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Assayer of Student Opinion.

The Prospector

Gretel and Hansel is a 2020 dark fantasy horror film based on the German folklore tale "Hansel and Gretel" by the Brothers Grimm.

IN REVIEW: ‘Gretel and Hansel’ is a horror film ruined by silly special effects

Sven Kline, Contributor February 10, 2020

The fairytale we all heard of as children about the brother and sister duo who end up in a gingerbread house finally made it to the big screen this past month as “Gretel and Hansel” but this childhood story comes with a dark and psychedelic twist. But...

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Eugenia “Ao” Carmona debuts solo exhibition “Rituales” at Grand opening.

Folk abstract artist debuts solo exhibition at Galería Lincoln grand opening

Jaqueline Martinez, Staff Reporter February 10, 2020

Galería Lincoln hosted its grand opening on Feb. 8 showcasing a solo exhibition dubbed “AO.Rituales” by artist Eugenia Maria Carmona, commonly referred to as “Ao.” The artist was raised in El Paso with her parents, but she also has roots in...

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Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn) is an upcoming American superhero film based on the DC Comics team Birds of Prey.

IN REVIEW: ‘Birds of Prey’ a slow lackluster film with narrative problems

Sergio Muñoz Esquer, Contributor February 10, 2020

Last weekend, Warner Brothers gave audiences its latest attempt at a decent movie with “Birds of Prey and the fabulous emancipation of One Harley Quinn,” directed by Cathy Yan — a movie that somewhat accomplishes its goal. “Birds of Prey”...

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However you decide to spend your Valentine’s Day, make it a memorable and fun day by attending one of the many events happening in the city.

No broken heart? Here’s how you can celebrate this weekend of romance

Paulina Astrid Spencer, Staff Reporter February 10, 2020

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, you might be in a panic trying to decide how to spend the day with your special someone or your best friends. The good news is that there are plenty of things to do on this romantic day throughout the city....

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The Tamarin monkeys at the El Paso Zoo will be fed cockroaches on Valentine's Day, as a part of their "Quit Bugging Me" event.

Broken heart? Here’s how you can get over your ex this Valentine’s Day weekend

Sasha Minjarez, Contributor February 10, 2020

Valentine’s Day may be a day to celebrate all things love, but for those who just went through a breakup, the thought of anything lovey dovey feels like a stab in the heart by cupid’s arrow. Here are a few things you can do this weekend to mend...

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Galeria Lincoln is currently open to the public, bringing to the community a wide variety of art that the city of El Paso has yet to discover.

Galería Lincoln: a local gallery ran by artists for artists

Jaqueline Martinez, Staff Reporter February 3, 2020

Galería Lincoln is a homegrown art exhibit at 3915 Rosa St. near Lincoln Park created by local artists Tino Ortega and Diego Martinez to showcase talent from various artists, both locally and outside of El Paso.   Martinez grew up in a family of...

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Death Stranding promotional poster.

IN REVIEW: ‘Death Stranding’ addresses the need for human connection

Sasha Minjarez, Contributor February 3, 2020

Japanese video game mogul Hideo Kojima’s PlayStation exclusive “Death Stranding” received the most nominations at The Game Awards 2019 for a total of 10 categories, winning three of them – meriting every bit of recognition it deserved. Death...

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Vaporwave is an Internet-based microgenre that was built upon the experimental and ironic tendencies of genres such as chillwave and hypnagogic pop.

Microgenres: Vaporwave

Sasha Minjarez, Contributor February 3, 2020

Editor’s note: A microgenre is defined as a subgenre of music characterized by its specificity and niche nature. “Microgenres” is a special seven-week series by The Prospector that will showcase a different microgenre each week, publishing every...

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Poke is diced raw fish served either as an appetizer or as a main course and is one of the main dishes of Native Hawaiian cuisine.

Traditional and ‘Chuco’ style poké graces the borderland

Sven Kline, Contributor February 3, 2020

Poké. You’ve seen it, probably eaten it and maybe even assumed you know all there is to it, but there’s a lot more to poké than just a different take on sushi.    Origins  Poké is a dish residing of ancient Hawaiian origin.  In an...

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Artists Robert Dozal outside of his art gallery that is located in Placita Madrid, Dozal is an artist specializing in portraits. He opened this shop in 2017.

San Elizario is a hidden gem of history, culture and art

Maria Ramos, Contributor January 27, 2020

A quiet and peaceful place full of history, art and culture is located only about 17 miles east of El Paso and it’s the West Texas town of San Elizario.   “San Elceario” was the first name of this town, named after the French patron saint...

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Anastasia Elliot performs at The Lowbrow Palace for The Great Khalid Foundation benefit concert Thursday Jan. 23, 2019.

Alternative singer Anastasia Elliot performs to support music education, El Paso shooting victims

Exodis Ward, Contributor January 27, 2020

Alternative singer and songwriter Anastasia Elliot headlined a concert Jan. 23 at the Lowbrow Palace to support The Great Khalid Foundation and the victims of the Aug. 3 shooting that left 22 dead and several dozen injured at an El Paso Walmart.  Elliot is...

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Linda Wolfe, executive director of The Great Khalid Foundation gives out scholarship check to student from El Paso, Texas.

The Great Khalid Foundation offers nationwide scholarship

Exodis Ward, Contributor January 27, 2020

The Great Khalid Foundation announced Jan. 15 that its performing arts scholarship for high school seniors is available nationwide.  The foundation will choose three students to receive a scholarship of $10,000 for any college fine arts program they will...

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