From my seat: The Editor-in-Chief’s Column
I have been frustrated this week, actually furious at times. Looking around, I finally notice what so many others have warned me about, that nobody cares anymore. I laid in bed and stared at my ceiling about this. I even…
mxmtoon explores new genre, concept with video game EP
mxmtoon, the indie pop artist also known as Maia, landed a unique role as an artist, offering her voice for the latest installment in the “Life is Strange” game series, “Life is Strange: True Colors.” Following its release, mxmtoon put…
‘They Both Die at the End’ slated for television adaptation
Sept. 5 marked the fourth anniversary of the publication of “They Both Die At The End,” written by Adam Silvera. Fans of the book since its release were thrilled to hear that a television adaptation of it is currently in…
‘Cry Macho’ preserves the spirit of classic Western films
Early in his almost 70-year career, Clint Eastwood (“The Mule”) cemented himself as one of the most iconic faces of the Western genre after appearing as “The Man With No Name” in Sergio Leone’s “Dollars Trilogy.” Later on in his…
‘Hawkeye’ trailer gives expectations for joyful holiday adventure
On Sept. 13, Marvel Studios released the trailer for the upcoming “Hawkeye” series. Coming to Disney+ this November, the trailer did not disappoint. Clint Barton (Jeremy Renner, “Avengers: Endgame”) is confronted with his past role as an assassin in the…
Laker Review recommends novel for Hispanic Heritage Month
Though Hispanic culture should be celebrated everyday, Hispanic Heritage Month brings special attention to the history and achievements of the Latino community. There are so many great books by Latino authors that go in depth into the struggles of being…
New album ‘MONTERO’ promises bright future for Lil Nas X
Lil Nas X (“Old Town Road”) has struck gold with his new album “MONTERO.” Released on Sept. 17, the project is his first ever studio album. Apart from his “7 EP,” Nas X has always been one to only release…
‘Malignant’s’ laughable execution squanders unique premise
Over the course of his career, director James Wan (“Aquaman”) has become a force to be reckoned with in the horror film genre. Through properties such as the “Saw” franchise, Wan has shown a knack for thinking outside the box…
‘Once Upon a Time in Queens’ details rise, fall of 80s Mets
“Once Upon a Time in Queens,” directed by Nick Davis (“Ted Williams: ‘The Greatest Hitter Who Ever Lived’”), is a four-part ESPN “30 for 30” documentary that aired on Sept. 14 and 15. The film features interviews with members of…
$24 Million dollar investment in mental health
SUNY Chancellor Jim Malatras has dedicated roughly $24 million dollars to SUNY mental health services, the largest single investment of its kind in SUNY history. With these funds added on to $35 million in current campus investments, SUNY has $59…
