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Jodie Morgan, the manager of Indy Scream Park's makeup trailer, works on painting lips onto a Midway actor's face for their costume. Indy Scream Park's makeup artists work for two hours each day before the park opens to complete the actor's full look. Jacob Musselman, DN

Painting on the grim and gore

In under two hours, four Ball State students take part in a team of makeup artists who see more than 200 zombies, clowns and other actors at Indy Scream Park.  



History Of: Joker

The Joker represents all sides of the quintessential antagonist with as much style and grace as you can expect from an unhinged clown with a knack for dark comedy. Throughout his expansive comic book, television, and cinematic history he has evolved from a trickster knocking off rich businessmen to a relentless terrorist focused on gutting Gotham from the inside out.


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Do-it-yourself ways to create your own movie night

As colder weather approaches, everyone will soon resort to curling up under a pile of blankets as it will be too chilly for outdoor activities. In light of cozy season, here are three DIY's to prepare for at-home movie nights to create the perfect alternative for cold weather activities.  



How It's Played S4E7 - Wii Fit RPG

Welcome to this week’s episode of How It’s Played! This week, we discuss the recent release of Ring Fit Adventure on the Switch. How does this game compare to the Wii Fit series? Are fitness games still popular, especially with the rise of VR? Find out this and more on this week’s episode of How It’s Played!



‘The End of the F***ing World’: Should it end?

As much as I loved the first season of The End of the F***ing World, I can honestly say that I 100% did not want a second season, and now that I’ve heard the announcement that it is coming, whether I like it or not, I have some doubts. Before anyone crucifies me as a “fake fan,” let me explain myself.