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UT alum Isaac Gómez highlights authentic Latinx experiences through playwriting, screenwriting

UT alum Isaac Gómez highlights authentic Latinx experiences through playwriting, screenwriting

Kiernan McCormick, Life & Arts Reporter March 3, 2022
Gómez, a playwright and screenwriter known for his work on Netflix’s “Narcos: Mexico,” graduated from UT in 2013 with a BA in theater and dance.
Robert Pattinson, Zoë Kravitz and Matt Reeves pose in Paris at a special event for “The Batman.”

Director Matt Reeves, stars Robert Pattinson, Zoë Kravitz talk ‘The Batman’

Noah Levine, Life & Arts Film Columnist February 28, 2022

“The Batman” glides into theaters this week, and fans all over the world eagerly await the return of the caped crusader. Robert Pattinson stars in the film, directed by Matt Reeves, as the unmistakable...

‘The Batman’ wows with tense, satisfying mystery

‘The Batman’ wows with tense, satisfying mystery

Noah Levine, Life & Arts Film Columnist February 28, 2022
The new narrative explores Batman’s cautious relationship with the police department, mainly revolving around Gordon, who seems to be the only one who actually trusts the vigilante.
The Foo Fighters take on supernatural in rockin’ horror comedy ‘Studio 666’

The Foo Fighters take on supernatural in rockin’ horror comedy ‘Studio 666’

Ryan Ranc, Life & Arts Reporter February 24, 2022
"Studio 666” makes it clear that it takes inspiration from “The Evil Dead” movies, even including a reference to a blood-filled light bulb.
Gothic horror ‘The Cursed’ suffers from weak pacing, scares

Gothic horror ‘The Cursed’ suffers from weak pacing, scares

Noah Levine, Life & Arts Film Columnist February 21, 2022

“The Cursed,” formerly titled “Eight for Silver” for its Sundance Film Festival screenings, is a new gothic horror from writer and director Sean Ellis. Boyd Holbrook, best known for his role in...

‘Elvis’ film trailer premieres alongside Q&A with director Baz Luhrmann, star Austin Butler

‘Elvis’ film trailer premieres alongside Q&A with director Baz Luhrmann, star Austin Butler

Noah Levine, Life and Arts Film Columnist February 18, 2022
The Texan attended an early trailer preview press conference, where director Luhrmann and star Butler discussed the upcoming musical experience moderated by music journalist Nelson George. ‘Elvis’ film trailer premieres alongside Q&A with director Baz Luhrmann, star Austin Butler
RTF students find inspiration, representation in Mexican culture

RTF students find inspiration, representation in Mexican culture

Sarai Cantu, Life and Arts Reporter February 18, 2022

This article first appeared in the Feb. 14, 2022 flipbook. Growing up with his abuelita, Marlon Rubio said he remembers his childhood as the happiest time of his life, surrounded by love, family and,...

‘Uncharted’ ventures into the box office, but will it find its treasure?

‘Uncharted’ ventures into the box office, but will it find its treasure?

Ryan Ranc, Life and Arts reporter February 18, 2022

This article contains spoilers for “Uncharted.” Movies based on video games tend to do fans a disservice by ignoring their source material. “Uncharted” is no exception. The “Uncharted” video...

UT Alumnus, ‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ director David Blue Garcia talks blood-splattered filmmaking process, cast members talk working with Leatherface

UT Alumnus, ‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ director David Blue Garcia talks blood-splattered filmmaking process, cast members talk working with Leatherface

Noah Levine, Life and Arts Film Columnist February 18, 2022

“Texas Chainsaw Massacre” sawed itself onto Netflix on Feb. 18. Serving as a direct sequel to the 1974 Tobe Hooper original, “The Texas Chain Saw Massacre,” the 2022 version follows a group of...

First 2 episodes of ‘The Walking Dead’ Season 11: Part 2 bring new era for series

First 2 episodes of ‘The Walking Dead’ Season 11: Part 2 bring new era for series

Noah Levine, Life & Arts Film Columnist February 13, 2022

“The Walking Dead” returns for Part 2 of its 11th and final season this upcoming Sunday, picking up directly where Part 1 wrapped last fall. Chugging away toward the eventual finale of AMC’s flagship...

‘Peacemaker’ thrills with explosive visuals, raunchy comedy from James Gunn

‘Peacemaker’ thrills with explosive visuals, raunchy comedy from James Gunn

Ryan Ranc, Life & Arts Reporter February 9, 2022
The excellent mind of James Gunn returns once again with television show "Peacemaker."
Houston, we have a problem: “Moonfall” fails with tonally inconsistent space epic

Houston, we have a problem: “Moonfall” fails with tonally inconsistent space epic

Noah Levine, Life and Arts Film Columnist February 4, 2022

“Moonfall,” a new blockbuster from director Roland Emmerich (“Independence Day,” “2012”), follows two astronauts, Jocinda Fowl (Halle Berry) and Brian Harper (Patrick Wilson), alongside wannabe...

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