Category: Commentary
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Post-apocalyptic flick offers cautionary tale
It’s 2031 and Earth’s sole survivors are struggling to maintain a social balance aboard Snowpiercer, a self-sustaining bullet train that must keep its engine running to keep its passengers alive. Based on the French graphic novel “Le Transperceneige” by Jacques Lob and Jean-Marc Rochette, the film focuses on the microcosmic class system that’s…
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‘Dragon’ sequel delights with vibrant visuals, heartfelt story
“How to Train Your Dragon 2” could easily rest on its stunning visuals, but the film combines 3D with a touching story that elevates the film to a Pixar-like quality. Taking place five years after the first film, the sequel finds dragons and Vikings existing in harmony instead of being at odds. Hiccup (Jay Baruchel), with…
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Summer Pop Review
Neon Trees electrifies at House of Blues Marcelo Yates Keeping the crowd out late on June 1, pop rock band Neon Trees performed at the House of Blues Dallas to promote its latest album “Pop Psychology.” British-American indie rock band Nightmare and the Cat kicked off the evening with a large crowd eagerly awaiting…
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Latest in X-Men franchise excites with fresh plot
In “X-Men: Days of Future Past,” the mutant heroes face their doom in a dark future where man-made super fighters called sentinels rule over both humans and mutants. In a desperate attempt to survive, Wolverine (Hugh Jackman) goes back in time to the ’70s to change the future. What follows is an electrifying and suspenseful…
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Macfarlane’s Western comedy misses the mark
Most known for his work on “Family Guy,” Seth MacFarlane’s presence has blown up recently. He has expanded his voice work on “Family Guy” to shows like “American Dad” and “The Cleveland Show,” while also writing and directing the feature film “Ted.” He has become famous, or some might say infamous, for his hosting of…
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‘Godzilla’ the best actor in the Gareth Edwards movie
Godzilla, the “King of Monsters,” is back in a “Godzillian” way mesmerizing old seasoned fans and the new generation of kids who will watch it with their parents. The latest “Godzilla” has a more aggressive visage and despite the use of computer graphics, the movie retains the dramatic stage-like nature of the previous versions. Earlier…
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‘Neighbors’ a comedy with heart
“Neighbors” asks millennials what is cool after having a child. How does this generation transition from young adulthood to adulthood. Are late night raves still an option? Can parents smoke weed or get wasted before coming home to their newborns? Through a comedic viewpoint, these are issues many of this generation is or will be…
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TV reporter reflects on interview with Dean Novak
As seen on UTDTV To see this story on UTDTV, tune in to ‘Newscast 313’ on Dec. 5 at www.utdtv.com. When I walked into Bruce Novak’s office on a chilly autumn morning, I expected a quick review of the dean’s many accomplishments and his goals for the future of the faculty of…
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Craving diversity, less is more when studying overseas
Culture shock in the United States provided opportunity for self-discovery It’s that time of year again when the campus is filling back up, freshmen are moving in and bus loads of international students are stepping onto Texas soil for perhaps the first time in their lives. Watching the sun rise on another glorious August morning…
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Watching weight minus mom
Flab can be frustrating, but fighting it can be fun. Amanda Smith, UTD health education coordinator, is organizing a freshman 15 club designed to educate students on how to maintain their health and weight during their first year at college. The club’s launch is scheduled for September, giving students time to settle into their new…