Album Review: Zara Larsson’s Midnight Sun

By Stephan Cook, Contributing Writer Summer isn’t over just yet! After a year and some change, Zara Larsson has released her fifth studio album, Midnight Sun.  Born and raised in Sweden, the singer, songwriter and dancer began her career in 2008 when she appeared on the Swedish version of  Got Talent, Talang. Since then, she has continued to rise to stardom, eventually touring with pop … Continue reading Album Review: Zara Larsson’s Midnight Sun

The Menu (2022): Movie Review

By: Alexander Bowler | Contributing Writer | Disclaimer: None of my criticism is meant to tear down the creators, writers, or actors involved. With that being said, here is my take on The Menu by Searchlight Pictures and the horror genre as a whole. Overall Rating: 3/10 Before you come for my head, I have my reasons for this low rating. I can say there … Continue reading The Menu (2022): Movie Review

Hocus Pocus 2: Movie Review

By: Alexander Bowler | Contributing Writer Photo courtesy of Disney Plus This movie is the long-awaited sequel to the original Hocus Pocus made in 1993. The familiar faces and music bring a wave of nostalgia, especially for any huge Disney fans. This movie is perfect to watch with the whole family, sitting down with some warm cider and popcorn, especially on Halloween night. Overview: Three … Continue reading Hocus Pocus 2: Movie Review

Fresh(2022) Movie Review

By: Alexander Bowler | Contributing Writer Photo courtesy of IMDb Mimi Cave’s directorial debut, starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and Sebastian Stan, was released to Hulu on March 4, 2022. As a psychological thriller, it’s the perfect movie to watch with some friends, a little hot chocolate, and a cozy blanket. Overview: Two best friends take down a serial cannibalist with setbacks and a slippery slope of … Continue reading Fresh(2022) Movie Review

GAME REVIEW: Metroid Dread (2021) – Challenging, Nostalgic and Amazing

By: Micah Burkholder | Contributor Photo credit: Perfectly Nintendo Have you ever heard of the video game subgenre called Metroidvania? It is a subgenre of games that combine 2D platformers and role playing games (RPGs). This genre alone is excellent and paved the way for many successful games that are still talked about today. Metroidvania originated from two classic games: “Super Metroid (1994)” and “Castlevania: … Continue reading GAME REVIEW: Metroid Dread (2021) – Challenging, Nostalgic and Amazing

MOVIE REVIEW: The Last Duel (2021) – Ridley Scott’s Latest Medieval Masterpiece

By: Micah Burkholder | Contributor Photo credit: Cinema Daily U.S. I’ve always loved Ridley Scott, and I’ve always considered him to be one of the greatest directors ever. He has made some of my favorite movies, the kind that made him very influential across numerous movie genres. “The Last Duel” is Scott’s latest movie, and this movie might just be one of the greatest things … Continue reading MOVIE REVIEW: The Last Duel (2021) – Ridley Scott’s Latest Medieval Masterpiece

MOVIE REVIEW: The Green Knight (2021) – A Cinematic Masterpiece

By: Micah Burkholder | Contributor Photo Credit: Pinterest We have no idea who the actual writer of Sir Gawain and the Green Knight is, but we do know that J.R.R. Tolkien translated the Middle English poem into a modern idiom, which is a far-reaching, culturally resonant, mythic morality tale. “Of all the things that men may need, ’tis most of love they sing indeed.” – … Continue reading MOVIE REVIEW: The Green Knight (2021) – A Cinematic Masterpiece

FILM REVIEW: James Wan’s New Film “Malignant” Is Benign At Best

Conor Merrick | Editor-in-Chief | cpm2022@jagmail.southalabama.edu Image: Still from Movie “Malignant” The overall quality of horror movies and their originality has been on a sharp decline for years and “Malignant” which came out Sept. 10, is no exception.  Aside from the occasional standouts like Ari Aster’s films “Hereditary” and “Midsommar”, horror fans have been putting up with tacky, recycled tropes and uninspiring plotlines for a … Continue reading FILM REVIEW: James Wan’s New Film “Malignant” Is Benign At Best