After seven sequels of the movie “Saw”, the movie “Jigsaw” promised to deliver an expectable twist to it. “Jigsaw” starts with a man named Edgar (played by Josiah Black) running away from […]
‘Jigsaw’ disappoints with lack of creativity
Newest Mario game sends players on nostalgic Odyssey
Join Mario and his unlikely friend Cappy are on a nostalgia-filled Odyssey to rescue Princess Peach from her forced marriage to the King Koopa. Exclusive to the Nintendo Switch, the 3D platform […]
‘Thor: Ragnorak’ sacrifices intensity for humor
Thor, Loki, and Hulk go on a cosmic mission to save Asgard. “Thor: Ragnorak,” the third Thor film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, premiered on Nov. 3 and had a largely successful […]
Video game composer discovers niche through unexpected events
Grant Kirkhope can’t understand how he got so lucky. When he was growing up, Kirkhope never considered being a video game composer. He went to school in the United Kingdom, and music […]
Comic Corner: Oct. 25 – Nov. 1
Comics of the week for the weeks of Oct. 25 and Nov. 1
‘Origins’ of Assassin’s Creed executes best game in years
In “Assassin’s Creed: Origins,” players take control of Bayek, a man driven by vengeance, like so many assassins that follow in his footsteps.
Lovett inspires fans by describing his fulfilling career in music
Being able to look into the mind of one’s favorite music artist is something that many people wish they had the chance to do. Fans of singer Lyle Lovett had that opportunity […]
Thursday Night Live returns with exciting changes
Going to watch a live music performance is not feasible for many college students who do not have the time or the money for such luxuries. But for music lovers at South […]
College student relives murder in ‘Happy Death Day’
No one wants to wake up on their birthday to find out they are constantly dying. In the movie “Happy Death Day,” a college student must relive the day of her murder […]
Gamers anticipating impressive fall, winter lineup
The fall and winter are almost always amazing times to be a gamer, and the next five months are shaping up to be no different. Owning a Nintendo Switch, Nintendo’s newest console […]
‘Star Wars Battlefront II’ brings new hope to fans
The dark side is once again trying to take over the galaxy, and it’s up to the Rebellion to stop them. The “Star Wars Battlefront II” beta ran from Oct. 6 to […]
Impressive survival game floats onto Switch
Survival. Most people don’t have it on their minds all of the time. But now Switch owners can survive “The Flame in the Flood” anywhere they go. In 2016, the indie survival […]
New season of ‘Rick and Morty’ darker than ever
The return of Adult Swim’s animated show “Rick and Morty” was long awaited by many fans.
‘Grand Theft Auto’ remembered for changing world of games
With 15 titles released on nearly every platform imaginable in the past two decades, October 2017 marks not just the 20th anniversary of the first game in the “Grand Theft Auto” series, but also the beginning of an unstoppable pop culture juggernaut’s inevitable future.
Life of young girl goes south in ‘Ingrid goes West’
“Ingrid Goes West” is an indie comedy-drama movie that narrates the story of a young girl following the death of her mother.
Friendships, lives get ‘Super Dark’ in original movie
“Super Dark Times” takes a sharp turn from childhood innocence to complete mental and emotional chaos.
‘Flatliners’ lacks structure, necessary horror elements
A near-death experience is something no one wants to encounter. But the intrigue of witnessing the after-life is something that could make the experience worthwhile.
Teamwork put into ‘The Addams Family’ accomplishes creative goals
Family can also be something you choose, and that’s been the experience of the Lubbock Community Theater in putting on their newest musical, “The Addams Family.”
‘Dishonored: Death of the Outsider’ honors previous installments
“Death of the Outsider” follows Billie Lurk on a path of redemption and offers a fitting end to the current “Dishonored” story arc.
Theatre production tells paranormal activity story
Just in time for Halloween, the Fine Arts Department at South Plains College is showcasing a play called “The Haunting of Hill House.”
