This post was updated July 17 at 10:41 p.m. The crawdads are certainly not singing now. In one fell swoop, the namesake movie adaptation of Delia Owens’ book “Where the Crawdads Sing” crumples the mystery novel into a lukewarm film, fumbling to translate a gritty tale of survival and endurance onto the silver screen. Read more...
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This post was updated July 10 at 8:13 p.m. With a Sharpie, paper and napkins, Raina Markham is making her mark on the art world. The rising third-year music education student said she has found comfort through various art styles including hand-drawn graphics, visual scores and collages made from everyday materials such as newspapers. Read more...
Photo: Rising third-year music education student Raina Markham sits on steps, holding up a black-and-white print. Markham has found creative fulfillment through developing visual artworks, which often feature phrases and lyrics sketched on unconventional surfaces. (August Suchecki/Daily Bruin)
This post was updated July 10 at 8:23 p.m. Warning: spoilers ahead. The best superhero show isn’t about superheroes at all. The satirical antithesis to mainstream superhero franchises such as Marvel and DC, “The Boys” continues the story of the antagonistic corporation Vought International and the titular vigilante group led by Billy Butcher (Karl Urban) and Hughie Campbell (Jack Quaid), who are victims of the company’s corruption. Read more...
Photo: “The Boys” ends another season with cast members (from left to right) Jack Quaid, Karl Urban, Tomer Capone, Karen Fukuhara and Laz Alonso. In the latest season, the superhero satire delivers unpredictable narratives and political commentary. (Courtesy of Prime Video)
This post was updated July 10 at 8:04 p.m. In Shirley Yip’s latest film, the United States government is playing the third wheel. Written and directed by the alumnus, “Marriage Interview” is a comedic short film about a couple being interviewed to obtain a green card and permanent residence in the U.S. Read more...
Photo: Shirley Yip’s short film “Marriage Interview” tells the story of a couple as they are interviewed by an immigration officer to receive a green card. (Courtesy of Caleb Tou)
This post was updated July 4 at 9:46 p.m. Darren Huang has baked up a viral treat. The third-year computer science student created Spotify Pie, a website that allows users to view a breakdown of their listening history on Spotify. Read more...
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This post was updated July 4 at 9:59 p.m. Caught in the summer breeze, musicians are breathing new life across genres. As live performances return in full force, up-and-coming artists are finding their footing by expanding to new audiences. Read more...
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This post was updated July 4 at 9:52 p.m. Television screens are blazing hotter than ever this summer. Along with the heat waves, this summer’s TV selections will leave audiences anything but cool. Read more...
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