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Queen + Adam Lambert to tour North America

By Parker Otto | December 22, 2018

Just after the success of the 2018 “Bohemian Rhapsody” film Dec. 3, Queen announced their latest North American tour with vocalist Adam Lambert simply dubbed “The Rhapsody Tour.” The tour is set to start July 10 and finish Aug. 23 with venues...

Deadpool kills with PG-13 “family film”

By Parker Otto | December 19, 2018

Just in time for the holiday season, another Christmas film has been released featuring the man in red himself, Deadpool. “Once Upon a Deadpool,” released Dec. 14, is essentially a PG-13 recut of the R-rated film “Deadpool 2,” which was released...

‘The Ranch’ delivers heartwarming comedy and beautiful emotion.

By Parker Otto | December 10, 2018

Netflix’s “The Ranch” released the second half of its third season containing ten episodes on Friday. The sitcom’s latest endeavor was a remarkable addition with hilarious comedy and plenty of emotional moments.The show follows the Bennett family...

‘Fantastic Beasts’ falls short of expectations

By Parker Otto | November 26, 2018

“Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald” has impressionable characters, magical creatures and a beautiful atmosphere. However, the film has an unfocused narrative with nonsensical subplots and meanders resulting in a film that is okay at best...

‘Overlord’ gives war film genre a horror spin

By Parker Otto | November 14, 2018

“Overlord,” released Nov. 9, creates a fantastic action experience with likeable characters and heart-pounding action.By combining horror and war film genres, “Overlord” is a film unlike any other released this year. It follows a small group of...

Fans remember Stan Lee’s legacy

By Parker Otto | November 14, 2018

Millions of Marvel fans heard the sad news Monday that comic book writer, editor and publisher Stan Lee died at the age of 95. He will forever be remembered as a creative genius who contrived amazing characters and a guardian angel who made numerous cameos...

Home Free dazzles crowd at Egyptian Theatre

By Parker Otto | November 11, 2018

DeKALB — A capella group Home Free gave a rousing performance Thursday at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., combining country classics with original songs to create a fantastic experience.As an a capella group, they don’t play instruments but...

Rami Malek embodies Freddie Mercury in ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’

By Parker Otto | November 7, 2018

“Bohemian Rhapsody” is an entertaining and heartwarming film that tells the story of the larger-than-life band Queen. The film, released Nov. 2, contains a stellar cast, fantastic music and a great balance of comedy and drama.The film tells the story...

Pink Floyd tribute Think Floyd USA hit the Egyptian Theatre stage Friday.

Think Floyd USA captures essence of Pink Floyd

By Parker Otto | November 4, 2018

Pink Floyd tribute Think Floyd USA hit the Egyptian Theatre stage Friday.

“Shape of Water” brings Jenkins series to a close

By Parker Otto | November 1, 2018

“The Shape of Water” screened 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., concluding the Richard Jenkins Film Series with DeKalb native Richard Jenkins in attendance. With a compelling lead and a beautiful atmosphere, “The Shape of...

‘Norman’ faces hard realities

By Parker Otto | October 24, 2018

“Norman,” which screened 7 p.m. Tuesday at The Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St, proved to be one of the most compelling films in the Richard Jenkins Film Series by combining teen struggles with heavy subject matters.The film’s protagonist Norman,...

Greta Van Fleet kicks off discography with ‘Anthem of the Peaceful Army’

By Parker Otto | October 21, 2018

Greta Van Fleet released their debut album “Anthem of the Peaceful Army” Oct. 19, and its meaningful lyrics and killer blues rock sound made it well worth the wait.One standout from the album is the single “When the Curtain Falls,” released on...