Category: Life & Arts
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‘Arrival’ fails to deliver
In his latest feature effort Director Denis Villeneuve helms “Arrival,” based on Ted Chiang’s science fiction short story “Story of Your Life.” “Arrival” is an effective adaptation and showcase of creative filmmaking. Although the film is entertaining, it fails to deliver on the scale that it promised in previews. In the film, extraterrestrials have found…
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Game Corner: Dishonored 2
“Dishonored 2” is a first-person, action-adventure game with a focus on stealth. The player must reclaim the royal throne after it was lost in a coup. Players are given a wide range of methods to tackle objectives, which means subsequent playthroughs can provide different experiences, assuming they opt for a new playstyle. The game feels…
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One for the books
As students head to the McDermott Library in droves to prepare for upcoming finals, Loreen Henry, a senior librarian, is one of the staff members working behind the scenes to ensure everything runs smoothly. Born in Jamaica, Henry moved to New York when she was 10 years old and developed a love of reading while…
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Palestinian dance group entertains campus with bimonthly performances
Once every two weeks, those on the Plinth witness a performance by a group of dancers linked at the elbows. For the dancers, it is more than just a spectacle — it is their attempt to immerse onlookers in their culture. The dabke, a dance form which lightens the mind and stirs enthusiasm among youngsters, is…
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‘Moonlight’ rewrites masculinity
“Moonlight” premiered at Telluride Film Festival as an indie stand-out, but soon became the most well-received film of the year. Mild spoilers ahead. The film is about Chiron’s life and is told in three acts. It is an exploration of his upbringing in a Miami suburb in the 90s, black masculinity and sexual identity. Director…
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Gamer group gains traction
The world’s most played video game, “League of Legends,” shapes the UTD gaming community more than any other game. The leaders of the prominent gaming organizations on campus attribute this to players wanting to join the competitive team as well as be a part of the casual gaming experience. Tespa is a leading collegiate electronic…
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Puppet power
Singing, off-color humor and puppets all came together to communicate important life lessons in UTD’s production of “Avenue Q.” “Avenue Q” is a musical written by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx that stars a puppet named Princeton. Upon graduating from college he moves to New York City where he makes poor choices and learns about…
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Game Corner: Shadow Warrior 2 Review
“Shadow Warrior 2” is a first-person shooter game where players take control of a mighty ninja that spews carefree one-liners while fighting off demons and angry mobsters. The game is at its absolute best when the player is in the middle of the fray, fighting off various enemies. However, it does suffer from some odd…