Category: Entertainment
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‘The Boy’ exceeds cliché horror plot with surprising ending
by: NICOLE TRUGILLO/Editor-in-Chief A porcelain doll sits in a chair while an elderly couple introduces it as their son. Who wouldn’t find that strange? “The Boy” is a horror film that centers on a woman named Greta (Lauren Cohan) who has escaped an abusive relationship and flees to the United Kingdom to be a nanny…
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Deadpool accurately portrayed in new film
by: SARA MARSHALL/Photo Editor Blood, gore, and explicit humor are necessary qualities of a great action movie. Marvel is known for dishing out superhero movies yearly. But no one expected the introduction of the super-not-so-hero Deadpool to make $135 million the first three days in theaters, breaking many box-office records. “Deadpool” is an action-comedy about…
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Lubbock Symphony impressed with dramatic performance
by: DARIELLA HERNANDEZ/Editorial Assistant The lights dimmed, the crowd was silent, anticipating the grand finale. As the orchestra played a tango, the dancers performed intensely, symbolizing the devil’s triumph over the humble, gullible soldier. The Lubbock Symphony Orchestra, accompanied by a narrator and dancers, performed along to a classic French story which delivered a powerful…
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‘How to be Single’ plot better than expected
by: JENNY GARZA/Entertainment Editor She was only trying to find herself. “How to be Single” has some familiar faces because of the previous movies they had been in, such as Rebel Wilson, who had been in the “Pitch Perfect” series, as well as Dakota Johnson from “Fifty Shades of Grey,” Leslie Mann from “The Other…
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‘Mockingjay’ fantastic finale to ‘Hunger games’ series
by: JENNY GARZA/Entertainment Editor She’s the girl on fire, The Mockingjay, a girl who wants to be left to live her life in peace. She also happens to be at her breaking point. The “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2” is the fourth and final installment in “The Hunger Games” film series. The first three…
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Lack of fear fused with poor storyline kills ‘The Forest’
by: NICOLE TRUGILLO/ Editor-in-Chief Dead corpses, strange sounds, and hallucinations is what Sara Price encounters when she tries to find her twin sister Jess. She is missing in the Aokigahara Forest, which is at the northwest base of Mount Fuji in Japan. It is known as a destination for suicide. Sara (Natalie Dormer) first receives…
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‘Call of Duty: Black Ops III’ delivers futuristic experience
by: RILEY GOLDEN/Editorial Assistant The year is 2065. Technology is a large part of warfare and espionage, the world is being ravaged by biochemical warfare and climate change. “Call of Duty: Black Ops III” begins with the player and your A.I. companion, Jacob Hendricks, breaking into the Nile River Coalitions’ prison to rescue Egyptian Minister…
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New ‘Star Wars’ film awakens high expectations
by: CHESANIE BRANTLEY/Editor-in-Chief The entire universe is searching for a small white-and-orange droid that holds the key to finding Luke Skywalker. “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” opened in theaters on Dec. 18 and was directed by J.J. Abrams. The movie is the seventh part of a series that started in 1980. Having a background in…
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Hart, Cube take audience on a comical ride in new movie
by: ALEX PEREZ/Staff Writer One of the newest blockbuster movies has the whole audience in a storm of laughter when the hilarious Kevin Hart teams up with the notorious Ice Cube once again. In the first “Ride Along,” James Payton (played by Ice Cube), one of Atlanta’s top detectives, takes Ben on a 24-hour police…
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Songwriters perform at Lubbock before Red River Music Fest
Making their way to a festival in New Mexico, six influential songwriters made a recent stop in the musical landmark town of Lubbock. Downtown Lubbock in the Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for the Arts’ Firehouse Theater on Jan. 21, there was a crowd of about 50, a cash bar, and a stage almost close enough…
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‘How to Get Away with Murder’ comes with consequences in second season
by: NICOLE TRUGILLO/Editor-in-Chief Getting away with murder is never easy and comes with consequences. “How to Get Away with Murder” premiered its second season on Sept. 24, and it is still leaving viewers with mysterious plotlines and breathtaking performances by the cast. The second season starts where season one left off. Lawyer Annalise Keating (Viola…
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‘Sisters’ entertains audience with comedy,great plot
by: JENNY GARZA/Entertainment Editor Sisters may go through hard times and good times. But they can sometimes go through those times together. Tina Fey and Amy Poehler are known for their “Saturday Night Live” skits, as well as their movie “Baby Mama. In their new film, “Sisters,” they return to the big screen as two…
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Memorable performances, shocking decisins elevate second season of ‘Empire’
by: NICOLE TRUGILLO/Editor-in-Chief In the world of hip-hop, anything can happen. “Empire” premiered their second season on Sept. 23 after leaving the first season off with cliffhangers and jaw-dropping performances by the cast. The second season takes places three months after the arrest of Empire Entertainment head Lucious Lyon (Terrence Howard). Cookie (Taraji Henson), Lucious’…
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Slow pacing takes away impact of ‘Concussion’
by: JOSHUA RAMIREZ/Sports Editor A blow to the head resulting in temporary unconsciousness, confusion, and incapacity is commonly known as a concussion. This has become a hot topic among NFL players and fans in the past few years, giving birth to Will Smith’s newest movie, “Concussion” The film is based on the true story of…
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Harrowing story of Benghazi attack told through ’13 Hours’
by CHESANIE BRANTLEY/Editor-in Chief Thirteen hours was all it took to change the lives of every person at a U.S. Consulate in Libya. “13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi,” directed by Michael Bay, is a movie based on the true story of the Benghazi scandal in 2012. The film begins with Jack, played by…
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‘Chipmunks’ movie plot returns to original roots
by: JENNY GARZA/Entertainment Editor “ALVIN!” When the opening credits have someone yelling the name of the troublesome chipmunk, you know it will be one of the classics. “Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip” is the fourth installment in the Alvin and the Chipmunks series. I have seen all the live-action Chipmunk movies, and I…
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Marianas Trench continues innovation with “Astoria”
by: RACHEL MEANS/Staff Writer Marianas Trench is by far one of the most innovative and creative pop rock groups playing today. Formed in 2001 by lead singer Josh Ramsay, Marianas Trench has spent their 14-year career making music that spans from Punk, to bubblegum, and touring all throughout North America and the United Kingdom. Since…
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SPC Symphonic Band performs classical pieces inspired by dance
by: PAMELA GANDY/Entertainment Editor Music, dance, history, and culture were brought together during an astounding performance by the SPC Symphonic Band. The SPC Symphonic Band performed a captivating and lively concert at the Helen Devitt Jones Theatre for the Performing Arts on Nov. 12. The Symphonic Band is conducted by Dr. Gary Hudson, professor of fine…
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‘The Peanuts’ delights audience with childhood nostalgia
by: NICOLE TRUGILLO/Editor-in-Chief Good ole’ Charlie Brown. It was only a matter of time before the gang from “Peanuts” would hit the big screen. I was surprised and excited when I first saw the trailer for the movie. Being a college student, I knew many people my age wouldn’t understand the nostalgia the film brings…
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‘Burnt’ inspires with uplifting story of determination
by: JESSICA COX/Staff Writer Chef Adam Jones is determined to prove himself after losing his success. Jones is the chef of all chefs – a legend of sorts. He was a two-star Michelin chef in Paris – which is more than most chefs dream of – until his actions got the best of him. His drug-hazed…