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Entertainment
Netflix’s Ted Bundy Entertainment Continues with ‘Extremely Wicked’
After the Ted Bundy documentaries were released on Netflix and Hulu earlier this year, people spent hours binge watching the psycho killer’s story.
Drama presents concluding One Acts festival May 7
Samantha Massena Contributing Writer After One Act auditions, student actors, stage managers and directors begin the process of preparing seven different plays, all written by students. The show date is May 7, in the Black Box Theater and will cost… Read More ›
Film’s twists build psychological horror
“Us” sets up a terrifying, modern-day framework that plots the psyche against the body. Created by Monkeypaw Productions, the thrilling horror film examines the inevitable mayhem that occurs when these two forces converge.
Josie’s Journal: Student-run theater company to produce spring play
“Freshly Broke Productions,” a theater company founded by seniors Ethan Ryan, Sammy Toskin, and Christian Ragain, will produce the spring mainstage play, “It’s a Mystery.”
“It’s a Mystery” is written by Ryan and directed by Toskin, and it’s the company’s biggest project yet.
Review: Rogers delivers honest chart-topper
“Heard it in a Past Life,” fully written and co-produced by Folk-pop singer Maggie Rogers, comprehensively elates the experiences and feelings of change. Rogers’ first major-label debut album with Capitol Records was released Jan. 18. Upon release, the album placed… Read More ›
Electric Retrospective- Games’ history must be saved
Although the Wii Shop Channel’s closure may not affect those who’ve moved on to next-generation consoles, its shutdown comes with major ramifications to something that affects the games industry at large: media preservation. The Wii Shop Channel wasn’t just a… Read More ›
Podcast makes depression hilarious
Depression is hilarious, at least to John Moe and some of the comedians and celebrities who come on to his podcast, “The Hilarious World of Depression.” Every episode starts with Moe asking the guest(s), “Do you think depression is funny?”… Read More ›
Josie’s Journal: Kevin Hart should host Oscars
Kevin Hart is one of the few famous figures that willingly and directly addresses their wrongdoings instead of fading into the shadows until the issue is forgotten. Hopefully, Hart will have a second chance to host the Oscars in the future.
‘On the Basis of Sex’ inspires all ages with RBG’s story
“On the Basis of Sex,” directed by Mimi Ledger, was released on Dec. 28. Despite falling short of a Golden Globe nomination, the film did not fail to inspire hope for all ages. Felicity Jones (“The Theory of Everything”) plays… Read More ›
Electric Retrospective- Review: “Black Mirror: Bandersnatch” reflects poorly upon interactive media
Since 1967’s “Kinoautomat,” a movie based on audience choices, filmmakers have attempted to make interactive films mainstream, yet little has come of this. “Black Mirror: Bandersnatch” shows that basic mistakes are holding back this advancement.
‘Hate You Give’ educates, inspires youth
Zora Thomas Contributing Writer “The Hate You Give,” a PG-13 rated movie based after the creation of the book “The Hate You Give” by Angie Thomas, was released on Oct. 19, and is still in theaters now. The thrilling, well-scripted… Read More ›
Breaking down ‘Beautiful Boy’: Film offers look into addicts’ families
Isabella Ferrell Contributing Writer Plenty of films in the last decade have circled the topic of substance abuse. Movies like fictional films “A Star is Born,” to autobiographical films like “Moonlight” capture the heartbreaking reality of addiction. “Beautiful Boy” does… Read More ›
‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ rocks the silver-screen’
Ethan Ryan Contributing Writer Freddie Mercury was a maestro, making doubters bite the dust while rocking his way to being a champion until his final breath. “Bohemian Rhapsody” depicts his infinite legacy as per the phrase “fearless lives forever.” The… Read More ›
Restaurant’s culinary skills make impact on Webster Groves
Elise Wilke-Grimm Contributing Writer Come to Clover and the Bee in Webster Groves and expect a trendy and enjoyable experience. Cozy coffee shop in the morning and upbeat outlet at night. Clover and the Bee serves breakfast, lunch and dinner…. Read More ›
Christmas classic continues to entertain
Jaden Fields Contributing Writer Every time December rolls around, hundreds of Christmas films are released. Every year more come out, but one could argue not of these could ever compare to “A Christmas Story.” Bob Clarks’ “A Christmas Story” is… Read More ›
‘The Christmas Prince: The Royal Wedding’ doesn’t deliver what it should
Samantha Massena — Contributing Writer
Netflix’s sequel to “The Christmas Prince,” was all over the place with the plot. It came out on Nov. 3, of this year.
People still enjoy holiday classic years later
Annabelle Lewis Contributing Writer “Home Alone,” a 1990’s comedy that features Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin) an eight year old who accidentally gets left behind after his family leaves for Christmas vacation. This movie runs for 1 hour and 43 minutes… Read More ›
Josie’s Journal: The Grinch has lost his grouch
With the release of Illumination Entertainment’s “The Grinch,” on Nov. 9, it’s safe to say that the live action “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” from 2000 is the best adaptation of Dr. Seuss’s Christmas classic. Director Chuck Jones’ animated “How… Read More ›
‘Grinch’ presents entertaining twists on classic story
“The Grinch,” delightfully depicts Dr. Seuss’s classic 1957 short story “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” on the big screen. Brightly produced by Illumination Entertainment, the animated film showcases childlike thrills associated with the Christmas season.
‘Haunting of Hill House’ spooks with well-crafted supernatural drama
As winter approaches, people aren’t very focused on hauntings, but Halloween doesn’t end have to end in November. For anyone wanting some holiday scares, “The Haunting of Hill House” is the perfect option.
Electric Retrospective- 6 fighters join ‘Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’
With any Super Smash Bros. installment, the spotlight is always on new playable fighters, and “Super Smash Bros. Ultimate” is no different, although it sacrifices quantity for quality. “Ultimate” introduces six newcomers, fewer than any previous installment. This is due… Read More ›
