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The Student News Site of St. Edward's University

Hilltop Views
The Student News Site of St. Edward's University

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‘Tall Girl’ stars newcomer Ava Michelle in the titular role. The movie premiered on Netflix on Sept. 13 to mostly negative reviews, averaging 44% on Rotten Tomatoes.

‘Tall Girl’ unable to live up to height of expectations due to poor storyline

Isabella Bass, Staff Writer
November 4, 2019
Willem Dafoe (left) and Robert Pattinson (right) star in 'The Lighthouse,' a psychological thriller. The film was released on Oct. 18.

‘The Lighthouse’ defies typical thriller genre gimmicks with stellar acting

John Walker, Life and Arts Editor
October 28, 2019
'El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie,' chronicles the life of Jesse Pinkman after his escape to freedom in the 'Breaking Bad' finale in 2013.

‘El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie’ attempts to bring closure to dedicated viewers. Was it worth the wait?

Matthew San Martin, Editor-In-Chief
October 15, 2019
‘Joker’ made $96 million domesticcly, breaking the previous October record held by ‘Venom’ last year. The Alamo Drafthouse is playing ‘Joker’ in both 35mm and 70mm. Check online for times near you.

‘Joker’ strays from comic book movie tropes with dark origin story

John Walker
October 7, 2019
Andrew Johnson became president after President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated in 1865. He was impeached three years later and was one vote shy of being convicted in Senate.

Confused about impeachment: 1942 film helps explain the complicated process through its first use

Isabella Bass, Staff Writer
October 2, 2019
Freshman students were invited to a viewing of Jose Antonio Vargas’ documentary which is also based on his book. The film deals with his struggles of immigration, which was the common theme chosen for this year’s freshman class.

‘Documented’ details struggles of immigration, inspires freshman class

Samantha Carrizal, Staff Writer
September 30, 2019
"Downton Abbey" was released on Sept. 20. The movie picks up right where the original show left off.

‘Downton Abbey’ gets silver screen debut much to fan delight

Katya Melchor, Staff Writer
September 26, 2019
'Ad Astra' currently has an 83% on Rotten Tomatoes and is certified fresh among critics.

New Brad Pitt sci-fi film explores complexities of emotion, loss

John Walker, Life and Arts Editor
September 24, 2019
Fans of the Rambo series were impressed with the film earning it a 84% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.

Action film closes out franchise after explosive 40-year run

Luke Markley
September 24, 2019
'Between Two Ferns: The Movie' sits with a 78% on Rotten Tomatoes and a Metacritic score of 51.

From popular online sketch to Hollywood movie: ‘Between Two Ferns’ channels same dark humor

Katya Melchor
September 24, 2019
Alma Har’el poses at a red carpet event.

Women directors set to dominate domestic box office this semester

Myrka Moreno, Social Media Editor
September 18, 2019
"Hustlers" is based off an article originally published in New York magazine and features a star studded cast. "Hustlers" had its original premiere at Toronto International Film Festival.

“Hustlers” explores female camaraderie, struggles within stripping industry

Katya Melchor, Staff Writer
September 17, 2019
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