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A group of four people are in a bar, dancing. On the left are two women, one wearing a gray cap and tiara, the other letting her black hair flow. On the right are two men, one with glasses and short, cropped hair, the other with hair that covers his eyes. The light filtering through the room is tinted in violet.

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‘The Wedding Banquet’ excels in portraying vulnerability, despite cliche delivery

By Alice Xie | April 21

The advance screening was shown as a part of the 24th annual Ivy Film Festival.

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‘No Other Land’ resists sensationalism to present devastating reality

By Ayana Ahuja | April 20

The documentary depicts the aftermath of the forced displacement of Palestinians in the West Bank.

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‘SABLE, fABLE’ is a masterful rebirth by Bon Iver

By Alyssia Ouhocine | April 14

Split into two parts, the album explores what it means to emerge from darkness intact.

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‘Sacramento’ depicts the whining of two struggling, selfish men

By Rebecca Goodman | April 14

The buddy-comedy road trip movie fails to adequately address themes of mental health.

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‘A Minecraft Movie’ has something for everyone

By Gabriella Wrighten | April 7

The film stays loyal to its namesake game, delivering vivid visuals alongside a family-friendly story.

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Residual Noise uses sonic and spatial art to create unique, immersive experience

By Ayana Ahuja | April 7

The latest in the IGNITE Series, the concert was part of a weekend-long festival.

The three members of Wallows sitting in a bathtub while wearing T-shirts and jeans.

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Wallows establishes reimagined sound with new EP ‘More’

By Cecilia Cheng | March 31

The project reflects Wallows’ musical journey by incorporating various musical styles into the tracks.

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‘Novocaine’ packs a punch

By Gabriella Wrighten | March 17

Directors Dan Berk and Robert Olsen deliver a fresh and unique take on an often stale genre.

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Despite falling short of expectations, ‘Mickey 17’ is a pleasure to watch

By Gabriella Wrighten | March 12

Even with a talented cast and crew, Bong Joon Ho’s latest film fails to provide more than humor.

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‘So Close To What’ is so close to being more than just a good time

By Alyssia Ouhocine | March 10

The album is sexy and mature, although lacking in any serious emotional stakes.

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Humanccinos, magical goats, sex ed and Cole N. Oscopy: The 24 Hour Play Festival delivers comedic genius

By Ann Gray Golpira | March 5

With their witty writing and compelling characters and stories, each play left audience members cackling.

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In 2025 show, Oscars face identity crisis

By Ayana Ahuja | March 4

The Academy Awards are frequently lauded as the biggest night in Hollywood and in film. Yet, Sunday night’s ceremony raised the question: What are the Oscars really about anymore?

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‘L’Histoire de Souleymane’ tugs at heartstrings in portrayal of one man’s journey to seek asylum

By Alyssia Ouhocine | March 3

The 2024 film “L’Histoire de Souleymane” was screened this past Sunday as part of the Providence French and Francophone Film Festival at Thayer Street’s Avon Cinema. Directed by French filmmaker Boris Lojkine, the film is a brief but powerful look at one asylum seeker’s struggle for safety. ...

A photo of the album covers of Sabrina Carpenter's “Short n’ Sweet” and SZA's “SOS”.

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Sabrina Carpenter and SZA are at the top of their game with deluxe releases

By Alyssia Ouhocine | February 19

Deluxe editions of “Short n’ Sweet” and “SOS” draw listeners deeper into the worlds of Sabrina Carpenter and SZA.

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‘A Complete Unknown’ attempts to strike a chord with viewers, but rings hollow

By Gabriella Miranda | February 18

The film features stunning acting performances, but struggles to captivate viewers with its storytelling.

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The Telegraph Quartet delivers vibrant, yet haunting performance at Brown

By Ishya Washington | January 31

On Monday night, the esteemed Telegraph Quartet delivered a passionate classical performance.

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‘One of Them Days’ brings true comedy and chemistry back to the big screen

By Gabriella Wrighten | January 29

The new film follows two roommates in their comedic quest to pay their rent on time.

Image from the film "Emilia Pérez" of two characters with the one on the left comforting the one on the right.

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‘Emilia Pérez’ is subpar slam poetry disguised as a musical

By Manav Musunuru | January 24

The film has compelling characters but suffers from horrendous music and terrible representation.

Two roman Gladiators played by Paul Mescal (left) and Pedro Pascal (right) square off in a fight in the Colosseum

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‘Gladiator II’ is an entertaining watch despite an emotional letdown from the original

By Gabriella Wrighten | December 5

Within minutes, the plot of ‘Gladiator II” is clear to those who remember the film’s prequel, or are familiar with the action genre.

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‘Small Things Like These’ is an emotional call to action

By Alyssia Ouhocine | November 20

For moviegoers looking for both tension and inspiration, “Small Things Like These” is a perfect choice. Starring Cillian Murphy, the historical drama explores the age-old question of moral responsibility through the lens of the controversial Magdalene Laundries of Ireland.