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The Interview: the controversial comedy about killing Kim Jong-un isn’t worth the trouble

Douglas Markowitz Jan 8, 2015
Despite the controversy surrounding the movie's release, "The Interview" fails to deliver any substantial entertainment. Instead, it delivers low level humor to disappointed audiences. However, Randall Park gives a glowing performance as the Supreme Leader Kim Jong-un.
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The Babadook: a monster, mommy and me

The Babadook: a monster, mommy and me

DeBowrah Stevens Dec 31, 2014
Movie review: The independent film "The Babadook" elevates the horror genre by showcasing realistic characters haunted by the ominous presence of a superstitious being brought to life by the power of speech, thought and a wild imagination. It is a film that portrays terror in a very human situation.
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Opinion: UNF students speak their minds about what needs to change

Cassidy Alexander Dec 5, 2014
Opinion: you're given the opportunity to change 5 things about your university, so what do you choose? Here are the top 5 things UNF students chose to focus on as what they would change if given the chance.
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Opinion: City Council President out-of-touch with the majority, and reality

Opinion: City Council President out-of-touch with the majority, and reality

Cassidy Alexander Dec 2, 2014
Opinion: Clay Yarborough's attempt at censorship is out of line and ignorant. Strassheim’s photo is contemporary art, and she and MOCA should not be punished by one individual’s distaste for our society’s current culture.
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Opinion: SG unbalanced by heavyweight position

Opinion: SG unbalanced by heavyweight position

Cassidy Alexander Nov 21, 2014
Opinion: For the last few weeks your Student Government has looked like a boxing match. SG "officials" have become children in suits, ganging up on one official with a slew of legal hit after hit. The underdog is barely defended, and the adult supervisors watch on in silence. What will you do about this?
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Opinion: Time to stop feeling guilty and do something

Cassidy Alexander Nov 18, 2014
Opinion: Didn't vote in the gubernatorial election? Feel ashamed and guilty? Voting is essential in effecting change in our daily lives.
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Opinion: SG elections strike out

Opinion: SG elections strike out

Cassidy Alexander Nov 18, 2014
Opinion: Should poorly executed elections be celebrated or should we strive for better results while holding our student representatives accountable? Cassidy Alexander counts the strikes against Student Government in the recent election.
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Opinion: media spreading fear when it should be spreading information

Cassidy Alexander Oct 27, 2014
Ebola. The media induced panic in America has overshadowed the devastating impact of the disease in West Africa, and it needs to stop.
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Review: ‘Gone Girl’ leaves a lasting impression

Sarah Ricevuto Oct 22, 2014
"Gone Girl," which was released released as a film on Oct. 3, has been on the New York Times Best Sellers fiction book list for 98 weeks. Two reporters give side-by-side reviews on both the novel and film versions of this notorious thriller story.
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Opinion: students interested in elections, finally

Opinion: students interested in elections, finally

Cassidy Alexander Oct 14, 2014
Opinion: SG government elections allow students to exercise democracy. This year will be the first SG senate election in three semesters. Spinnaker Opinions journalist Cassidy Alexander encourages students to go out and vote.
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Movie Review: the monster is redeemed in Dracula Untold

Tyler LaMay Oct 10, 2014
In a unique spin on a classic tale, Dracula Untold,which premieres Oct. 10, tells the story Bram Stoker never explained: how Dracula became a vampire.
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Opinion: UNF not just a second-choice school

Opinion: UNF not just a second-choice school

Cassidy Alexander Oct 9, 2014
Opinion: Why do students choose UNF? UNF was Cassidy Alexander's first choice among four Florida schools, and she does not regret her decision. After interviewing other students, she discovered that ten of the fifteen students chose UNF to stay close to home.
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