Screen Scene: “Smokin’ Aces”

“Smokin’ Aces” Director Joe Carnahan Universal Pictures It’s been four long years since writer/director Joe Carnahan made a name for himself with the gritty crime thriller “Narc.” And unfortunately, those looking for a hint of that tightly scripted drama will be sorely disappointed by his latest effort, “Smokin’ Aces.” That isn’t to say that “Smokin’ […]

Gamer Galaxy: "Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops"

“Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops” Konami Corporation PSP When your name’s Snake and you wear an eyepatch, megalomaniacal foes are never in short supply. After two forays into strategy card games and a “digital graphic novel,” “Metal Gear Solid” has returned to its roots on the PSP with “Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops.” However, it […]

Screen Scene: 'Alpha Dog'

“Alpha Dog” Director Nick Cassavetes Universal Pictures Did you ever watch “America’s Most Wanted” and think to yourself, “I wonder if these dramatizations would be better with Justin Timberlake”? Nick Cassavetes, the man who brought us “The Notebook,” has the answer ““ for better or worse. “Alpha Dog” is loosely based on the true story […]

Gamer Galaxy: Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories

Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories Rockstar Games PSP Can’t get enough “Miami Vice” reruns? Cherish your “˜Members Only’ jacket? Rockstar has got you covered. “Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories” is the latest entry to the popular GTA franchise and the second to land on the PSP game station. Players take on the role […]