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‘The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon’ shows TWD franchise still has worthwhile stories to tell

‘The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon’ shows TWD franchise still has worthwhile stories to tell

Ryan Ranc, Life&Arts Senior Reporter September 12, 2023

This review contains a minor spoiler from S1E1. “Daryl Dixon,” the newest spinoff of “The Walking Dead” universe featuring Norman Reedus as fan-favorite character, Daryl Dixon, premiered Sept....

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Final season of ‘How To with John Wilson’ proves utterly comical yet deeply unsettling

Diego Saldaña, General Life&Arts Reporter September 10, 2023

Content Warning: This review includes mentions of self-harm  From comparing relationships to restrooms and tracking a package to facing the reality of death, the third and final season of "How To with...

A24 films to look forward to this year

A24 films to look forward to this year

Minza Mirza, Senior Life&Arts Reporter September 5, 2023

On May 2, the Writers Guild of America went on strike in hopes of raising wages for their members. On July 14, the American actors’ union, SAG-AFTRA also went on strike, calling out production companies...

‘Choose Love,’ Netflix’s latest interactive rom-com, arrives choppy, disengaging

‘Choose Love,’ Netflix’s latest interactive rom-com, arrives choppy, disengaging

Amelia Engstrom, Senior Life&Arts Reporter September 3, 2023

Welcome to the life of Cami (Laura Marano), a recording engineer with a stable job and steady boyfriend, ready to start the next chapter of her life. When faced with the choice between long-term boyfriend,...

‘The Walking Dead: Dead City’ season 1 improves upon recent years, but still lacks overall charm of earlier seasons

‘The Walking Dead: Dead City’ season 1 improves upon recent years, but still lacks overall charm of earlier seasons

Ryan Ranc, Life&Arts Senior Film Columnist August 22, 2023

The final episodes rounding out “The Walking Dead: Dead City” season one premiered on July 23, leaving audiences reflecting on their feelings for AMC’s first post-”The Walking Dead” era spin-off.  As...

The Daily Texan’s top 5 movies of summer 2023

The Daily Texan’s top 5 movies of summer 2023

Ryan Ranc, Senior Film Columnist August 22, 2023

Summer not only marked one of the hottest seasons in history, but also one of the hottest Hollywood movie eras in recent memory. Pulling from the many excellent films released, The Daily Texan compiled...

Movies to watch when transitioning from high school to college

Movies to watch when transitioning from high school to college

Minza Mirza, Senior Life&Arts Reporter August 20, 2023

The start of the fall semester reveals what some choose to bury and what others wilfully ease into: transition. College students undergoing this transition range from all walks of life but share the desire...

‘Afire’ dives into artist’s insecurity during ecological disaster

‘Afire’ dives into artist’s insecurity during ecological disaster

Matthew Collier, General Life&Arts Reporter August 6, 2023

“Afire,” the latest film from film festival darling Christian Petzold, unfolds over a summer vacation in the German beachside where frustrated author Leon (Thomas Schubert) deals with a series of complications...

‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem’ makes great summer watch for all ages

‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem’ makes great summer watch for all ages

Mimi Calzada, Life&Arts Associate Editor July 31, 2023

“Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem” is a refreshingly entertaining summer entry into the beloved franchise that was first kickstarted in the ‘80s. Directed by Jeff Rowe (“The Mitchells...

‘Haunted Mansion’ makes its mark as perfect gateway horror film for kids

‘Haunted Mansion’ makes its mark as perfect gateway horror film for kids

Ryan Ranc, Senior Film Columnist July 30, 2023

“Haunted Mansion,” directed by Justin Simien (“Dear White People,” “Bad Hair”) follows Gabbie (Rosario Dawson) and her son Travis (Chase Dillon) as they move into their new home in New Orleans,...

‘Dogleg’ presents surreal indie odyssey through terrible day-in-the-life

‘Dogleg’ presents surreal indie odyssey through terrible day-in-the-life

Matthew Collier, Life&Arts General Reporter July 27, 2023

“Dogleg” presents a series of surreal, low-key vignettes set in Los Angeles that follow many Angelenos. The film primarily focuses on Alan — played by Al Warren, who also wrote and directed the project...

Mockumentary ‘Theater Camp’ creates humorous, endearing glimpse into heart of theater

Mockumentary ‘Theater Camp’ creates humorous, endearing glimpse into heart of theater

Amelia Engstrom, General Life&Arts Reporter July 23, 2023

“Theater Camp” transports viewers to Camp AdirondACTS, a run-down theater camp in upstate New York, home to the hopes, dreams and hearts of thespian campers. Co-directed by Molly Gordon and Nick Lieberman,...

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