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"Joy" needs more
By Eleanor Cook | Jan. 2, 2016, 11:45 a.m. | In Movies »
"Joy" is a modern-day story of rags to riches, and plays off of the clichéd idea that anyone can make it big in America. With more character development, it would be an excellent film, but without it, there is too much missing for it to be plausible.
Your holiday is not complete without 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens'
By Benjamin Yokoyama | Dec. 29, 2015, 11:15 a.m. | In Movies »
Although not the most unique film of the franchise, drawing frequently from the original six, Abrams created a visual masterpiece with the sound effects to draw a viewer back to that galaxy far, far away.
The end of the games
By Lauren Frost | Nov. 30, 2015, 1:59 p.m. | In Movies »
In many ways the final movie of the epic Hunger Games series is a fantastic movie, with great cinematography and special effects. However, compared to the rest of the hit series, Mockingjay Part 2 falls flat.
"The 33" moves mountains
By Randima Herath | Nov. 17, 2015, 5:50 p.m. | In Movies »
"The 33" is based off of the 2010 Chilean mining accident, in which 33 miners trapped underground for 69 days survived against all odds. The film follows the timeline of the disaster, bringing to light the precarious working conditions in the Chilean mining industry through effective foreshadowing and powerful acting.
She's back: say "Hello" to Adele
By Maniza Habib | Nov. 12, 2015, 2:04 p.m. | In Entertainment »
Adele has reemerged with her new hit single, "Hello", which has been shattering records since its premiere last Friday.
Good. Very good.
By Benjamin Yokoyama | Nov. 10, 2015, 1 p.m. | In Movies »
Sam Mendes' "Spectre" is yet another thrilling James Bond movie. The exciting movie is filled with action, and changes direction as often as actor Daniel Craig does in the final scene. The quick-moving plot, the explosive scenes and the seductive power of Bond make the film a must-see.
All smiles in "Much Ado about Nothing"
By Amalia Chiapperino | Nov. 8, 2015, 12:36 p.m. | In Plays »
Blair theater has delivered another fantastic production in its fall play, "Much Ado About Nothing". With a stellar cast and crew, and a creative twist, the theater department showcased this celebrated Shakespeare comedy in the best possible light.
"The Martian" is out of this world
By Maniza Habib | Oct. 6, 2015, 4:26 p.m. | In Movies »
"The Martian," based on the novel by Andy Weir, follows the gripping journey of an abandoned astronaut, Mark Watney (Matt Damon) on Mars. The film shows a new cinematographic perspective of space, in which everything doesn't have to be so scary.
"The Intern" rises to the occasion
By Eleanor Cook | Oct. 6, 2015, 1:51 p.m. | In Movies »
Falling in love with "The Intern" is easy. It excels at portraying the complexities of life in the 21st century and keeps audiences rooting for Ben, Jules, and their colleagues and company the whole length of the film.
"Everest" leaves viewers at base camp
By Sandeep David | Sept. 21, 2015, 2:15 p.m. | In Movies »
In a film that starts out at a plodding pace, director Baltasar Kormákur ramps up the intensity at the end to tell the story of the disaster in proper heartbreaking fashion.
Say hello to the new Stephen Colbert
By Robert Pfefferle | Sept. 20, 2015, 4:31 p.m. | In Television »
After the first show, things looked dismal for Colbert. However he was able to bounce back from a mediocre debut and close out his first week on a high note.
"The Visit" is well worth a visit
By Charles Lott | Sept. 16, 2015, 8:09 p.m. | In Movies »
"The Visit" combines elements from "Hansel and Gretel," found footage horror movies, and director M. Night Shyamalan's own brand of twisted surprise ending, making it the best horror movie of the summer.
"Ant-Man" packs an ant-sized punch
By Sandeep David | Aug. 19, 2015, 8:18 p.m. | In Movies »
Though Marvel does not perform as well as it usually does, a viewer that goes in with ant-sized expectations will get a big surprise as "Ant-Man" still is a solid movie.
"Straight Outta Compton" will have viewers streaming straight into the theater
By Maniza Habib | Aug. 18, 2015, 9:27 a.m. | In Movies »
"Straight Outta Compton" is at times difficult to watch, but overall an epic and captivating film that raps brutal truths about race and police brutality—which continue to resonate today.
Girlpool and Frankie Cosmos impress at Comet Ping Pong
By Eleanor Linafelt | Aug. 13, 2015, 2:11 p.m. | In Music »
The pure, expressive voices and straightforward guitar and bass riffs of Girlpool and the softer, more complex narrative songs of Frankie Cosmos complemented each other perfectly for this small, yet excitement-filled show.
"Fantastic Four" doesn't live up to the hype
By Randima Herath | Aug. 13, 2015, 11:37 a.m. | In Movies »
Hear that? It's the groans of disappointed fans after seeing the newest "Fantastic Four" film. The movie is a disastrous release, with an incoherent narrative and underdeveloped characters.
"Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation" cruises to success
By Elia Martin | Aug. 3, 2015, 4:51 p.m. | In Movies »
"Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation," is an intense, intriguing and refreshing entry into Tom Cruise's action franchise, offering fresh additions while keeping many common aspects of a Mission: Impossible movie.
Not quite time to terminate the "Terminator" series
By Benjamin Yokoyama | Aug. 1, 2015, 11:59 a.m. | In Movies »
Directed by Alan Taylor, "Terminator Genisys" is an action-packed film that brings the whole Terminator series together, for the most part, comprehensively.
"Paper Towns" is worth the trip
By Eleanor Cook | July 27, 2015, 10:20 p.m. | In Movies »
"Paper Towns," based on the novel by John Green, combines clever humor with existential questions to create a film that has the audience not only laughing with the characters as they encounter comical situations, but also reflecting on their own lives.
Does streaming kill artists' dreams?
By Elia Martin | July 25, 2015, 11:13 a.m. | In Music »
In crowded industry, can streaming services avoid hurting artists?
"Surf" along a wave of happiness
By Neida Mbuia Joao | June 21, 2015, 3:51 p.m. | In Music »
As a member of the band "The Social Experiment," Segal, along with fellow collaborators Chance, Peter Cottontale and Nate Fox, has spent over a year carefully directing and putting together this jovial masterwork "Surf." The self-released album is at once a solid jazz opus and what is sure to be a new hip hop classic.
"Laugh Riot" roars
By James Sleigh | June 9, 2015, 7:53 p.m. | In Plays »
Without many technical aspects of the show, the five short student-produced plays were witty, hilarious and raw with the thespians' talent.
"Star Wars": The Sith, the Force, and much more
By Divya Rajagopal | June 5, 2015, 12:49 p.m. | In Entertainment »
"Star Wars" has not only gained immense popularity with individuals, but also brought people together as a collective to celebrate its splendor. We found some ardent Star Wars fans among our Blazers and asked them some questions about how they first connected with the fandom! We also asked for their expectations for the new movie.
Songs to study to
By Eleanor Linafelt | June 4, 2015, 11:44 p.m. | In Music »
When studying gets monotonous and boring, music can do wonders to accompany you through it and make it a bit more enjoyable. Hopefully this rock playlist will give you that extra push you need to get through these final exams and into summer.
Don't wait another day to see "Tomorrowland"
By Zewde Ingram | May 28, 2015, 11:16 a.m. | In Movies »
This film revamps the age old "race to stop the end of the world" scenario into an uplifting and family friendly story enhanced by dazzling graphics.
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