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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?
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. 
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 Guggenheim Effect: How Art Saved a City

The Guggenheim Effect: How Art Saved a City

Andrew Park, Staff Writer December 6, 2022
Today, the museum alone attracts millions of visitors every year and is a center of Bilbao’s tourism—accounting for 6.5% of the city’s economy, making it one of the most successful art museums of all time. 
Checking up on Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury

Checking up on Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury

Suyog Vibhuti and Jonathan Lin November 27, 2022
With all the action of your classic gundam shows, and the character development you dream of, The Witch from Mercury has exactly what you're looking for.
Her Loss: In a Nutshell

Her Loss: In a Nutshell

Davia Rode, Staff Writer November 27, 2022
Overall, this album presents various new opportunities for Drake’s music and the possible artists that may feature in the future—though it's going to be difficult to live up to the expectations set by 21 Savage.
Recent Reads: A&E Writers Recommendations

Recent Reads: A&E Writers’ Recommendations

Emma Brown, Bianca Sutioso, and Faith Borrello October 18, 2022
Where The Crawdads Sing compares the 2018 murder-mystery book and its film just released in 2022. This Place Is Still Beautiful reads for Asian representation in a small town and the nuances of micro-aggressions.
Lana Del Rey: A Change In Eras

Lana Del Rey: A Change In Eras

Abigail Nelson, Staff Writer October 18, 2022
She is far more Lizzy, far less Lana; not an entertainer anymore, just an artist. 
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