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Explosions in the Sky album satisfies despite predictability

Explosions in the Sky album satisfies despite predictability
New Explosions in the Sky album is consistent and somewhat predictable compared to past albums, but it doesn't disappoint.
Jordan Nakamura, Writer March 30, 2011
New Explosions in the Sky album is consistent and somewhat predictable compared to past albums, but it doesn't disappoint.

“The Lincoln Lawyer” succeeds as serious legal thriller

"The Lincoln Lawyer" succeeds as serious legal thriller
Matthew McConaughey's most recent film is a surprising delivery proving he can once again play serious roles.
Andrew Lycan, Writer March 28, 2011
Matthew McConaughey's most recent film is a surprising delivery proving he can once again play serious roles.

“Battle: Los Angeles” predictable, but enjoyable

"Battle: Los Angeles" predictable, but enjoyable
The latest alien vs. man sci-fi flick doesn't provide anything new in terms of plot, but delivers solid acting and action scenes.
Andrew Lycan, Writer March 23, 2011
The latest alien vs. man sci-fi flick doesn't provide anything new in terms of plot, but delivers solid acting and action scenes.

“Beastly” has good ideas, but doesn’t come together

"Beastly" has good ideas, but doesn't come together
"Beastly" has all the elements of a classic love story, but suffers from small budget and lack of imagination.
Elisa Walker, Writer March 15, 2011
"Beastly" has all the elements of a classic love story, but suffers from small budget and lack of imagination.

“Anthem Song” takes a bold stand

“Anthem Song” takes a bold stand
Aaron Gillespie’s debut solo record “Anthem Song” shows his diversity.
Job Ang, Writer March 15, 2011
Aaron Gillespie’s debut solo record “Anthem Song” shows his diversity.

Eisley’s “The Valley” a strong effort

Eisley released their newest album, "The Valley," on March 1, 2011.
Eisley's most recent album stays true to their mature sound and vision as a band.
Jordan Nakamura, Writer March 9, 2011
Eisley's most recent album stays true to their mature sound and vision as a band.

“The Adjustment Bureau” succeeds as a love story

"The Adjustment Bureau" succeeds as a love story
The directorial debut for George Nolfi complicates the classic boy meets girl tale with mysterious supernatural Bureau agents.
Andrew Lycan, Writer March 9, 2011
The directorial debut for George Nolfi complicates the classic boy meets girl tale with mysterious supernatural Bureau agents.

“Unknown” offers intense action

"Unknown" offers intense action
Liam Neeson’s new film, “Unknown” doesn’t disappoint action movie junkies.
Elisa Walker, Writer March 3, 2011
Liam Neeson’s new film, “Unknown” doesn’t disappoint action movie junkies.

Adele returns as more mature artist with “21”

Adele returns as more mature artist with “21”
With the release of her second album "21", Adele produces mature and heart-felt lyrics.
Andrew Entzminger, Writer March 2, 2011
With the release of her second album "21", Adele produces mature and heart-felt lyrics.

“Drive Angry” doesn’t take itself seriously enough to succeed

"Drive Angry" doesn't take itself seriously enough to succeed
Nicolas Cage doesn't seem to put very much effort into his starring role in "Drive Angry," which disappoints with a shallow plot and humor that wears quickly.
David Hoffman, Writer March 1, 2011
Nicolas Cage doesn't seem to put very much effort into his starring role in "Drive Angry," which disappoints with a shallow plot and humor that wears quickly.

Local band The Steelwells gains recognition

The Steelwells singer Joey Winter interacts with the audience during the band's performance on Friday, February 25, 2011. The Steelwells are vying for a chance to get featured on the cover of Rolling Stone Magazine and need votes to stay alive in the competition. | Job Ang/THE CHIMES
The Steelwells, a local band, won the O.C. Music Award for Best Live Band Feb. 25 and are currently in a contest competing for a spot on the cover of Rolling Stones.
Job Ang, Writer March 1, 2011
The Steelwells, a local band, won the O.C. Music Award for Best Live Band Feb. 25 and are currently in a contest competing for a spot on the cover of Rolling Stones.

“I Am Number Four” confuses audience

“I Am Number Four” confuses audience
D.J Caruso’s new Sci-fi thriller disappoints and confuses audiences.
Matthew Okada, Writer February 23, 2011
D.J Caruso’s new Sci-fi thriller disappoints and confuses audiences.