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Black Art, Black History, Black Voices

Black Art, Black History, Black Voices

Emma Lee, Staff Writer February 20, 2023
Such exhibitions provide a stage on which Black artists address their history, tell their stories, and confront the uncomfortable—because what is art for, if not to give voice to those from all walks of life?
Puss in Boots: The Last Wish: A Purr-fect Film

Puss in Boots: The Last Wish: A Purr-fect Film

Stephanie Ahn, Staff Editor February 18, 2023
Despite coming out of left field and being released at the same time as other blockbusters, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish deserves the spotlight.
The Menu: Foodies, Flavor, & Fear

The Menu: Foodies, Flavor, & Fear

Melina Fass, Staff Writer February 17, 2023
The Menu makes for an excitingly disturbing viewing experience that should be on everyone’s watchlist. It’s not very often that you get a full-course of social commentary, foodie culture, fear, and suspense. 
The Return of The 1975: Decent Album, Better Tour

The Return of The 1975: Decent Album, Better Tour

Abigail Nelson, Staff Writer February 17, 2023
Though the record is good, it’s not great, and I would never declare it to be their best album like so many listeners claim. I can’t shake the feeling that something’s missing. Where’s the catch? The qualities that make all of their previous albums so… The 1975?
A Reflection on Projection

A Reflection on Projection

Natalie Greene, Staff Writer February 17, 2023
Self-projection involves heavily identifying with a character and sometimes even adding personality traits onto them in your mind as a way of feeling even closer to them. You might think you’re immune, you just like watching things! However, no one is immune.
SZAs Newest Album: SOS

SZA’s Newest Album: SOS

Davia Rode, Staff Writer February 17, 2023
"Kill Bill,” "Shirt,” "Low,” "Snooze,” and—in my opinion—her best song “Good Days” are so beautifully written that it’s practically impossible to skip them.
Avatar 2: A Pandora-mic Experience

Avatar 2: A Pandora-mic Experience

Andrew Park, Staff Writer February 17, 2023
Avatar 2: The Way of Water not only captures a representation of the wider indigenous community but also serves as a transition to the next phase of high-grade filmmaking.
A Kpop Newbie’s Take on New Jeans

A Kpop Newbie’s Take on New Jeans

Ria Sudhir, Staff Writer February 17, 2023
The name of the group itself, “New Jeans,” is unique and is said to represent both a new generation of idols as well as the timeless nature of a pair of jeans and, analogously, their music. 
And the Golden Globe for Best Dressed Goes to…

And the Golden Globe for Best Dressed Goes to…

Kaydence Liu, Staff Writer February 17, 2023
If the 2023 Golden Globes is any indication of the progression in red carpet fashion, then I’m excited to see what the rest of the year will bring in.
World Cup Wrapped: Qatar Edition

World Cup Wrapped: Qatar Edition

Aadhithan Arivalagan, Staff Writer February 17, 2023
Despite an otherworldly WC Final effort from Mbappe (no one could've predicted that hat trick),  Argentina won it on penalties, and Messi’s legacy as the greatest player to ever touch a soccer ball was secured.
The School for Good and Evil: Happily Never After 

The School for Good and Evil: Happily Never After 

Callie Watson, Staff Writer December 7, 2022
With its neverending exposition and simplistic narrative, this movie teeters on the fence between mind-numbingly boring and laugh-out-loud stupid.
The Journey of a Band: A Review of The Car

The Journey of a Band: A Review of The Car

Abigail Nelson and Melina Fass December 7, 2022
Mysterious and moody, this album lets listeners get under the hood of the band. Listeners can press the brakes on their busy lives and become fully immersed in the message the band shares with those who pay attention.
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