Film & TV
Best movies of 2019: spoilers, Cats is number one
Photo courtesy of Flickering Myth Story by Brandon Black/Lifestyles Editor Here it is. The fans have been clamoring for it, so I figured the time had come to get it out there and let everyone know what films were, in my opinion, the best of the best in 2019. The thing is, I considered doing …
Up in flames: “Once Were Brothers” documentary review
Photo courtesy of Den of Geek Story by John Cantor/Contributing Writer “Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and The Band” is the journey of a group of musicians that went on to mean a lot more than just another backing band striking out on their own; A group so important in the musical and cultural lexicon …
TV review: BoJack Horseman series finale
Photo Courtesy of Bustle Story by Naffie Njie/Contributing Writer This post contains spoilers. Netflix’s BoJack Horseman is coming to an end after 6 seasons. The show has taken us through BoJack and friends’ journeys of growth and self-discovery. Its portrayal of mental illness, addiction, sexuality and love is layered with nuance and humor. The show …
A call to be wild: “Call of the Wild” movie review
Photo Courtesy of Indiewire Story by John Cantor/Contributing Writer A cast involving animated dogs and a lack of emotional depth in characters—that were originally very dark and brooding characters—leads to a film void of the painfully biting story written by Jack London. This reimagining of the tale features a digitized lead character in the form …
“Harriet” review: a perfect way to kick off Black History Month at MTSU
Photo Courtesy of Variety Story by Reana Gibson/Contributing Writer If you know the story of Harriet Tubman and how she became one of the greatest figures in American history, then odds are you’ll be able to follow along this biographical film. Harriet Tubman, born Araminta “Minty” Ross (played by Cynthia Erivo) is a courageous, headstrong …
Opinion: PETA’s superbowl ad is racist
Photo Courtesy of The Daily Dot Story by Asher Moosavi/Contributing Writer As another Super Bowl Sunday came and went, we have had time to reflect on advertisements from brands and organizations of all sorts, whether it’s Old Spice starring the lovable Terry Crews or that Doritos commercial with the goat. Some of them can be …