The Pacer

Independent voice of the University of Tennessee at Martin

Reviews

‘In the Heights’ is monumental, sensational big-screen entertainment

After a year-long delay spurred by the pandemic, the dazzling new musical In the Heights, an adaptation of Hamilton creator…

HBO Max’s ‘Hacks’ is a scathingly fresh show business satire

Seasoned and incredibly charismatic comedienne extraordinaire Deborah Vance (Jean Smart) performs another explosive comedy show to thunderous applause from her…

Classic Disney villain receives revision in dazzling yet unfulfilling ‘Cruella’

For over a decade now, Disney has been prolifically reimagining their library of classic content from Alice in Wonderland to…

‘A Quiet Place Part II’ is a powerhouse of suspense filmmaking

The excellent A Quiet Place, already a staple of high-concept horror, concluded with a sonic evocation of hope to accentuate…

Arts & Entertainment Reviews

Summer reading: Tolkien’s ‘Silmarillion’

School is just about out and depending on when you’re reading this, you might already be feeling the sweet, sweet…