment

Josh Groban’s Illuminations is his fifth studio classical crossover album and also his most personal and progressive yet. While die-hard fans may be upset by the change in direction of Groban’s style, many fans and even newcomers can find his new, different style more accessible.

CAKE leave fans satisfied

Tim Nowack on January 28, 2011 in Entertainment

Known for their unique musical and lyrical styles, CAKE delighted fans with a three-hour performance that sampled from the band’s extensive discography.

Veterans Train steal show at Center Stage

Wayne Bishop on January 20, 2011 in Entertainment

On Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010 people crowded into Center Stage in Midtown Atlanta for the Not So Silent Night concert. Performing on the evening were Christina Perri, Plain White T’s and Train, in that order.

TRON: Legacy offers compelling fantasy world

Daniel Fuller on January 20, 2011 in Entertainment

TRON: Legacy is a true spiritual successor to its predecessor. Anyone who loves flashy visuals, sci-fi action-adventure, and stylized glowing jumpsuits is bound to enjoy this film.

X-Men returns to arcade

Andrew Ho on January 20, 2011 in Entertainment

For those unfamiliar with this particular title, X-Men is a side-scrolling beat 'em up game released back in 1992, featuring the titular cast of superheroes sporting their 'classic' look. After eighteen years, does the revamped X-Men still hold up in an age of twitch-fests and cinematic quality games?

Black Swan offers new perspective on ballet

Hank Whitson on January 20, 2011 in Entertainment

Black Swan is modern day re-telling of Tchaikovsky’s famous ballet, Swan Lake. Rather than a tragically beautiful, tale of lost true love however, the film offers a frightening and at times hideous look at the obsessive, self-destructive side of classical dance.

Blue Valentine offers realistic portrayal of love

Robert Solomon on January 20, 2011 in Entertainment

The poster for Blue Valentine is misleading. It shows Ryan Gosling’s character Dean and Michelle Williams’ Cindy in a passionate embrace, full of the hope that their burgeoning romance promises.

The Cape fails as melodrama

Hank Whitson on January 20, 2011 in Entertainment

Looking for a superhero fix to tide you over until the Thor and Captain America movies? If you can forgive some terrible logic and occasionally cringe-inducing dialogue, NBC’s The Cape might just scratch your itch.

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