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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
‘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 […]
‘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 […]
Controversial series ‘13 Reasons Why’ not as far fetched as critics claim by AUTUMN
By Autumn Bippert With the mysterious disappearance of one of their classmates on the minds of Liberty High School students, everyone is trying to figure out what happened to Bryce Walker. The Netflix original series […]
‘The Sun and Her Flowers’ tells life journey of young women through poetry
By Danisha Lewis A young immigrant girl has moved to the United States in hopes of living a better life. In reality, she goes through the torment and bitterness of society while trying to make […]
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 […]
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 […]
Experience provocative universes in ‘Love, Death, & Robots’
In a world where a bowl of yogurt takes control of the United States government and charges its leaders with fixing the economy via a strict, but perfect plan, the only fallacy, as it is […]
Anitta impresses with trilingual album
Looking to build a successful career internationally, Anitta is bringing a new trilingual album to the world. Larissa de Macedo Machado, better known as Anitta, is a Brazilian singer, songwriter, dancer, actress and businesswoman. After […]
‘Chilling Adventures of Sabrina’ adds depth of minor characters
Having to choose between her two worlds, Sabrina Spellman stands her ground against the Dark Lord in the second part of the Netflix original “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina.” In part 2, Sabrina is devoting herself […]
‘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 […]
‘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 […]
Students showcase talent in ‘You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown’
by DEBRA MONTANDON If you ever feel down and out, you aren’t alone. Just watch Charlie Brown. Students in the South Plains College Theater program presented “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown,” on March 28-March […]
New ‘Dumbo’ movie revives Disney classic
“The amazing Dumbo” are words that echo as the circus conductor introduces the newest act, a baby elephant standing on top of a ladder high above the crowd shaking nervously while looking down. The crowd […]
Strange case of child abuse leads to murder in ‘The Act’
When a mother’s love becames toxic and suffocating, a daughter makes a desperate decision to commit an “act of kindness” to escape. “The Act” is the Hulu adaptation of the murder of Dee Dee Blanchard. […]
Doppelgängers torment unsuspecting family in ‘Us’
There are a number of different ways to interpret the new horror movie, “Us.” Every image seems to be a clue for what is about to happen. At the start of the movie, titles inform […]
‘Generation Zero’ offers great concert, poor execution
Upon returning home from a short island vacation, you quickly realize that things are not the way they were. Without a soul in sight, and with every car, house, and street seemingly abandoned, the only […]
‘Shazam!’ shines comedic light on gloomy DC Universe
DC comics has needed comic relief for quite some time, and that’s exactly what “Shazam” brings, a lighthearted feel to the dark DC universe. Shazam was originally named Captain Marvel, but the rights to the […]
