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Invisible Man Courtesy of Universal Pictures Blumhouse

‘The Invisible Man’ reinvents classic tale of terror

Noah Levine March 2, 2020

Universal Classic Monsters is back from the grave yet again, this time with horror powerhouse Blumhouse behind the wheel.  “The Invisible Man,” directed by Leigh Whannell (“Upgrade”),...

I am not okay with this COURTESY of Netflix

‘I Am Not Okay with This’ sprinkles coming-of age-drama with telepathic powers

Noah Levine February 28, 2020

Sophia Lillis is once again drenched in blood, but this time a killer clown is the least of her problems.  “I Am Not Okay With This” is a new Netflix series from director Jonathan Entwistle...

Tower Film

Short film commemorating UT Tower shooting hits close to home

Katya Bandouil February 27, 2020

Only a mile away from the UT campus, the Shefelman family stood on their porch and listened to sirens and gunshots, hoping for the safety of their loved ones. On Aug. 1, 1966, Karl Shefelman was coming...

Partners Documentary courtesy of Henry Horenstein

Partners’ documentary explores unexpected, unconventional relationships

Faley Goyette February 27, 2020

A man with a cat for a significant other. A couple in an arranged marriage. A woman who believes everyone’s husband should go to jail for at least a little while. These are the relationships —...

Onward_Courtesy of Pixar

‘Onward’ review: Pixar’s animated fantasy film is another studio hit

Avery Wohleb February 26, 2020

Even two months after Christmas, magical elves still make for an entertaining watch. Directed by Dan Scanlon, “Onward” is an animated fantasy film produced by Pixar Animation Studios. The...

Brahms COURTESY STX Entertainment

‘Brahms: The Boy II’ offers generic, enjoyable slice of PG-13 horror

Noah Levine February 24, 2020

"Annabelle” is officially canceled.  “Brahms: The Boy II” is the sequel to 2016’s “The Boy.” The film follows a new family that moves into the guest house...

the lodge courtesy of Hammer Film Productions

‘The Lodge’ loses potential with lack of cohesive storytelling

Avery Wohleb February 21, 2020

In another typical horror movie involving a desolate cabin, “The Lodge” does little to break out of the stereotypical trope.  Directed by Veronika Franz and Severin Fiala (“Goodnight...

(Un)divided documentary courtesy of Doha Debates

‘(Un)divided’ documentary features unlikely friendship between UT alumna, Trump supporter

Grace Barnes February 19, 2020

In 2017, several months after Donald Trump had been elected president, Amina Amdeen went to a Love Trumps Hate rally in Austin. Joseph Weidknecht, a Trump supporter, was also marching toward the capitol...

Call of the Wild courtesy 20th Century studios copy

Harrison Ford embarks on new adventure in ‘The Call of the Wild’

Avery Wohleb February 18, 2020

Harrison Ford is back for another crazy adventure, with his furry companion as a dog instead of a Wookiee. Directed by Chris Sanders, “The Call of the Wild” is an adaptation of the Jack...

Wendy COURTESY of Searchlight Pictures

‘Wendy’ excels in magical coming of age tale

Noah Levine February 17, 2020

The island of eternal youth is returning to the silver screen in the visionary tale “Wendy.”  “Wendy” is a retelling of the classic “Peter Pan” story through...

Zeitlin COURTESY of Searchlight Picures

Interview with Oscar-nominated director Benh Zeitlin

Noah Levine February 17, 2020

Oscar-nominated director Benh Zeitlin is back with a new film titled “Wendy.” The film is a loose adaptation of the classic story “Peter Pan,” focusing on young Wendy as she discovers...

Fantasy Island COURTESY of Blumhouse

‘Fantasy Island’ leaves viewers in a nightmare

Noah Levine February 17, 2020

Audiences should stay on the plane.  “Fantasy Island” is the newest genre film from horror production company Blumhouse. The film, loosely based on the original TV series from the 1970s,...

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