Tag: Entertainment
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SPC theater to open “Working” the musical
By Kensey Mayer Staff Writer South Plains College Theater Department gets ready to open their spring musical, “Working,” under the direction of Dr. Dan Nazworth and Dr. Debbie Gelber, for the last week of March. While building the sets on the Helen Devitt Theater’s stage, Dan Nazworth, the director of the college’s musical, discusses details…
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Kanye, Drake continue duel with release of new albums
by Manuel Muniz Staff Writer The Kanye vs Drake saga has intensified as both rappers recently released their highly anticipated albums. Drake and Kanye West’s friendship goes back to 2010. But it has been a bumpy decade of highs and lows for the two rappers. Both albums have had a very confusing rollout this year.…
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‘Joker’ depicts mental health issues, violent behavior in new film
by Seth Hall Staff Writer Note the following review contains spoilers. Controversy and psychopathic behavior control the screen in the new movie, “Joker.” “Joker,” directed by Todd Philips, is by far one of the most interesting films I have seen in a while. As the movie begins, a 1970 grim-feeling environment is apparent. Arthur Fleck,…
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Raw emotion, catchy beats complete ‘The Search’
by Seth Hall Staff Writer Depression is an ever-growing issue that a young artist aims to confront. In the world of music, almost anything can be expressed, whether it be happiness, wealth or even depression. Nathan Feuerstein, commonly known as NF, is a young Christian rapper whose story is rather depressing. When NF was a…
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‘Twisted’ leaves audience surprised after series comes to abrupt end
by Desiree Lopez A troubled high school student has just been released from juvenile detention after five years. He hopes to make amends with his childhood friends, but his past keeps haunting him. “Twisted” is a teen drama, mystery, and thriller television series. It came out in 2013 on the television network, Freeform. The show…
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‘Mixed-ish’ shows challenges of growing up in biracial family
by Victoria De Souza The life of bi-racial a girl in the 1980s takes place in the television world in “Mixed-ish,” with the conflicts that her family went through in new life journey. “Mixed-ish” is a prequel spin-off from the two series “Black-ish” and “Grown-ish.” The “ish” world of Kenya Barris is introduced through the…
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Shorts, feature films screened at Flatland Film Festival
by Autumn Bippert Lights, Camera, Action. The 16th annual Flatland Film Festival, which took place on Sept. 19 through Sept. 21 at the Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for the Arts in Lubbock, aims to create an appreciation for film and video, while also supporting artists creating these films. Jonathan Seaborn, a South Plains College graduate,…
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‘IT: Chapter Two’ highlights aspects of community, friendship in horror film
by Kendall Rainer With the looming threat of “IT,” the “Losers Squad” must re-assemble to take down the monstrous clown once and for all. “IT: Chapter Two,” directed by Andy Mushietti, is a sequel to “IT,” the cinematic iteration of the Stephen King novel. “IT: Chapter Two” follows heroes Bill Denbrough (James McAvoy), Richie Tozier…
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Romance novel highlights separation of lovers, distrust
by Abi Hernandez As Madeline picks her bathing suit on this forbidden trip, Olly gazes at her beauty and stares in awe. They walk on the beach and jump into the water as Madeline has her first beach experience. “Everything Everything” by Nicola Yoon takes readers on a romantic and twisting journey. Madeline Whittier was…
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‘Jane the Virgin’ captivates viewers with final season
by Desiree Lopez An aspiring writer is faced with an unfortunate predicament. But as time goes on, her world changes for the better. “Jane the Virgin” follows the exciting saga of Jane Gloriana Villanueva, a young woman in her 20s, raised by her mother and grandmother, who was accidentally inseminated by a heartbroken and distracted…
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‘This is Where it Ends’ tells story of mass shooting from four perspectives
by Autumn Bippert Many see the effects of mass shootings. But only those who live through them know what it is like to experience the horror that has occurred in front of them. “This is Where it Ends,” written by Markeke Nijkamp, tells the story of a school shooting from four different points of view…
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Disney Studios ruining good franchises with greed
By Kendall Rainer Disney Studios holds the largest film franchise on the planet and is still growing, with new stakes in entertainment companies arising every year. The familiar family-friendly company has made its mark with some of the most profitable movies that have hit the silver screen. However, they are steadily ruining some fan-favorite…
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Unleash shinobi warrior justice in ‘Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice”
A bloodied shinobi warrior is struck down, stabbed to death by a group of Ashina clan soldiers. As the shinobi lays dead in the street, the Ashina turn their backs from the bloody mess. The shinobi rises to his feet, ready to finish his fight by executing the Ashina warriors. “Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice” is…
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‘La Llorona’ modern retelling of Latin folklore
A cursed family is face to face with an evil entity. A widowed mother will do anything to protect her children from this force and remove the woman from her house. She will be faced with many obstacles as she tries to overcome this paranormal situation. “La Llorona,” Curse of the Weeping Woman, recently was…
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‘Unplanned’ tackles ethical issues with true story
by DEBRA MONTANDON One of the youngest directors of Planned Parenthood, Abby Johnson was a part of more than 22,000 abortions, and she counseled women on their choices. Abby’s deep conviction for a woman’s choice led her to speak out for Planned Parenthood. She also fought for legislation for something she deeply cared about. Then…
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John 5 and the Creatures electrify Lubbock with ‘Invasion’ tour
Smoke pours from a fog machine, obscuring almost the entire stage. An ambient tune is playing, and the audience falls silent. A strange swamp-like creature appears and prances around the stage for a few seconds, causing the crowd to scream at the first sight of John 5 and the Creatures. A few seconds later, John…
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Former SPC professor achieves bluegrass dreams
by DEBRA MONTANDON Alan Munde was a traveling musician and 40 years old. He traveled a lot, but he had a wife and daughter and was ready to settle down a little. He was in a group called “Country Gazette” and had performed at South Plains College a couple of times. In 1986, he got…
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Loot, pillage in sandbox pirate adventure game ‘Sea of Thieves’
Sail the seas and take what you want in Rare Interactive’s sandbox pirate adventure, “Sea of Thieves.” “Sea of Thieves” gives players balanced options that are rarely seen in the gaming industry today. For example, all weapons are exactly the same and cannot be upgraded. A player who has been active for some time would…
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‘The Informant!’ puts vivacious spin on corporate espionage
It’s an ordinary day at ADM when the FBI comes knocking on the door of Mark Whitacre’s office door. He was given a script by his bosses about what to say to the FBI, but what will he decide to do? Will he speak his mind, or stick to the script given by his corporate…
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Romantic comedy surprises with positive outcome
If you are not a fan of romantic comedies, you might want to watch “Isn’t it Romantic,” because it has a different storyline. The movie starts out In New York City with Natalie as a pre-teen girl (played by Alex Kis). Natalie, who is watching a romantic movie, is told by her mother, played by…