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Jenna Ortega terrifies, thrills in Netflix’s ‘Wednesday’

Jenna Ortega terrifies, thrills in Netflix’s ‘Wednesday’

Mimi Calzada, Senior Life & Arts Reporter November 30, 2022

After decades of adaptations and spin-offs stemming from the original 1964 sitcom, the newest addition to the Addams Family canon comes in the form of Netflix’s “Wednesday,” an eight-episode miniseries...

Elegance Bratton masterfully shares his story in A24s ‘The Inspection’

Elegance Bratton masterfully shares his story in A24’s ‘The Inspection’

November 29, 2022

Elegance Bratton’s directorial debut “The Inspection” follows Ellis French (Jeremy Pope) as he joins the Marines after being disowned by his mother (Gabrielle Union) for his sexuality. Written by...

“Bones and All” bites with chilling, thought-provoking love story

“Bones and All” bites with chilling, thought-provoking love story

Sage Dunlap, Life and Arts Associate Editor November 18, 2022

Making its theatrical release Nov. 18, “Bones and All” follows two outcasts on a cross-country road trip as they connect over their shared hunger for self-understanding, companionship and other humans.  From...

The Banshees of Inisherin perfectly delivers dark comedy with charming cast

The Banshees of Inisherin perfectly delivers dark comedy with charming cast

Mimi Calzada, Senior Life & Arts Reporter November 18, 2022

Martin McDonagh’s “The Banshees of Inisherin” follows lifelong friends Pádraic (Colin Farrell) and Colm (Brendan Gleeson) after Colm suddenly decides he no longer wishes to associate with Pádraic....

‘Hellraiser’ brings triumphant return with first female Pinhead

‘Hellraiser’ brings triumphant return with first female Pinhead

Ryan Ranc , Life & Arts Film Columnist November 18, 2022

After years of subpar sequels squandering “Hellraiser” fans' hopes, director David Bruckner’s entrance into the franchise for its 11th installment breathes new life into a slowly dying franchise.  Actress...

Historical film screens at PCL, director/producer answers questions

Historical film screens at PCL, director/producer answers questions

Sara Zaidi , Life & Arts general reporter November 17, 2022

For Ann Kaneko, what started as an art film became a complex, deeply-rooted historical piece with threading points of view. Kaneko started working on her five-year project in 2017, taking many trips to...

UT alum stars in “The Inspection,” “King Richard,” motivated by authentic representation, thrill of acting

UT alum stars in “The Inspection,” “King Richard,” motivated by authentic representation, thrill of acting

Aaron Boehmer, Senior Life and Arts Reporter November 15, 2022

Eman Esfandi warms up with stretches and breathwork as if he’s about to play a tennis match. However, instead of heading to the court, Esfandi prepares for the cameras.  The UT economics alumnus...

Wakanda Forever: The Black Panther lives on in sequel

Wakanda Forever: The Black Panther lives on in sequel

Rachael Hatchett, Director of Diversity and Inclusion November 11, 2022

This article is spoiler free. It’s been over four years since Marvel fans experienced another mystical sunrise in Wakanda. The collaboration from Grammy award-winning singer Rihanna and Nigerian singer-songwriter...

Netflix’s ‘All Quiet On the Western Front’ delves into age-old anti-war themes, delivers stunning special effects

Netflix’s ‘All Quiet On the Western Front’ delves into age-old anti-war themes, delivers stunning special effects

Chandler Rowley, General Life & Arts Reporter November 9, 2022

Netflix's highly anticipated reimagining of “All Quiet On the Western Front” released on Oct. 28 to critical acclaim. Based on the seminal anti-war novel by Erich Maria Remarque, the film follows the...

Aftersun tells bittersweet childhood tales

‘Aftersun’ tells bittersweet childhood tales

Sage Dunlap, Associate Life&Arts Editor November 8, 2022

“Aftersun,” the debut feature film from director Charlotte Wells, showcases a bittersweet memory influenced by the director’s childhood, confined in the grounds of a kitschy, colorful resort in the...

Radio-telivision-film junior Jazzy Anne poses on her bed in front of her camera in her West Campus apartment. Anne has a YouTube channel with 1.59 million subscribers.

Jazzy Anne reflects on YouTube channel, change in direction

Drew Morris, General Life & Arts Reporter November 8, 2022

Starting her channel at 14 years old, Jazzy Anne said she began vlogging her daily life and interests, attracting 1 million subscribers by her junior year of high school.  After reflecting on her usual...

Cate Blanchett gives complex, stunning performance in ‘Tár’

Cate Blanchett gives complex, stunning performance in ‘Tár’

Sage Dunlap, Life and Arts Associate Editor November 7, 2022

Content Warning: both this article and film contain discussion of suicide and sexual misconduct  Cate Blanchett takes the stage as celebrated composer Lydia Tár in Todd Field’s brilliant slow-burn...

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