The adaptation to the 2015 video game is intriguingly different and well-executed in some aspects, but the plot lost itself as the story unfolded, causing me to leave the theater wondering, “Why?”
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We’re keeping it low and slow for the last Tunesday of the semester. These guitar-themed songs will be calming enough to ease you into a study session, but just spirited enough to keep you awake and working hard.
What began as a small project funded by a grant from the Waco Indie Film Festival in 2022 has since blossomed into an internationally celebrated work, known as “The Heart of Texas.”
The festival began with an introduction from Senior Lecturer Maverick Moore, who set the stage for the 17 short films from both graduate and undergraduate film students, spanning roughly two hours.
Musician and Shady Dale, Ga., junior Ethan Lynch didn’t grow up in a musical family. Instead, he spent his childhood on his family’s multi-generational cattle farm, working alongside his two brothers from an early age.
Graduation is nearing, and before the bittersweet tears of youth start rolling, plan for your party by adding these five songs to your playlist. Some are upbeat, some are danceable and some are nostalgic, but each fits the night of celebration and reminiscence.
Directed by Gavin O’Connor, the sequel brings back Ben Affleck as Christian Wolff and dives deeper into his world. This time, the long-awaited sequel runs with more humor, emotional moments and a stronger focus on his relationship with his brother, which becomes the heart of the film.
Seven years after its cancelation Daredevil has risen from the grave, with an entirely different set of showrunners. Despite the show’s higher budget, returning cast, CGI, and slick new look. There are still multiple plot holes, and weak storylines that hold it back from being a near-perfect season.
His latest album release, “WITHERED,” features a mix of new songs and released singles. Mostly full of slower tunes, the album encapsulates the energy original fans have grown to love and expect from d4vd.
We’re nearing the end, Bears. Now that it’s time to lock in, here are some study beats to keep you company during those late-night library sessions.
The first point of Da’ Shack Farmer’s Market was to tackle food insecurity by educating Waco locals on gardening, given how advantageous it can be because of the regenerative cycle of crops.
Humidity hung heavy in the air this past weekend at The Far Out Lounge in South Austin. Austin Psych Fest, the city’s annual psychedelic music event, drew thousands, their bodies packed together in front of stages featuring psych rock, indie rock and experimental pop bands from all over the world.
Just a few feet from the stage they would soon play on, I got to sit down for a quick interview with Josh Lambert, Yvonne Lambert and Toto Miranda from the ever-so-versatile psych rock group, The Octopus Project. In our talk, I got details on the band’s evolution over years, their past live music experiences and even got to chatting about spirit animals. Let’s dive in.
From head-to-toe black to fits displaying every color of the rainbow, here are some fun and funky fashion choices we noticed at Psych Fest.
The movie is a Coogler original. It’s the first film he has written and directed that isn’t based on an existing IP or historical event. Essentially, it’s the lovechild of “Blade,” “From Dusk Till Dawn,” and “Lovecraft Country.” “Sinners” intricately weaves together the history, culture and music of the American South, set to a brutal vampire flick.
With Austin Psych Fest just around the corner, it’s time to start getting in the groove by listening to some trippy tunes. Whether you enjoy rock that’s a little grungier and heavier or low and slow dream pop, this fest will cater to all different tastes of psych music.
Golden hour set in as hundreds filed into the Foster Pavilion on Tuesday evening. Speckled among the crowd in the pit and the decks were t-shirts, sweatshirts and jerseys bearing the capitalized words “Child of God” and “Forrest Frank.”
Released on April 11, this slow-burning psychological thriller doesn’t rely on predictable tropes or recycled plot lines. Instead, it offers something visually striking, emotionally intense and cinematically different. If I could rate it, I’d give it a solid four out of five stars.
Cerovich is in the Honors College here at Baylor, so the chapel holds a special place in his heart. But the EP wasn’t created by Cerovich alone — he had lots of help from his many friends.
As heavy winds blew throughout Waco, a bigger storm brewed in the parking lot of The Backyard, which was converted to a stage to hold the 3,000 fans who came to see 17-year-old country phenomenon, Ty Myers.
On April 25, Bowling for Soup and Two Tons of Steel will join forces with the City of Waco for the annual Brazos Nights concert series in Indian Spring Park.
I had the opportunity today to sit down and chat with Forrest Frank opener, Claire Leslie. Here, we talked about the upcoming show, her story, her inspirations and got to asking some sillier questions, too. If you don’t already know who this rising Christian pop star is, you’re about to. Allow me to present: Claire Leslie.
If you crave songs that are just as much stories as they are catchy tunes, Tunesday is here to give you what you need. Enjoy these country and folk releases from familiar and strange faces alike.
April 22 is Earth Day, and whether you’re celebrating by planting a garden or educating yourself on ways to live more sustainably, you’ll need some music to accompany it. Here is a list of the top five songs for your Earth Day experience.
I really enjoyed my experience with this one. The reviews seem to be quite polarizing, but I just don’t think the negative reviewers get the vibe that this thing is supposed to be silly and fun.
Happy Diadeloso, Bears! While you’re busy with the day’s festivities, here are some electronic, pop and indie jams released this weekend to revisit once you decide to reel it back in.
Walking into Sagrado Cocina & Bar feels like stepping into an intimate garden party wrapped in modern elegance. The lighting is dim and moody, casting soft shadows over a rich palette of deep greens, blush pinks and creamy whites. Oversized floral installations bloom above and around you, adding a romantic, whimsical touch to the sleek, contemporary space.
Baylor University announced this morning that one of the biggest names in Christian contemporary music, Lauren Daigle, will be coming to Baylor to perform at Foster Pavilion in the fall. That makes Daigle the second of a ten-show series that will be taking place at Foster Pavilion over the next two years.
“Malcolm Todd” is a collection of songs that is chock-full of emotions. Whether that be feelings of inadequacy, confidence, longing, betrayal or adoration, Todd masterfully expresses and projects them all into song form. I found that all of my favorites from this album also seemed to be the ones where Todd seemed to be spinning out of control and pouring out his heart. These allow the listener a peek into how he sees, feels and thinks — a picture of beautiful chaos.
At its core, Reacher is a power fantasy. It lets its audience imagine a world where injustice doesn’t go unpunished — where a six-foot-three giant like Reacher can show up and save the day whenever needed. It’s this same fantasy that made season one a smash hit years ago. While season three tries to go back to the same basics that made it popular, it unfortunately falls short of the high standard’s set.