To be perfectly honest, this "marketplace" is nicer than most AZ malls I have been to lately.
I.E. Metrocentre... YIKES!
It has some basics and some nice shops to check out while waiting for a movie. So I don't see the problem. Plus, free public music acts are an awesome touch. Where else do you see that? (Okay other malls but not many and not as often).
Good job Tempe Marketplace.