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Halloween costumes sure to stand out

Halloween costumes sure to stand out

Trinity Orosco, General Life&Arts October 10, 2023

As Halloween approaches, the annual struggle to find a unique costume comes with it. The Daily Texan compiled a list of Halloween costumes that stand out from“Barbie” and “Oppenheimer.”    The...

Five horror movies set in academic institutions for Friday the 13th

Five horror movies set in academic institutions for Friday the 13th

Minza Mirza, Senior Life&Arts Reporter October 9, 2023

As Friday the 13th approaches, many can’t help but reach for their remotes to put on a good horror movie. To help celebrate the occasion, The Daily Texan compiled a list of five horror movies set at...

From left, actors Dawn Erin, Alexandra Russo, and Darren Scharf take center stage in Jean-Paul Sartres play No Exit presented by City Theatre Austin at Genesis Presbyterian Church on Sept. 28, 2023. City Theatre marks its 17th anniversary this year.

Existentialism takes center stage in City Theatre’s ‘No Exit,’ dark, deliriously profound

Angelica Ruzanova, General Life&Arts Reporter October 3, 2023

French chanson plays inside a Presbyterian church as the guests slowly fill up one of the rooms. They are here to see Austin City Theatre’s production of Jean-Paul Sarte’s “No Exit,” an existential...

Four short horror stories to read in preparation for Halloween

Four short horror stories to read in preparation for Halloween

Minza Mirza, Senior Life&Arts Reporter October 3, 2023

Flashlights click, sinister smiles paint mouths and grim voices take turns telling chilling tales this time of year. Each story competes with the next to receive the shrillest screams or the widest gaping...

‘Dumb Money’ presents feel-good, if oversimplified, underdog story

‘Dumb Money’ presents feel-good, if oversimplified, underdog story

Celeste Hoover, General Life&Arts Reporter September 29, 2023

This review is spoiler free. “Dumb Money,” directed by veteran filmmaker and champion of the underdog Craig Gillespie (“I Tonya,” “Cruella”) offers a fast-paced, originative comedy dramatizing...

Sci-fi movie ‘The Creator’ showcases an excellent visual style with equally solid writing

Sci-fi movie ‘The Creator’ showcases an excellent visual style with equally solid writing

Ryan Ranc, Senior Film Columnist September 28, 2023

Sci-fi stories occupy a weird spot in filmmaking ever since the return of “Star Wars” back in 2015. No one dares step out of line and attempt to create their own story to rival George Lucas’s world...

5 Ted Talks by UT faculty, alumni to change student’s lives

5 Ted Talks by UT faculty, alumni to change student’s lives

Rob Paine, Life&Arts General Reporter September 28, 2023

College serves as a time to grow where people can become the best version of themselves. However, sometimes people need a little inspiration to get started. Luckily, several UT faculty and alumni can offer...

Movies, TV from the past year worth watching this Hispanic Heritage Month

Movies, TV from the past year worth watching this Hispanic Heritage Month

Flora Farr, General Life&Arts Reporter September 28, 2023

When thinking of movies to watch during Hispanic Heritage Month, it can be hard not to think of classics such as “Frida,” “Pan’s Labyrinth” or “Selena.” The Daily Texan compiled a list of...

RTF freshman’s film ‘IMG_8099’ portrays eating disorders, reflects her personal life

RTF freshman’s film ‘IMG_8099’ portrays eating disorders, reflects her personal life

Sabrina Ye, General Life&Arts Reporter September 28, 2023

Content warning: This article heavily features mentions of eating disorders Ana Yanez hates being seen while crying. She never expected she would be bawling her eyes out in front of a camera. The University...

‘Saw X’ marks gory-ious return of Tobin Bell, Shawnee Smith, breathing new life into beloved franchise

‘Saw X’ marks gory-ious return of Tobin Bell, Shawnee Smith, breathing new life into beloved franchise

Ryan Ranc, Senior Film Columnist September 28, 2023

The “Saw” franchise cemented itself in the horror sphere around 20 years ago with its soap opera-esque storytelling, toe-curling gore and performances from actors who bring their all to the project....

Director Luc Besson’s ‘Dogman’ explores how a broken person finds refuge in dogs

Director Luc Besson’s ‘Dogman’ explores how a broken person finds refuge in dogs

Ryan Ranc, Senior Film Columnist September 27, 2023

Fantastic Fest's third secret screening, Luc Besson’s “Dogman,” premiered Tuesday. The film follows Douglas Munrow (Caleb Landry Jones) after being caught by police and forced to recount his life...

Light-hearted movies to watch during midterm season

Light-hearted movies to watch during midterm season

Trinity Orosco, General Life&Arts Reporter September 26, 2023

As midterm exams slowly come near, getting lost in the books inevitably occurs. The Daily Texan compiled a list of light-hearted movies to watch on Netflix for a break from studying.  “Just Go With...

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