Given the lasting popularity of film genres like horror within cinema, finding new and original ideas for stories can become a very tall order. However, it is not only a matter of originality of these films, but also of quality. The Netflix International film, “Cadaver,” certainly does bring some freshness to the genre. “Cadaver” (Norwegian:Continue reading ““Cadaver” Has Promise, But Ultimately Drops Dead”
Author Archives: Mark Burbridge
Assessing Student Opinion of #CampusClear
In the mist of the current COVID-19 pandemic, it is paramount to be able to prevent the spread of the virus and identify individuals who are infected with it. When in-person classes began to resume at SLU back in August, viral spread was a major concern. Even now, in spite of having an initial lowContinue reading “Assessing Student Opinion of #CampusClear”
“Books of Blood” Is A Bloody Mess
“Books of Blood” was the anthology book series that helped to launch now famous horror novelist Clive Barker into the forefront of the horror genre. Now, Hulu attempts to adapt Barker’s work into an original film for their streaming catalog. Directed by Brannon Braga, the film, similar to last year’s “Scary Stories to Tell inContinue reading ““Books of Blood” Is A Bloody Mess”
“Survivor: Winners at War” Doesn’t Quite Outplay Expectations
Few TV series have the ability to stay on the air for 20 or more years, yet one show that has managed to outlast its competition is Survivor. First hitting TV screens back in the year 2000, Survivor captivated audiences with memorable castaways and various layers of social strategy. Fast forward to December 2019, Survivor announced that, to celebrate theContinue reading ““Survivor: Winners at War” Doesn’t Quite Outplay Expectations”
“Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy-Siege” Is More Than Meets The Eye
Despite sharing a name with the 2010 video game “Transformers: War for Cybertron,” the first chapter of Netflix’s anime miniseries trilogy bears no connections. However, the premise of both mediums is the same: a telling of the events during the waning days of the War for Cybertron that took place between the Autobots and theContinue reading ““Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy-Siege” Is More Than Meets The Eye”
The Invisible Man: Catch Him If You Can
After failing to move forward with the Dark Universe of classic monsters, Universal Studios rebounds with more individualized storytelling in their latest rendition of “The Invisible Man.” Loosely based on the H. G. Wells novel of the same name, the film depicts Cecilia Kass (Elisabeth Moss) and her struggle to get away from her abusiveContinue reading “The Invisible Man: Catch Him If You Can”
Through a Different Lens: SLU Film Studies Director Talks Getting into Film and What He Wishes for Students
[ST. LOUIS, MO] – A common mindset for students who engage with Film Studies in college is to head off to Los Angeles, to take part in the expanse known as Hollywood. However, while the professionals of tomorrow might be preoccupied with big stars and corporate studios, the director of Saint Louis University’s Film StudiesContinue reading “Through a Different Lens: SLU Film Studies Director Talks Getting into Film and What He Wishes for Students”
Camp Moval Adjusts After Being Shut Down For 2 Years Because of Pandemic
[ST. LOUIS, MO]- In the forest landscape of Union, just off Highway UU on the aptly-named “Camp Moval Road,” lies an outdoor ministry known as Camp Moval. Upon first impressions, Moval would appear as just another summer camp. Many of the usual camp activities are present across 280 acre space. Various hiking trails, a highContinue reading “Camp Moval Adjusts After Being Shut Down For 2 Years Because of Pandemic”
Communicating growth: U-News staff adviser helps students progress throughout SLU academic year
[ST. LOUIS, MO]- Staff members for SLU’s Student Involvement Center are known for their dedication in helping to foster the student community. Michelle Peltier, the web and media coordinator for the Center, brings this passion for community development to students aspiring for communications careers. Serving as the staff adviser for The University News since 2014,Continue reading “Communicating growth: U-News staff adviser helps students progress throughout SLU academic year”
Northern Involvement: Why SLU doesn’t match the surrounding community
ST. LOUIS, MO- Aric Hamilton, a local St. Louis native, is currently in his Junior year at Saint Louis University. Over the past year, Hamilton has been very involved within demonstrations on campus to help promote a more diverse and inclusive environment. “Personally, I have seen some amazing work from our institution and seen howContinue reading “Northern Involvement: Why SLU doesn’t match the surrounding community”
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