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Post Baccalaureate lecture series: Leah Triplett Harrington

On Friday, Oct. 25 at 2:30 p.m. in Goldman-Schwartz Art Studios, writer and curator Leah Triplett Harrington gave a presentation sponsored by the Department of Fine Arts Post-Baccalaureate Studio Art Program. The talk was inspired by her most recent co-curated exhibit “Artists as Cultivators.” The exhibit is currently hosted at Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and will be on display until July 7, 2024.

The beauty of silent cinema, as seen through the lens of ‘The Cameraman’

In 1928, silent film titan Buster Keaton and Edward Sedgwick co-directed the film “The Cameraman,” which was also Keaton’s first film after signing to Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. The movie follows a young man named Buster — played by Keaton — as he attempts to secure a job at a newsreel agency in order to get closer to a girl who works there. It is considered by many to be among Keaton’s finest films and is most certainly one that encapsulates not only the zeitgeist of the 1920s, but the beauty of the era’s silent film. In its one hour and nine minutes, audiences get a glimpse into the world of the 20s and some of the wittiest displays of comedy that Keaton has to offer.

Sabrina Carpenter’s ‘Short n’ Sweet’ is a breath of fresh air

Is anyone else tired of sad girl pop? In recent years, the pop landscape has been flooded with Phoebe Bridgers and Lana Del Rey lookalikes, bringing us ballads that, while beautifully emotional, just wear the listener down after a while. The state of the world is depressing enough — we need escapist pop anthems to make us get up from our existential crises and dance. That’s why people latched onto Sabrina Carpenter’s lead single, “Espresso,” so strongly. From the track’s beachy, disco-pop sound to Carpenter declaring, “My give-a-fucks are on vacation,” “Espresso” filled the gap in the genre of feel-good music. Social media soon became addicted to “that me espresso” — whatever that truly means. With the subsequent release of Carpenter’s sixth studio album “Short n’ Sweet,” fans are confident that the five-foot-tall pop princess has brewed up a masterpiece.

Spookapella: A deathly good a cappella show in preparation for Halloween

Spookapella made its debut on Sunday Oct. 27 with spooky performances of Halloween-inspired songs. The event was hosted by Zac Gondelmen ’26 and Esther Rubin ’26, who welcomed the audience on a whimsically haunted tour of Brandeis’ a cappella clubs. However, their chipper attitude was quickly substituted by Rather Be Giraffes’ stunning performance which sent shivers running down spines. It all began as they led the way with their version of “Creep” by Radiohead. The song captured the essence of Halloween while remaining expertly sung. 

Brandeis to host first-ever Albertine French Film Festival

This fall, Brandeis University is set to host the inaugural Albertine French Film Festival, bringing a rich selection of contemporary French films to campus. Through a series of screenings at the Wasserman Cinematheque, running from Oct. 25 to Nov. 19, the festival will showcase works that resonate with global audiences while also offering a glimpse into French perspectives on such issues.

Light it up with 'Incendio'

I guess the joke’s on me: ‘Joker’ sequel goes mad, but not in a good way

This film was a “hard watch” in the most literal of senses.

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Kubrick’s ‘2001: A Space Odyssey’ is a work of genius

One of the most celebrated pieces in film history, Stanley Kubrick’s “2001: A Space Odyssey” —  based on Arthur C. Clarke’s book of the same name — is revered as a technical wonder and exists in an interesting contrast to his other, often grotesque or disturbing films. The science fiction movie is essentially a story of progress and evolution, beginning with our ape ancestors and taking us well into the future of humanity. Here is a spoiler-free review of my favorite movie of all time!

Brandeis craft market returns under new management

Brandeis’ Craft Market returned to campus on Saturday Sept. 28 as booths of students and local artists populated the Fellows Garden. Pottery, keychains, crochet and illustrations showcased the unique skills of new and returning sellers. Though the event leadership recently changed to the Brandeis Art Club, the new forces behind it show that the community’s dedication to the arts is difficult to squash.

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Hugh Hayden: In conversation

On a chilly Tuesday evening, Boston University Radio and the Rose Art Museum collaborated in curating a public forum and conversation surrounding Hugh Hayden and his collection “Home Work.” The conversation, held at WBUR City Space in Boston on Sept. 24, started promptly at 6 p.m. as journalist and artist Arielle Gray led the conversation surrounding Hayden’s work as it pertains to Black and brown communities. 

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The newest exhibit at the Rose Art Museum – ‘Hugh Hayden: Home Work’

On Friday, Sept. 20, the Rose Art Museum announced via an Instagram post that on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 6 p.m. Hugh Hayden, the artist behind the Rose’s current exhibit “Hugh Hayden: Home Work,” will discuss his work “highlighting his visceral and multilayered sculptures that integrate the ‘American Dream.’” The conversation will be moderated by WBUR reporter Arielle Gray. Tickets are free to all who register for the event through the Rose’s Instagram link tree. 

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