By: Brian Lines As we look back on the movies of 2022, the 2023 Oscars results have a little bit of surprise mixed with a pinch of met expectations. With over 50 films being nominated for various awards at the prestigious ceremony, only 13 different movies walked away with awards. […]
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“The Art of” Making TikToks: A look into the creative genius that calls for making these viral videos
By: Katherine Seeley Setting up a camera, finding good lighting, finding the right angle, the perfect shot and the perfect songs are all part of the TikTok making process. When it comes to making TikToks, there is an art to it. It is not simply setting up your phone and […]
The Winter Art of Christmas Music: A humble review of Sleeping At Last’s “Christmas Collection Vol.1”
By: Hannah Bonanducci Having made it past the time when November Christmas haters and debates about the acceptability of playing Christmas music run rampant, I feel as though it is now safe for me to share a hidden joy I have for some Christmas music. Now, before you stop reading, […]
Swedish Cinema: A tribute to Swedish filmaker, Ingmar Bergman
By: Christian Lengkeek Ingmar Bergman is a movie director I know of that comes closest to deserving the title of poet. Living from 1918 – 2007, Bergman witnessed nearly all of cinema history. As a small child, Bergman fell in love with movie making. At age nine, he traded all […]
Hidden in Plain Sight: A highlight of the artwork displayed in the Warner Memorial Library
By: Brian Lines Students usually use our Warner Memorial Library for three functions: a quiet space to get work done or get away from people, study rooms as a social environment and sometimes they check out a book or two. I’m going to provide you with something new in the […]
The Illusion: A review of EU’s Theater department’s Fall 2022 production of “The Illusion.”
By: Brian Lines Eastern University’s theater department recently put on “The Illusion,” a play by Tony Kushner that was adapted from Pierre Corneille’s 1634 play “L’Illusion Comique” in 1994. The show is full of romantic drama, passionate rivalries, magic and a look into a complex father-son relationship. Freshman Amari Dickerson […]
“The Art of” TŪL Pens: A student breaks down their quest for the best pen
By: Simon Kwilinski Everyone who knows anything about pencils knows that the best #2 pencil you can buy is a Ticonderoga. There’s no beating its writing quality and remarkable eraser. Pens, on the other hand, do not have such a clearly established victor. That is, until I found one particular […]
Tag You’re It: A response to the “Doctor Who” special, “The Power of the Doctor.”
By: Jennie Brouse On Sunday, Oct. 23, BBC aired what will soon be known as one of the most iconic and impactful scenes in “Doctor Who” history. The event came in the form of a special entitled “The Power of the Doctor.” They reintroduced a former actor to reprise his […]
Midnights: A media review piece on Taylor Swift’s newest album release
By: Lenora Kirkland On Oct. 21 Taylor Swift released “Midnights,” her first album release in almost a year. Like many other Swifties, I had high expectations. That being said, I must confess that Taylor did not deliver to the extent that I believe she is capable of. I am wary […]
Quoth The Raven: Edgar Allen Poe and the aesthetic of Halloween
By: Marin Dremock If one has ears to hear or eyes to see, let them hear or let them read, as I recite and write the spookiest opening stanza in American poetry. “Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary, / Over many a quaint and curious […]