Category: Reviews
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Austin City Limits 2017
Written and photos by Halie Davis Pulling in headliners as Jay-Z, Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Killers, Chance The Rapper and Gorrillaz, made for a variety of dance parties across the stages. If those artists just weren’t an attendees jam, silent disco was offered. Adding in a new stage this year (Barton Springs) and the…
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At the Movies: A Review of Recent Box Office Films
Reviews by Avery Callaway and Gaius Straka, Bridge of Spies Steven Spielberg’s latest film, “Bridge of Spies,” is pleasant, but not very memorable. There are no standout moments that can really push it over the edge from being good to great. Even with the Coen brothers writing and Tom Hanks’ star power elevating the film,…
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Riverbat Cafe: You Get Served
Story by Ryan Fontenette-Mitchell, reporter A quick bite to eat and then off to classes is how many ACC students operate on a daily basis. The Eastview Campus has an option for hungry students —The Riverbat Cafe, located in the campus courtyard. The cafe offers two different menus, the regular menu which changes each week…
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Shyamalan Returns with Horror- Comedy “The Visit”
Story by Ryan Fontenette-Mitchell, reporter In a surprising twist, M. Night Shyamalan’s new horror-comedy “The Visit,” ends with — a plot twist. Most people recognize the name M. Night Shyamalan as the director of the movies “The Sixth Sense” and “Signs.” After those two outstanding films, Shyamalan’s track record went down from there having made…
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Film: “Unfriended” Illuminates the Lonely Side of Social Media
Story by Kyle August, Reporter “Unfriended” turns ordinary social media interactions into terrifying en- counters. In the horror/thriller, teenager Blaire Lily receives a Skype message from her classmate Laura Barns. Blaire dismisses the message as a cruel prank because Laura commit- ted suicide a year ago after someone anonymously posted a mortifying video of her.…
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Music: Poetic Lyrics Elevate “To Pimp a Butterfly”
Story by Ryan Fontenette-Mitchell, Reporter West Coast rapper and Compton native Kendrick Lamar unveiled his new album “To Pimp A Butterfly” on March 15. Lamar’s poetic lyrics bring America’s issues to life with upbeat tracks, a heavy jazz influence and strong vocals. Lamar shows growth from his previous album “good kid m.A.A.d city” by pushing…
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The Wiz
Story by Ryan Fontenette-Mitchell, Reporter Cody Blount delighted the audience with strong vocals, lively dancing and over-the-top lines. in his performance of the Tin Man in the ACC drama department’s adaptation of the Wiz on March 1 at the Rio Grande Theater. — Ryan Fontenette-Mitchell
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Buzz Mill Review
Story by Raquel Moreno, Online Editor Photos by Anthony Devera Students that are looking for a cool new place to study, drink, and attend free events, Buzz Mill is the place to go. Located on East Riverside and open 24/7, Buzzmill has a unique atmosphere with its cozy cabin-style interior, where you can either grab…
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Restaurant Review
Adriel Vigo, Contributor Sawyer & Co. : 4827 E. Cesar Chavez Street For those craving a taste of Southern Louisiana, Sawyer & Co. serves traditional favorites like jambalaya, crawfish and corn bread. Less than a 15-minute drive from the Eastview and Rio Grande campuses, the restaurant is also accessible by Capital Metro buses. Although Sawyer…