Bachi Burger stimulates taste buds
Nathalie Saligumba, Staff Writer
January 30, 2012
After hearing rave reviews about Bachi Burger, my friends and I finally decided to dine in at the highly acclaimed “Best Burgers of Las Vegas” restaurant. The glowing reviews were right; Bachi Burger exceeded my expectations, and their tagline, “Asian flavors, Asian-inspiration, and gourmet cooking... Read more »
Max Brenner’s: a chocolate heaven
Nathalie Saligumba, Staff Writer
January 20, 2012
Upon hearing the name, ‘Max Brenner’s,’ I had the notion that the restaurant would be a regular American dining joint. After reading the reviews and perusing the menus online, I found out that Max Brenner’s image is in fact a chocolate-themed restaurant. Positioned across from H&M, many customers... Read more »
Santa Claus goes modern in ‘Arthur Christmas’
Jordan Sutton, Arts & Entertainment Editor
December 11, 2011
Santa Claus is coming to town in one of the best movies this holiday! “Arthur Christmas” is the answer to every child’s question: how does Santa deliver all those presents on Christmas Eve? Director Sarah Smith invites audiences to a heartwarming experience with her funny, yet uplifting, film about... Read more »
‘Tower Heist’ provides comical views
Bserat Ghebremicael, Assistant Editor-in-Chief
November 27, 2011
With a story that involves crime, comedy, and a connection to the infamous 2009 Bernie Madoff investment scandal, “Tower Heist” resulted in multiple laughs, and is a perfect break from homework. Manager Josh Kovacs (Ben Stiller) learns that hard-edged businessman Arthur Shaw (Alan Alda) was attempting... Read more »
Album Review – Gym Class Heroes’ ‘The Papercut Chronicles II’
Faith Manley, Business Manager
November 20, 2011
Gym Class Heroes released their first album in three and a half years “The Papercut Chronicles II,” a sequel to 2005’s “The Papercut Chronicles.” Unfortunately, this album does not display years of hard work and effort, but more like six months. The band’s indecisiveness to settle on a consistent... Read more »
Local Las Vegas Theatre Review – ‘Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn’
Bserat Ghebremicael, Assistant Editor-in-Chief
November 16, 2011
In contrast to the common assumption that high school musicals are unprofessional or amateur, Las Vegas Academy’s student production of Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn was outstanding. Its highly qualified actors and durable sets presented what I would deem a professional musical production. Based... Read more »
‘Reel Steel’ shadowboxes way into hearts
Jordan Sutton, A&E Editor
October 26, 2011
“Real Steel” has kicked “Rocky” to the side. Director Shawn Levy has taken boxing to a new level by replacing humans with robots. The father-son duo and their journey is packed with humor, romance, and, of course, action. The movie is set in the near future where boxing has became a sport between... Read more »
Mystery life discovered in ‘Abduction’
Nadia Manivong, Staff Writer
October 8, 2011
After watching his werewolf character in the “Twilight” saga, I was hesitant about watching another movie starring Taylor Lautner. But I was pleasantly surprised to watch him in the role of a legitimate action hero in John Singleton’s “Abduction.” High-school student Nathan Harper (Taylor Lautner)... Read more »
‘Warrior’ fights its way into heart
Jordan Sutton, A&E Editor
September 21, 2011
“Warrior” is a captivating and heart-wrenching film of two brothers who are fighting in a MMA tournament for two great causes. Based on a true story directed by Gavin O’Connor, “Warrior” will force audience members to battle with their emotions when trying to pick a side between the two brothers. Tommy... Read more »
‘Apollo 18′ denied launch
Nadia Manivong, Staff Writer
September 19, 2011
Based on a true story directed by Gonzalo Lopez- Gallego, “Apollo 18” was intended to be a heart-pounding science fiction thriller, but unfortunately from beginning to end, it was nothing more than a snooze. Three oblivious astronauts agree to an innocent exploration to the moon, which was actually... Read more »
