Hannah Hall Arts and Entertainment Editor Taylor Swift has been a dominating force in the music industry since her debut self-titled album nearly fourteen years ago, so it should be no surprise to anyone that the pop star used her time in quarantine to create and release two new albums. The most recent of the two albums, Evermore, has become a solid rotation to the … Continue reading Step Into The World of Evermore
Naima Said Staff Writer Wrong Turn 7: The Foundation (2021) is the most recent installment in the Wrong Turn franchise, though exploits its commonality with only the name. The film, starring Charlotte Vega, follows a group of friends who intentionally hike off-trail in the Appalachian Mountains. It’s quite evident the original Wrong Turn (2003) screenwriter Alan B. McElroy returned. Though in his efforts to subvert … Continue reading Should’ve Just Been Called “The Foundation.”
Alexis Boone Staff Writer Here at UNCG, the School of Arts mission is to establish three enthusiastically held standards: the investigation of thoughts through visual expressions is both vital and socially important, that comprehension of visual correspondence inside contemporary society is basic for an educated perspective, and that an appreciation and knowledge on, over a wide period, is fundamental for both youthful researchers and upcoming … Continue reading UNCG School of Arts: The Importance of Graphic Design
Victoria Cox Staff Writer As COVID-19 continues to rage on, everyone at UNCG has had to adapt to the constant changes that the pandemic has brought. From online, hybrid, and some in-person classes, the Creative Writing MFA program has found a way to persevere. Normally, readings would be held at Scuppernong Books, but with the pandemic this has changed. This has been a challenging year, … Continue reading MFA Thesis Readings Bring Hope During COVID-19 Pandemic
Naima Said Staff Writer Is there a set moment in time your life is supposed to begin? Soul is an animated Pixar drama-comedy that debuted in 2020. Directed by Pete Docter, the story follows Joe Gardner (Jamie Foxx), our first African American Pixar protagonist, who is a band teacher at a middle school, with a passion for Jazz. Wanting a chance, a former student gives him … Continue reading Movie Review: Soul
Hannah HallStaff Writer It seems like everyday there are new artists emerging into the music scene; from young self made musicians making a name for themselves on social media, to multi-talented artists exploring a new element of the arts, there is so much amazing lesser known music. Anthony Ramos is one of the many incredibly talented actor-turned- musicians making art and sharing it via social … Continue reading Anthony Ramos is Storming the Pop Music Scene
Austin HorneStaff Writer Animal Crossing has long been a haven for self expression and comfort in games; an experience where the “point” was more about creative choice than progression. In honor of this past Trans Day of Visibility (March 31), I want to outline the improvements Nintendo has built for any person interested in experimenting with their gender identity or expression. Originally, the ability to … Continue reading Animal Crossing and Gender-Fluid Game Play
Austin HorneStaff Writer Hopefully, by now we’re all practicing good social distancing habits and staving off madness with animal friends in New Horizons. If, for whatever reason, you’re not enjoying a cup of Brewster’s best—or headbanging in id’s new Mick Gordon simulator—then I’ve got what you need. Four games under $20, most of them playable on any platform or able to run on any modern … Continue reading Cheap Games to Wait Out the Coronavirus Pt. 1
Austin HorneStaff Writer If you didn’t find anything that you liked in my last list—or you somehow already blew through those games—I’ve got a whole new batch! Duck Game – $2.59 on Steam until March 29th, $12.99 after thatAvailable for Windows, PS4, and SwitchMy preferred means of socializing is through co-op play, and Duck Game is great for forming friends across distance. This wacky 2D … Continue reading Cheap Games to Wait Out the Coronavirus Pt. 2
Hannah HallStaff Writer Netflix is known for putting out some of the best and most talked about originals of any platform. From big titles, like Orange Is The New Black, Stranger Things, and 13 Reasons Why to more niche series, such as Cheer, Big Mouth, and The Great British Baking Show, Netflix is always putting out the next big thing. The streaming platform’s latest release … Continue reading Netflix’s Gentefied is an Uplifting Gem
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