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‘Everything, Everywhere, All at once’

“Everything, Everywhere, All at Once” is the most movie I’ve seen in years, and that’s a compliment.

‘CABARET’

The Freeplay Theater and the Undergraduate Theater Collective put on a production of Cabaret over the weekend in the Merrick Theater. The show, directed by Ruthi Wasserman ’22, added a current events flair to its ending.

Turning red

** Warning: contains some spoilers for “Turning Red.”**

Just another out-of-touch Grammys

The Grammys were held on Sunday, April 3. For about one hour, they were incredible. Then, they went back to being the Grammys.

BAASA's SKIN Fashion Show

The Brandeis Asian American Student Association’s annual fashion show of was held in Levin Ballroom on March 26. All articles of clothing modeled by student volunteers were chosen from  Asian American and Pacific Islanders businesses in order to support underrepresented ethnic  groups and show appreciation for fashion trends in AAPI societies. 

Recapping the Academy Awards

The Oscars were on Sunday, March 27. Or, more accurately, Sunday was the night that Will Smith smacked Chris Rock, something that happened to occur at the Oscars.

Weekly Horoscopes

Aries

‘Crash’: another failed mainstream attempt

Charli XCX’s new album “Crash” came out this week on March 18. It’s an electro-pop confection that is designed to bridge the gap between Charli’s experimental side and the music that might actually be played on the radio. In that regard, it’s probably a failure.

Horoscopes

Aries

Careful of anthropological click baits

In recent years, a genre of YouTube videos purporting to document implicit human opinions has quietly dominated one corner of the platform. Channels like WatchCut and Jubilee are regularly releasing videos that attempt to put people in situations where their implicit biases will be revealed through a series of heightened questions.

The Failure of ‘Euphoria’ and ‘Assasination Nation’

To understand “Euphoria”’s season 2 character failings, you have to see “Assassination Nation,” and how Sam Levinson keeps screwing over his heroines. 

Horoscopes

Aries

Catching up with Abbott Elementary

ABC’s “Abbott Elementary” is currently on a break, which means it’s the perfect time to catch up with the first exciting network sitcom in years.

Student Art Spotlight

Hooked on Tap presents Cha(HOT)ic Kitchen Tap Show

We don’t talk about Bruno, but can we talk about ‘Encanto’?

**Spoilers ahead for those who have not seen the film. Song references are in parentheticals.**

Horoscopes

  A bit of advice for everyone, no matter your sign: the moon is in Cancer, which can lead to amplified emotions and potentially the want to distance yourself from others — be aware of this and look for ways to connect with others emotionally this week. Use this Cancer energy to do something creative, and let yourself be more comfortable in your emotions.

APAHM “OPENING”

  The Brandeis Asian American Student Association kicked off Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with their opening event this past Saturday, Feb. 12. APAHM is an annual show celebrating the diverse cultures and histories of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. BAASA began their month-long celebrations with a night of performances, showcased by student performers and their headliner, Taiwanese pop singer Jason Chen. 

Student Art Spotlight

“Ozark” and “Inventing Anna”: Julia Garner as a Con Artist

  I had never seen Julia Garner in any show until I watched “Ozark,” and I was completely blown away by her performance. So, when I was told the same actress was playing the title character in “Inventing Anna,” a Netflix show about real-life con artist Anna Delvey, I knew I had to watch it. Before starring in “Ozark” and “Inventing Anna,” Garner played Susan in the movie “The Perks of Being a Wallflower.” She is Jewish and describes herself as being “half-Israeli,” as she has relatives from Israel whom she visits often. And, fun fact, she is married to singer Mark Foster from the band Foster the People.