By: Ashton Newton Entertainment Editor Editor’s Recommendations One of the best bands around right now is Bear’s Den. Formed in 2012, Bear’s Den is a relatively new band but one that has been making quite a name for themselves in the folk scene. Bear’s Den has...
By: Ashton Newton Entertainment Editor Part “Fast and Furious” and part “Ocean’s Eleven,” “Collide” is an over the top action film with an incredible cast. The film follows an ex-criminal named Casey, played by Nicholas Hoult, who has to return to a life of crime to...
By: Ashton Newton Entertainment Editor Western students are hitting the stage once again with the upcoming performances of Ken Ludwig’s “Shakespeare in Hollywood”. Directed by Western’s Ted deChatelet, “Shakespeare in Hollywood” features a cast of Western students who...
By: Alyssa James Staff Writer Unlike other forms of entertainment that are popular amongst the college crowd such as television, music and movies, there is one that is under-appreciated: the podcast. Podcasts can cover a wide variety of topics, from news to technology...
By: Kiley Prom Freelancer From the director who has brought us modern-day classics such as “Pirates of the Caribbean” and “The Ring,” comes a poor excuse for a horror movie set in an isolated spa in the Swiss Alps. The story follows the young...
By: Ashton Newton Entertainment Editor It’s difficult to drive down Main Street in Monmouth without seeing the blue building with the words “My Mom’s Basement” on the front. Within walking distance of Western, My Mom’s Basement is both a game store and a gathering...
By: Ashton Newton Entertainment Editor Marvel’s plan to take over the world has been well-executed so far. In both film and television, Marvel has continually put out great content and the newest TV show “Legion” is no different. Currently in its first season, FX’s...
By: Kevan Maloney Staff Writer Western hosts an array of enticing and unique live performances throughout the year. The Edgar H. Smith Fine Arts Series provides an excellent way to see many new acts and performances. In it’s 40th season, the Smith Fine Arts program is...
By: Ashton Newton Entertainment Editor The original “Lego Movie” (2014) introduced a different kind of Batman. Batman was funny, poked fun at previous Batman adaptations and knew how to kick some butt. “The Lego Batman Movie” brings that concept back but this time on...
By: Alyssa James Staff Writer The Golden Raspberry Awards, also known as The Razzies, is an award ceremony that recognizes the worst in the film industry. The 37th annual Razzie Awards will be covering a variety of different categories all focusing on the poor and...
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