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In the first 30 minutes, the player agrees to go into an underground nuclear shelter, is cryogenically frozen, then almost immediately fights a Deathclaw, pictured here. Image source: http://bethsoft.com.

‘Fallout 4’ Designers Appeal to Mass Audience, Lose Artistry

Alexander Robison, Staff Writer December 7, 2015

Due to the immense amount of content in Bethesda Games’ Fallout 4, 1,000 words may not seem enough for an adequate discussion. However, it is actually difficult for me to write about the game at all,...

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‘Spectre’ Underwhelms, Yet Still Appeals to 007 Fans

Swathi Srinivasan, Staff Writer December 1, 2015

Cue the classic theme song, it’s time to talk about Bond: James Bond. Released Nov. 6th, Spectre has already reached revenues of nearly $550 million worldwide, according to TV Guide. Charmed by...

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If You’re Looking for a New Twist in Country Music, Start Here

Samantha Shaffer, Editor-at-Large October 13, 2015

Maddie & Tae is a country duo consisting of Maddie Marlow and Tae Dye from Nashville, Tennessee. On their debut album, Maddie & Tae convey important issues to youngsters everywhere through their...

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“Straight Outta Compton” Traces the Emotional Rise and Fall of a Hip-Hop Super-Group

Alexander Robison, Staff Writer September 25, 2015

Given its subject matter, one might expect F. Gary Gray’s Straight Outta Compton to be violent and gratuitous. However, it’s actually a heartfelt and emotional journey. Even viewers who are not followers...

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Can Video Games Be Considered Art?

Alexander Robison, Staff Writer August 14, 2015

Since the birth of the medium, many have debated whether video games have the potential to rise to the level of artistic significance. Roger Ebert famously weighed in on it in 2010 in an article titled...

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Marvel Makes Another Great Action Film: “Avengers: Age of Ultron”

Alex Cala, Staff Writer May 12, 2015

Avengers: Age of Ultron is a masterful, albeit slightly flawed film that is a worthy addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). It is a miracle that director Joss Whedon, who also made the first...

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Winking Lizard Creeps Into Science Park

Phil Schnee, Staff Writer May 11, 2015

The spot many knew as “Winks” in the Science Park area of Beachwood is now the Winking Lizard, a household name for many Clevelanders. I have been going to the Winking Lizard location on Miles Road...

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“Orphan Black” Season Three Premieres With Stunning Acting and Editing

Jinle Zhu, Staff Writer May 7, 2015

Since March 30th, 2013, BBC America’s Orphan Black has been captivating viewers with its suspenseful plot centered around clones. Season three premiered on April 18th, exceeding audience’s expectations...

Beachwood Hosts Author Festival

Beachwood Hosts Author Festival

Raquel Wu, Staff Writer April 26, 2015

The Beachwood City Schools teamed with the Cuyahoga County Public Library Beachwood Branch to organize an author festival on April 25th. Six authors spoke to students and community members: Marc Brown,...

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Kendrick Lamar Moves Hip-Hop Forward by Returning to its Roots

Alexander Robison, Staff Writer April 23, 2015

Since release, Kendrick Lamar’s To Pimp A Butterfly has been the most critically and quickly acclaimed album of the 21st century, currently holding the #2 spot on Metacritic’s list of the best albums...

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Drama Club Shines With “Plaza Suite”

Photos by Bradford Douglas April 22, 2015

The drama club performed Neil Simon's "Plaza Suite" at BHS on April 18 and 19. Photos by Bradford Douglas.

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Rixton Shows Talent, But Lacks Originality

Alex Cala, Staff Writer April 10, 2015

Scooter Braun, the successful manager of Justin Bieber and Carly Rae Jepson, has now brought us Rixton, a British boy band whose inaugural album Let the Road is full of both promise and frustration for...

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