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July 31, 2021 5:43 p.m.
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King Arthur’s daring nephew is learning that promises are meant to be kept, no matter the cost.
A meditative exploration of oaths and honor, the retelling of the 14th century chivalric romance “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight” is fresh and full of beheadings.
By Ashley Kim
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July 30, 2021 3:41 p.m.This post was updated Aug. 1 at 5:54 p.m.
This time around, Billie Eilish is happier than ever.
The long-awaited sophomore record of the young artist comes after her Grammy-award-winning debut album “When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?” While its predecessor opted for a mostly darker electro-pop sound to complement its thematically heavy nature, “Happier Than Ever” strikes a balance in simultaneously softening and sharpening her edges.
By Alexis Jones
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July 23, 2021 1:55 p.m.Movie review: ‘Snake Eyes’ is visually artistic, albeit predictable action flick
This post was updated July 25 at 3:59 p.m.
Not even giant anacondas and an all-powerful sun jewel can stop a heart of true honor.
Based on the historic American toy and media franchise, “Snake Eyes: G.I.
By Janice Yun
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July 19, 2021 1:06 p.m.Movie review: ‘Space Jam: A New Legacy’ evokes ghosts of basketball stars past in vibrant sequel
LeBron James once said his motivation was a ghost that played in Chicago.
The ghost he was referencing, of course, was Michael Jordan, who was widely regarded as the greatest basketball player of all time – until James crashed those debates in recent years – and the star of the 1996 blockbuster, “Space Jam.”
After five years and another NBA championship since the interview, the Los Angeles Lakers forward is following in Jordan’s off-the-court footsteps by reprising the feature role in the sequel, “Space Jam: A New Legacy.” 25 years after Jordan starred in the original, Bugs Bunny and the Looney Tunes crew once again take on the basketball court with a generational star to compete for their survival.
By Francis Moon
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July 16, 2021 5:42 p.m.Album Review: ‘Sling’ is mature, sentimental progression of Clairo’s sound
This post was updated July 18 at 4:47 p.m.
Four years after “Pretty Girl” ignited an early music career for a teenage Claire Cottrill, “Sling” finds the singer embracing maturity and pondering upon maternal ideals.
By EJ Panaligan
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July 15, 2021 2:50 p.m.‘Gossip Girl’ season 1 recap – episode 2: ‘She’s Having a Maybe’
Warning: spoilers ahead.
Spotted: Gossip Girl leaks juicy content for her followers – until it backfires harshly.
Released Thursday, the second installment of “Gossip Girl” follows the insurmountable figure taking another jab at the problematic Julien (Jordan Alexander) and Zoya (Whitney Peak) sister duo.
By Brandon Sanchez
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July 9, 2021 4:51 p.m.Movie Review: ‘Black Widow’ a compelling story of female empowerment unique in Marvel catalog
It’s about time Natasha Romanoff got her own film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
The latest Marvel movie, “Black Widow,” released Friday in select theaters and on Disney+ Premier Access.
By Lily Rafat
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July 9, 2021 10:53 a.m.Album Review: Vince Staples displays lack of identity in new self-titled album
This post was updated July 11 at 1:29 p.m.
Almost three years after his last record, Long Beach emcee Vince Staples has returned.
He brings with him “Vince Staples,” a 10-track album that recounts the 28-year-old rapper’s tumultuous, danger-riddled upbringing as he attempts to navigate the present-day trials of being a successful artist who came from very little.
By EJ Panaligan
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