Coraline: Things Are Not Always as They Seem 

Bronwen K Bradshaw, Arts & Entertainment Editor   Halloween and the spooky season are upon us. To prepare for the festivities, I have been catching up on and rewatching beloved films that capture the spooky holiday season. In doing so, I decided to rewatch the 2009 stop-motion classic, Coraline, directed by Henry Selick. I was 7 years old when the film was released in theaters. … Continue reading Coraline: Things Are Not Always as They Seem 

The creepy clown epidemic of 2016

Virginia Weaver, Senior Staff Writer Microwaved Beef is a column by Virginia Weaver that reflects on flashpoints from the last few years in the culture wars. The rapid pace of contemporary discourse makes it easy to forget critical moments and trends that have defined our social and academic lives. Microwaved Beef brings those moments back into the spotlight.  Today’s edition is a Halloween special.  This October, … Continue reading The creepy clown epidemic of 2016

The scream queen fired for her stance on Gaza 

Virginia Weaver, Senior Staff Writer  Microwaved Beef is a column by Virginia Weaver that reflects on flashpoints from the last few years in the culture wars. The rapid pace of contemporary discourse makes it easy to forget critical moments and trends that have defined our social and academic lives. Microwaved Beef brings those moments back into the spotlight.    After ascending to prominence among English-speaking audiences … Continue reading The scream queen fired for her stance on Gaza 

This Week at UNC Greensboro

Jessi Rae Morton, News Editor While many Halloween-themed activities and events took place this past weekend, there are still a variety of things to do. There are still some Halloween events, but don’t overlook the other exciting opportunities to get involved on campus.  Dia de Muertos Skull Painting  Hosted by Lambda Theta Phi  Tuesday, Oct. 29, from 5 to 8:30 p.m., in the School of … Continue reading This Week at UNC Greensboro

Halloween on Hold for Hendersonville 

Crystal Thompson, Features Editor  As we approach Halloween, it’s hard not to notice all the sights synonymous with the season. For the enthusiasts, this special night is preceded by hyper preparation for and anticipation of festivities that fill the last week of the October calendar, fairs and fall celebrations included.  Among the excitement to go hay riding, apple picking, and trick or treating is the … Continue reading Halloween on Hold for Hendersonville 

Terrifier 3 is a visual delight – but not much else

Ginny Weaver This spooky season, iconic villain Art the Clown tries to get into the Christmas spirit but slips on a blood-soaked banana peel in the writer’s room. Damien Leone’s Terrifier 3 self-consciously erects itself as part of the lineage of classic slashers, yet the dominance of its influences disembowels the film and jeopardizes the future of its franchise.  As the third entry in an … Continue reading Terrifier 3 is a visual delight – but not much else