Category: Entertainment
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Remake of ‘Beauty and the Beast’ perfectly portrays original story
by VANESSA DELGADO//Staff Writer “Beauty and the Beast” is a Disney classic. It’s a tale that is fun for all ages and provides a positive theme for younger children. As a little girl, I can remember a childhood based on the many Disney princesses. They were all very intriguing and always overcame adversity. They stood for…
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‘Lego Batman Movie’ gives new light to Dark Knight
by RYAN FITZGERALD//Staff Writer Lego’s latest take on the life of the Caped Crusader is something never before depicted in a Batman movie. The current movie-going audience probably deals with superhero fatigue these days, in some form or fashion. Additionally, the last thing a superhero movie fan wants is another origin story, reproducing the death of…
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Glover finding success as versatile entertainer
by RYAN FITZGERALD//Staff Writer The recent rise in Donald Glover’s stardom seems to have appeared out of the blue. At age 28, Glover has made his mark in the realms of television, music, stand-up comedy and cinema. His success would be easily replicated under the assumption you have fantastic writing skills, gritty on-stage moxie, an encompassing…
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Many noteworthy films opening in coming year
by RYAN FITZGERALD//Staff Writer As the year begins, movie studios hit the ground running with a roster of pre-determined films that reflect several years of development. From editing and re-writing the script, to vetting potential directors, followed by costuming, make-up, props and set design, then the actual process of shooting the film, all of which…
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Outstanding performance carries ‘Jackie’ to greatness
by RYAN SHANKS//Staff Writer Director Pablo Larrain has made a strangely conflicted film that portrays Jackie Kennedy as an obsessive mythmaker and keeper of the flame. “Jackie” is the biopic of Jackie Onassis Kennedy, which takes place directly after the assassination of her husband, John F. Kennedy, president of the United States. It follows Jackie Kennedy as…
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Marvel cinematic universe dominates DC
by RYAN FITZGERALD//Staff Writer When it comes to establishing an extended cinematic universe, Marvel rules all. In 2008, Marvel Studios took a giant leap with its initial “Iron Man” film. An origin story about a second-rate superhero, fronted by a presumably past-his-prime, Robert Downey, Jr., which was to serve as the foundation and corner stone…
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‘Call of Duty’ impresses with infinite warfare
by RILEY GOLDEN//Entertainment Editor Space is infinite. And that’s exactly where “Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare” takes players. Available on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC, “Infinite Warfare” is a first-person shooter with single player and multiplayer modes. The single-player campaign takes the player to a war-torn future in which humanity has outgrown Earth and…
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Reeves revs up action in ‘John Wick: Chapter 2’
by SARA MARSHALL//Editor-in-Chief Retired hit man John Wick finds himself back in the world of death, killing favors and intrigue. The first installment showed the epic battle that pushed Wick back into the hit man world soon after the death of his wife. After reentering the underworld of assassins, Wick proves that he’s still the…
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‘Hacksaw Ridge’ pays tribute to heroic pacifist
by TYLER YORK//Online Editor War isn’t always about gunning down as many enemies as possible. But that idea is rarely expressed in film. It seems these days that war movies are endlessly cresting the horizon, ready to be cycled out and replaced by the next gritty story of a hero’s triumph over adversity and the…
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‘50 Shades Darker’ falls short of first installment
by VANESSA DELGADO//Staff Writer The happy, seductive couple stands near the water, as the dark sky is illuminated by hundreds of fireworks. Christian Grey looks at Anastasia Steele with a look of pure bliss. She turns around and finds the most perfect ending to her night. The theme of dominance and romance is prominent in…
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Oscar season brings recognition to best films
by RYAN FITZGERALD//Staff Writer In the movie world, ‘award season’ kicks into high gear at the beginning of every year. At the beginning of January, it’s the “Critics Choice Awards” and the “Golden Globes.” By the end of the month, the “Producers Guild of America Awards” and the “Screen Actor Guild Awards” arrive. Finally, in…
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New songs create buzz between Sheeran fans
by VANESSA DELGADO//Staff Writer Ed Sheeran has become a very well renowned singer and songwriter since the debut of his first album. Even though the artist is from the United Kingdom, he has made himself quite popular in the United States. With each new album, his group of fans becomes greater. Sheeran can put anyone…
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Post Malone impresses with song variety in ‘Stoney’
by DOMINICK PUENTE//Editorial Assistant With Post Malone releasing his debut album, he has incorporated a variety of vocalizations to climb the music charts. After releasing singles throughout 2016, Post Malone has put out his first complete album with Republic in December. Coming into 2017, Malone’s album, “Stoney,” has taken the rap culture by storm, due…
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Nightwing returns to rooftops in rebirth comic
by RILEY GOLDEN//Entertainment Editor Dick Grayson is once again donning his black and blue Nightwing tights, and has found himself in the talons of the Parliament of Owls. “Nightwing Vol. 1: Better Than Batman” is a part of the DC Universe Rebirth, in which all the stories in the DC comic universe make a shift to…
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Monster Truck tour excites crowd with flying stunts
by ALEX PEREZ//Feature Editor Engines roaring, crowds screaming, metal crashing and dirt flying. This was the scene at the Traxxas Monster Truck Destruction Tour that rampaged on Feb. 10 at the City Bank Coliseum in Lubbock. The show wowed the crowd with death-defying stunts and high-flying jumps that cleared three full-size cars. Children and adults cheered…
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Shyamalan makes return with quality film, ‘Split’
by RYAN FITZGERALD//Staff Writer M. Night Shyamalan has returned to the big screen with his best film since “Signs.” In a redeeming fashion, Shyamalan offers up “Split,” making up for a recent spell of less than stellar films. In Shyamalan’s prime, he introduced psychological thrillers such as “The Sixth Sense,” “Unbreakable,” “Signs,” and even “The Village.”…
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Escape from Baker house of horrors in ‘Resident Evil 7’
by TYLER YORK//Online Editor Scared doesn’t even begin to describe the experience I had during my time with “Resident Evil 7.” My idea of unwinding doesn’t normally involve deliberately frightening myself. That’s not to say I don’t appreciate a good thrill. Universal Studios Florida is one of my favorite places on earth. I enjoy movies such…
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‘La La Land’ offers fresh spin on classic movie musical
by TYLER YORK//Editorial Assistant For a generation that grew up entrenched in Hollywood cynicism, “La La Land” is a passionate and captivating appeal for sincerity. Directed by Damien Chazelle, the film revolves around a would-be actress named Mia, played by Emma Stone, and a fixated jazz musician named Sebastian, played by Ryan Gosling. Both live…
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Vampires, Lycans out for blood in new ‘Underworld’ chapter
by VANESSA DELGADO//Staff Writer The latest movie, “Underworld: Blood Wars,” has not left those sudden moments of irony behind, and the common theme of ‘good conquers evil’ still prevails. The movie is action-packed, with perfectly executed stunts and choreographed fights. Selene is the greatest death dealer of all the vampires. Her skills are unsurpassed. Vampires…
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Remastered game proves ‘Skyrim’ still has stories to tell
by RILEY GOLDEN//Entertainment Editor Tamriel, a land of werewolves, vampires, dragons, snowy peaks, and grassy plains, is a beautiful, action-packed world to explore for everyone. “The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim” is an Action Role Playing game that can be played in first or third-person, with fantasy elements that’s available on PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4,…