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For the women of the new Mandarin-language Netflix film, fate has rigged their family on a slippery slope of grief.

Review: Dramatic film weighed down by soundtrack

By Elijah de Castro, Staff Writer February 15, 2021
For the women of the new Mandarin-language Netflix film, fate has rigged their family on a slippery slope of grief.
Review: Jazz album experiments with new sounds

Review: Jazz album experiments with new sounds

By Elijah de Castro, Staff Writer February 10, 2021
Diego Pinera, an underground German Uruguayan jazz fusion musician, mixes sweet and sour on his new record “Odd Wisdom.”
Review: Crime thriller lacks genuine suspense

Review: Crime thriller lacks genuine suspense

By Arleigh Rodgers, Staff Writer February 9, 2021
“The Little Things” is a stereotypical cop film about a veteran and a new detective investigating a string of identical murders. The actors are energetic but cannot compensate for the bland script.
Impractical Jokers: The Movie is a fun movie that anyone will be able to enjoy. The production value allows for more quality content, but the plot is lackluster.

Review: Jokers hit silver screen with laughs and charisma

By Jackson Noel March 4, 2020

Watching an episode of ’s hit show “Impractical Jokers” is like hanging out with a group of high school class clowns — except they are all middle-aged and have a long-running television show. Now,...

Review: Singles for the weeks of 2/28

Review: Singles for the weeks of 2/28

By Arleigh Rodgers March 4, 2020

“17” Pink Sweat$ Released Feb. 28 Atlantic Recording Company This song’s smoothed out vocals and simple beat are the perfect match. The lyrics are sweet, making the song sound even more...

This modern adaptation of the classic story The Call of the Wild is bogged down by unrealistic CGI. The movie has promise, but ultimately succumbs to the cheap-looking visual effects.

Review: Uncanny CGI overpowers engaging storytelling

By Elijah de Castro March 4, 2020

Jack London’s “The Call of the Wild” is a timeless story, and the film adaptation tells it well. But director Chris Sanders’ film looks artificial and strange, like Robert Zemeckis’ “The Polar...

While compelling characters may drive “Puerta 7,” the show is ultimately bogged down by convoluted plotlines.

Review: Complex characters cannot save story

By Connor Ahern March 4, 2020

Crime dramas and gang politics truly go hand in hand in television, but Netflix’s “Puerta 7” takes an already intricate political gang war and makes it more political. This leads to an overly complicated...

The Suicide of Rachel Foster is a harrowing tale that explores themes of psychological manipulation and abuse. The story follows the main character Nicole as she explores her familys hotel.

Review: Video game fosters haunting revelations

By Connor Ahern March 4, 2020

“The Suicide of Rachel Foster” is not a video game for the faint of heart. But players who can stomach the grim tale will uncover an eye-opening journey that explores the repercussions of cruelty and...

The Chef Show has a fantastic balance between the on-screen personality and features mouth-watering food. The documentary series teaches viewers how to create outstanding dishes.

Review: Show serves viewers appetizing story

By Gabrielle Topping February 26, 2020

Côte de Boeuf, wagyu brisket sliders, Peruvian border ceviche, uni dynamite rice, Los Angeles bacon street dog and Pasta a la Raimi are only a few of the mouthwatering dishes featured in the third volume...

The Slow Rush is a departure from band Tame Impalas usual, psychedelic style. Funk influence and impressive lyricism boosts the albums quality.

Review: 70s-inspired album rushes away from band’s roots

By Eva Salzman February 26, 2020

After teasing fans with four singles off its upcoming album, Tame Impala finally released “The Slow Rush.” As anticipated, the album follows the band’s neo-psychedelic rock style, but it also offers...

The reboot of “Fantasy Island” is a thrill-free romp through conventional horror tropes. This bland product is most likely the result of the films low budget.

Review: Low-budget film lacks imagination

By Thomas Machacz February 25, 2020

Even before “Fantasy Island” begins, the movie is trying to scare you. The Columbia Pictures logo is accompanied by a melodramatic score and the echoes of an elevator door opening. This proves to be...

Green Day changed its sound for new album “Father of All...” The changes give the album a more pop-rock feeling, setting it apart from the band’s most well-known work.

Review: Album is a refreshing twist on bands traditional style

By Eva Salzman February 19, 2020

Emerging from its four-year hiatus, Green Day’s new album “Father of All...” works to incorporate a new sound into the band’s repertoire. While the 10-song album sometimes features the band’s...

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