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Gaga brings plenty of musical 'Mayhem' with her latest album

Gaga brings plenty of musical ‘Mayhem’ with her latest album

By Sheelagh Doe, Life and Culture Editor March 20, 2025

Fans of Lady Gaga have been patiently waiting for the pop-rock star’s return to writing music and as of March 7, they got it with the release of her seventh studio album, “Mayhem.” Gaga has resurfaced...

Cult movie 'Opus' is obsessed with the wrong things

Cult movie ‘Opus’ is obsessed with the wrong things

By Ava Suffredini, Video Editor March 20, 2025

“Opus,” released March 14, attempts to be a standout contemporary horror film. Despite fans and critics comparing “Opus” to popular movies such as “Midsommar” and “Get Out,” it ultimately...

'People Watching' spotlights Fender's vulnerability

‘People Watching’ spotlights Fender’s vulnerability

By Billy Wood, Staff Writer March 6, 2025

After over three years of silence, British rocker Sam Fender released his anticipated third studio album, “People Watching,” on Feb. 21. Fender, now 30, has maintained his indie musical style on...

'My Dead Friend Zoe' attempts to explore heavy-handed concepts

‘My Dead Friend Zoe’ attempts to explore heavy-handed concepts

By Juno Brooks, Contributing Writer March 5, 2025

“My Dead Friend Zoe” follows the tear-jerking story of Merit (Sonequa Martin-Green) as she works through the grief of losing her friend and fellow servicemember, Zoe (Natalie Morales). After a call...

Way too much 'Riff Raff' to go around

Way too much ‘Riff Raff’ to go around

By Nolan Sheehan, Life & Culture Editor March 5, 2025

Flying into theaters with as much grace as a clumsy housecat, Dito Montiel's “Riff Raff” debuted in theaters Feb. 28. A former hitman, Vincent (Ed Harris), tries to fall off the grid after living...

Audiences are stunned at 'Last Breath'

Audiences are stunned at ‘Last Breath’

By Will Caron, Staff Writer March 5, 2025

“Last Breath” — released by Focus Features on Feb. 28 — proved to be an utterly nail-biting, terrifying experience through and through. The film is directed by Alex Parkinson, who directed many...

'So Close To What' hits its peak

‘So Close To What’ hits its peak

By Liam McDermott, Staff Writer March 5, 2025

On Feb. 21, singer-songwriter Tate McRae released her third studio album, titled “So Close To What.” The album comes after McRae had a breakout year in 2024, with her hit song “Greedy” from her...

'The Unbreakable Boy' is not clear of cracks

‘The Unbreakable Boy’ is not clear of cracks

By Gianna Izzo, Contributing Writer February 28, 2025

“The Unbreakable Boy,” released Feb. 21, attempts to tell an uplifting, emotional story about overcoming adversity, but it ultimately falters under cliches, superficial writing and shallow storytelling....

'The Monkey' brings quality horror with a dose of comedic effect

‘The Monkey’ brings quality horror with a dose of comedic effect

By Brian Murray, Contributing Writer February 26, 2025

Fresh off the grassroots success of 2024’s “Longlegs,” writer-director Osgood Perkins knocked out another creative horror movie with “The Monkey,” adapted from Stephen King’s short story....

'Captain America: Brave New World' repeats the mistakes of the old

‘Captain America: Brave New World’ repeats the mistakes of the old

By Allison Dolan, Contributing Writer February 19, 2025

“Captain America: Brave New World,” directed by Julius Onah, marks the eagerly-anticipated movie debut of Sam Wilson’s Captain America, portrayed by Anthony Mackie. In the modern phase of Marvel...

Alessia Cara brings raw feelings in 'Love & Hyperbole'

Alessia Cara brings raw feelings in ‘Love & Hyperbole’

By Liam McDermott, Staff Writer February 19, 2025

On Feb. 14, singer-songwriter Alessia Cara released her fourth studio album titled “Love & Hyperbole,” which Cara began writing in 2021. For the four years up until release, Cara made sure to...

'Paddington in Peru' takes unexpected turn for the franchise

‘Paddington in Peru’ takes unexpected turn for the franchise

By Rua Fay, Staff Writer February 19, 2025

This Valentine’s Day — after eight years of waiting — English icon Paddington Bear made his return to United States cinemas. “Paddington in Peru” follows the story of the venturesome bear as...

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