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‘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...

Fantastic Fest secret screening: ‘Dream Scenario’

Fantastic Fest secret screening: ‘Dream Scenario’

Mimi Calzada, Life&Arts Editor September 25, 2023

This review contains minor spoilers for “Dream Scenario” The second of four Secret Screenings at Fantastic Fest premiered Sunday, Sept. 24. A24’s “Dream Scenario,” written and directed by...

TV shows to embrace the fall spirit

TV shows to embrace the fall spirit

Madeline Dorjee, General Life&Arts Reporter September 24, 2023

As temperatures finally leave the triple digits and walking to class becomes more bearable, fall begins settling in. To commemorate the start of colder weather, The Daily Texan highlighted TV shows guaranteed...

‘Pet Sematary: Bloodlines’ bites off more than it can chew

‘Pet Sematary: Bloodlines’ bites off more than it can chew

Mimi Calzada, Life&Arts Editor September 24, 2023

“Pet Sematary: Bloodlines,” written and directed by Lindsey Anderson Beer, takes place in 1969 and centers around a young Jud Crandall (Jackson White) as he makes plans with his girlfriend (Natalie...

Emerald Fennell’s ‘Saltburn’ is obsessive, addicting, joyfully sickening

Emerald Fennell’s ‘Saltburn’ is obsessive, addicting, joyfully sickening

Mimi Calzada, Life&Arts Editor September 23, 2023

This review contains spoilers. “Saltburn,” the first of four Fantastic Fest secret screenings premiered Saturday, Sept. 23. Written and directed by Emerald Fennell (“Promising Young Woman”),...

‘V/H/S/85’ showcases 5 thrilling found footage horror stories, bringing together some of the best creators in the horror space

‘V/H/S/85’ showcases 5 thrilling found footage horror stories, bringing together some of the best creators in the horror space

Ryan Ranc, Senior Life&Arts Reporter September 23, 2023

This review contains spoilers for “V/H/S/85.” After the less-than-stellar reception to “V/H/S/99” last year, the beloved anthology found footage horror franchise returns. “V/H/S/85” pulls...

‘A Haunting in Venice’ is lavishly made, mildly spooky mystery ride

‘A Haunting in Venice’ is lavishly made, mildly spooky mystery ride

Matthew Collier, General Life&Arts Reporter September 17, 2023

“A Haunting in Venice” serves as the latest in a series of director Kenneth Branagh’s adaptations of mystery stories starring Branagh as Hercule Poirot, the famous Belgian detective character created...

‘Gran Turismo’ offers decent racing among mostly formulaic biopic drama

‘Gran Turismo’ offers decent racing among mostly formulaic biopic drama

Matthew Collier, Life&Arts General Reporter September 12, 2023

"Gran Turismo" comes from Neill Blomkamp, director of science fiction films such as "District 9" and "Chappie." The film follows Jann Mardenborough (Archie Madekwe), a teen who went from expertly playing...

‘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 11, 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...

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