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Deus Ex augments the FPS

Andrew Akker on August 26, 2011 in Entertainment

The world of first-person shooters (FPS) has been pretty plain over the years. The player goes into them expecting the regular old shoot ‘em up style with a generic story line. Deus Ex: Human Revolution is nothing like that.

Night prevails through superb casting

Patricia Uceda on August 26, 2011 in Entertainment

Lately Hollywood has been obsessed with remakes of classic films, churning them out at an alarming rate. Many assumed Fright Night, a remake of a 1985 horror film, would be just another unnecessary remake, but it actually is a cleverly done horror film that improves upon the original and successfully straddles the line between comedy and horror.

Concert obtains little through added effects

Hank Whitson on August 26, 2011 in Entertainment

Despite Glee’s cult-like following, their concert special Glee: The 3D Concert Movie opened this past weekend to surprisingly dismal numbers.

Glee Club shows off through preview show

Yameen Huq on August 26, 2011 in Entertainment

The Georgia Tech Glee Club held a preview concert of some of its upcoming shows this past Monday, Aug. 22, giving attendees a chance to observe the organization’s creative process in action. They played a medley of some old classics as well as new standards that they will perform in upcoming shows.

Dance disappoints after delays

Hank Whitson on August 19, 2011 in Entertainment

Newcomers to G.R.R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire series may not appreciate the significance of the release of A Dance with Dragons. That said, those familiar with Westeros may be disappointed by this new installment.

30 Minutes indulges in lewd, loud humor

Brian Edmonds on August 19, 2011 in Entertainment

30 Minutes or Less, director Ruben Fleischer’s crude, lewd and often hilarious film, does not pull many punches. In between many laughs, the audience often...

Catherine furnishes unique, refreshing adventure

Andrew Ho on August 19, 2011 in Entertainment

There is a hotly-debated topic within the sphere of video gaming that pits the traits and qualities that define Western and Japanese games against one...

Fox hosts critically acclaimed Fiddler on the Roof

Chris Ernst on July 21, 2011 in Entertainment

The Fabulous Fox hosts Fiddler on the Roof for a week as it passes through Atlanta. The acclaimed show has a strong cast and a great venue. On the corner of Peachtree and Ponce, the Fox adds just a little more timelessness and magic to the show.

Harry Potter saga ends with a bang

Brian Edmonds on July 21, 2011 in Entertainment

Wizardry is not for the faint of heart. This becomes evident in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2, the final chapter of this generation’s most popular series.

Balkans impress with self-titled debut

Matt Cohen on July 21, 2011 in Entertainment

In recent years, indie music has been experiencing a growing evolutionary shift toward some electronic utopia. The more simplistic guitar tones are being temporarily pushed...

Enthralling First Avenger Sets Up Bigger Plans

Andrew Ho on July 21, 2011 in Entertainment

Rounding out this summer season's action movie fare is Captain America: The First Avenger, which brings a well-crafted, rousing story to film as well as being an integral part of Marvel Comic's larger plans for the Avengers franchise.

Transformers 3 proves to be nonstop action sequence

Chris Ernst on July 7, 2011 in Entertainment

Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon is the latest entry into the summer blockbuster landscape. It distracts bored summer minds very well and even stands just above the current offerings.

Rock of Ages: Constantine brings ’80s to Fox Theatre

Wayne Bishop on July 7, 2011 in Entertainment

The hazy Fox Theatre in Midtown Atlanta was filled with an anxious crowd on Tuesday, July 5, in preparation for the debut of Rock of Ages, a musical about a wide-eyed rising rock star on the sunset strip set to an all eighties hair metal soundtrack.

07/08/11: Eating Atlanta

Michael Valente on July 7, 2011 in Entertainment

Capping off the last year of on-campus dining updates, the new dining hall at the North Ave. Apartments is nearly ready to open for regular operations on Aug. 31.

Green Lantern underwhelms

Chris Ernst on June 24, 2011 in Entertainment

The Green Lantern is the most recent big budget import from Hollywood starring Ryan Renolds, Blake Lively and Peter Sarsgaard. The $200 million dollar project introduces yet another superhero to America. This time the offering is helmed by action movie veteran Martin Campell, who is best known for GoldenEye, Casino Royale and The Mask of Zorro.

Joseph and Technicolor Dreamcoat delivers

Daniel Fuller on June 24, 2011 in Entertainment

The Fox Theatre’s current production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat explodes with energy and excitement. It is a show capable of brightening the audience’s day through its colorful costumes and its triumphant overtones.

Psychedelic Phish does not disappoint

Brian Edmonds on June 24, 2011 in Entertainment

Spawning from humble beginnings in Burlington, Vermont in the early eighties, Phish spent two decades playing sold out shows across America before taking a couple of short hiatuses. Back to touring and psychedelic as ever, the band played the first night of a two day showing at Verizon Wireless Encore Amphitheatre, in Alpharetta, GA on Tuesday, June 14.

Matt and Kim entertain with infectious energy

Opinions on June 24, 2011 in Entertainment

Music lovers often enter the doors of the Masquerade wanting different things. Whether they were looking for great music, their favorite song, a thrilling show or night of memories, fans found it all when they went to see Matt and Kim.

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