PUP singles ‘Waiting,’ ‘Kill Something’ only new in name
Canadian pop-punk and alternative band PUP (“DVP”) released two singles on Nov. 9, titled “Waiting” and “Kill Something.” These new tracks hint at an upcoming album release, but as of now, no album has been announced. A new album for…
‘Red Notice’ overcomes stale plot with charming performances
“Red Notice” provides a light-hearted and comedic spin of the typical spy movie with a brilliant cast and captivating storyline. The star-studded film features Nolan Booth (Ryan Reynolds, “Free Guy”), Special Agent John Hartley (Dwayne Johnson, “Jungle Cruise”) and Sarah…
Laker Review suggests novels reminiscent of ‘Red (Taylor’s Version)’
On Friday Nov. 12, Taylor Swift’s rerecording of the 2012 album “Red,” now called “Red (Taylor’s Version),” was released. It was a highly anticipated album with its inclusion of the 10 minute version of the song “All Too Well” rumored…
Short film ‘All Too Well’ beautifully showcases Swift song
Along with releasing a 30-song album on Nov. 12, Taylor Swift (“Reputation”) surprised fans with a short film based on the much anticipated “All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor’s Version) (From the Vault).” The film was written and directed…
‘Red (Taylor’s Version)’ stuns nearly decade after original
Taylor Swift’s “Red (Taylor’s Version)” offers more than 2012 reminiscence, bringing 30 tracks together to create an album masterpiece. “Red (Taylor’s Version)” marks the second re-recorded Swift album, following “Fearless (Taylor’s Version)” released in April 202 0. The decision to…
Thrilling ‘Army of Thieves’ expands ‘Army of the Dead’ franchise
In “Army of Thieves,” director Matthias Schweighöfer (“You Are Wanted”), reinstalls his favorite character Ludwig Dieter as a bank teller with a fascination for hacking into ominous locks. Perhaps, only in his dreams. In the film, Dieter follows the legacy…
Action-packed ‘The Harder They Fall’ amazes in every way
Netflix has done it again with “The Harder They Fall,” an original Western that was executed perfectly with the ideal cast, dry humor and plenty of twists and action. A fictional story based on real people, the movie follows Nat…
‘Stranger Things’ trailer offers exciting glimpse into fourth season
“Stranger Things,” the hit Netflix series from the Duffer Brothers (“Wayward Pines”), offered fans a promising look into its fourth season with the release of its first teaser. The sci-fi series first aired on the streaming service in July 2016,…
‘Eternals’ clumsily introduces exciting new superhero team
Following her historic win at the 93rd Academy Awards, director Chloé Zhao’s (“Nomadland”) next move was to bring her talents to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), helming its 26th film, “Eternals.” With Zhao’s visual scope and a talented, diverse cast…
Suspenseful ‘Antlers’ brings new life to horror film genre
Described as a supernatural horror, “Antlers” breathes fresh air into the genre as it explores a wonderfully original concept and poses the question, what is real and what is just a myth? Directed by Scott Cooper (“Hostiles”), the movie follows…
