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Summer Movie Preview
June 11 – The A-Team Updating the hit ’80s television show and introducing the gang to a new generation, “The A-Team” is only looking more entertaining as its release gets closer. The team consists of four army commandos (Liam Neeson, Bradley Cooper, Sharlto Copley from “District 9″ and Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson as this version’s Mr. [...]
Cafe Roux Review
To sum up Café Roux in one word: new. The cajun restaurant, located in Park Place just seconds from Town Center, may eventually be the new hot spot for all age groups to socialize. As I entered with two of my friends, I was greeted by a quiet atmosphere. At 5:30 p.m., it was not [...]
MGMT’s latest album “Congratulations” is an unsuccessful departure from the popular sound of their previous album
MGMT has Kurt Cobain Syndrome. After Cobain’s band Nirvana exploded in popularity, their frustrated frontman wrote and recorded the abrasive In Utero in effort to regain underground credibility. On Congratulations, MGMT takes a similar stance—“Hey, we’re not sellouts!”—and a similar left-field turn towards their artsier and more abstract roots. In the context of “Kids,” “Electric [...]
Summer Concert Preview: The Five W’s of the Kansas City summer concert scene
Who: Weezer What: An all-American alternative rock band formed in ’92, Weezer will rock audience members into oblivion with their myriad of drum-and-guitar-heavy songs. Expect a wide array of concertgoers, from the 20-something hipsters to gangly shorts-and-school-T-shirt-wearing teens. Where: City Market When: Friday June 4, 7 p.m. Why: Because nearly everyone can recall at least [...]
‘Kick-Ass’ provides an entertaining superhero flick full of wild action and humor
If ever a film was perfectly described by its simple title, “Kick-Ass” is it. This comic book adaptation has bestowed the superhero genre with a wildly violent, darkly hilarious and extremely slick action comedy that ranks as the most outrageously entertaining superhero flick in ages. And in addition to its high level of originality, “Kick-Ass” [...]
Chez Elle Creperie Review
As my family and I walked up the thick cement steps of Chez Elle Creperie towards the French doors, I was overpowered by the drifting aroma of fresh baked pastries and worked my way inside to find the source of this scent. A line about 10 people long greeted me and I had to budge [...]
Five Guys restaurant is a hamburger haven
You’ll have high expectations upon entering Five Guys – even before you catch the scent of fresh, never-frozen, lean ground-beef patties being flipped by crimson-clad cooks. The restaurant’s red-and-white-checkered interior is covered with plaques of acclaim from various critics – “Heaven on a bun,” tells “The Tampa Tribune;” “Willy Wonkas of burgercraft!” wails “The Washington [...]
‘Clash of the Titans’ adapts Greek mythology into a hit
Furious gods, non-worshipping mortals, a city-leveling sea monster and a half-man, half-god in the middle of it all. So begins a special effects-driven clash that provides exactly what you’d expect from a blockbuster of this sort—impressive action sequences, enjoyably cheesy dialogue and a simple yet entertaining ride at the movies. “Clash of the Titans” is [...]
Documentary about Detroit band the White Stripes follows them through a tour of the Northern Canadian Provinces
Jack White rarely holds on to a smile for longer than a few seconds. They seem to fade from his face as quickly as they arrive, replaced by his usual steely look of Detroit intensity. During interviews in the first full-length documentary from his most famous musical experiment, The White Stripes, Jack and band mate [...]
New burger joint, BRGR, makes for a good neighborhood restaurant
Everything about BRGR, the new restaurant in Corinth Square, makes a statement. From the words “Eat. Drink. Socialize,” that are scrawled across the wall in black paint, to the huge fans that hang from the ceiling, to the unique listing and taste of menu items, all aspects of the restaurant stand out as different and flavorful. When [...]
Director’s Cut: Spring Movie Preview
As you decide what movies to cut from your viewing list this spring, let resident film whiz Alex Lamb lead the way. Here, he gives you his top picks on the must-sees of the season to make your executive decisions easier.
“Little Bee” Review
Bright red nail polish does not save lives. Often, a small bottle of scarlet nail varnish does nothing but decorate nails. But it does save the life of Little Bee, the feature character in Chris Cleave’s novel. It reminds her that she is still alive despite everything that has happened to her. These small details [...]
