“Severance” was a sci-fi thriller series on Apple TV+ where people split their memories from their other memories, making them two people. The second season had new highs for the series, with incredible acting, twists, and cinematography.
“Opus” is a horror film about a pop star’s cult. It is a gripping film with outstanding visuals and music. However, the weak script kept the film from reaching its full potential.
Japanese Breakfast’s fourth album, “For Melancholy Brunettes (& sad women)“ was true to its title with a dreamy, atmospheric sound. Although the overall album was a little too short, needing longer songs and more lyricism. Nonetheless, it was a solid release from the band.
“The Electric State” was a Netflix action film about a robotic war. Although it had potential with some creative visuals, it ended up lackluster with an unsurprising plot.
“Mayhem” is Lady Gaga’s first pop album since 2020. A synthpop album that explored both old and new sounds, it was filled with catchy, perfect pop music ready to become staple Gaga songs. The album was preceded by three singles including “Abracadabra” and the Bruno Mars collaboration “Die With a Smile.”
“Zero Day” is a political thriller, limited series from Netflix. It followed a former U.S. president navigating a nation-wide cyber attack. Though the series presented itself as a thoughtful take on U.S. politics, it had nothing insightful to say and was far too vague. On top of its shallowness, it was bland.
EMU Theatre’s performance of “The Rocky Horror Show” opened on Feb. 14. A hilarious, satirical play that pokes fun at science fiction horror and explores queerness, the audience was encouraged to play along. As such, it was an immersive experience where the audience became a part of the show.
Here are five book recommendations for Valentine’s Day! They cover a wide array of love, whether it be romantic, platonic, or complicated. They include queer love stories and various genres from fantasy, sci-fi, and literary fiction, and coming of age.
When it comes to adapting animated stories into live action, there’s a number of things that can and have gone wrong. In a Hollywood obsessed with adaptations and where animation is looked down upon as “for kids,“ is there even a way to make these films and TV series well?
The newest album from alternative pop artist FKA twigs, “Eusexua” took the listener on a pursuit of transcendent euphoria. The album lived up to its promise, delivering beautiful and thoughtful pop songs throughout.
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