The Talent of Kanye West
Kanye West is one of the most, if not the most, inspiring and influential musicians ever to shape the genre of hip-hop. […]
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Madonna balances old, new styles in “Rebel Heart”
Madonna’s newest album, “Rebel Heart,” rightfully displays her capability of expressing insurgency and sensitivity. […]
‘Palmbomen II’ successfully utilizes retro aesthetic
By Corey Vikser Staff Writer New album ‘Palmbomen II’ guides listeners on a cloud trip throughout a retro, synthy callback to sci-fi soundtracks. On new album Palmbomen II, producer Kai Hugo employs a lo-fi minimalist […]
“The Last Five Years” entertains with wonderful music, engaging story
With the majority of the film belted out in song, “The Last Five Years” is a charming musical that tells the good, the bad and the ugly of modern relationships today. […]
Hugh Grant makes up for dull and predictable plot in “The Rewrite”
Though many fail to succeed in their passion, one must take any opportunity to follow it. […]
“Kingsman” is full of fast-paced action and fun
By Will Sevy Online Arts Editor With a hint of James Bond, “Kingsman: The Secret Service” contains serious action in a more fun, comical way, making it director Matthew Vaughn’s best film yet. Adopted from […]
Writer’s Take: This year’s Sundance shows signs of change in the future
By Corey Vikser Staff Writer Located in Park City, Utah, the Sundance Film Festival is an independent film festival designed to showcase rising filmmakers’ work and provide an auction market for potential distributors. This year’s […]
“50 Shades of Grey” lacks sex appeal
By Jack Howorth Arts Editor Sam Taylor-Johnson’s film adaptation of E.L. James’ erotic novel, “50 Shades of Grey,” is anything but erotic and fails miserably as a romantic film. The two lead actors have terrible […]
“Seventh Son” disappoints with artificial characters, story
The medieval fantasy film “Seventh Son,” directed by Sergey Bodrov, is flawed from the start, as it is weighed down both by its dull and linear plot progression and its uncreative characters.
“Seventh Son” is a fantasy film that begins when Master Gregory (Bridges), a Spook, or a knight devoted to eradicating creatures of evil from Earth, loses his apprentice to the wicked witch queen known as Mother Malkin (Julianne Moore).
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The Oscars show impresses
By Ian Rapoport Executive Arts Editor When I sat down to watch the 87th-annual Academy Awards, I was disgruntled and annoyed at the thought of sitting through three hours of weak jokes and self-flattering speeches. […]