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"Chain of Thorns" follows nine different characters within Cassandra Clare's fantastical, demon-ridden world.

Review: ‘The Last Hours’ series finale disappoints

By Kalysta Donaghy-Robinson, Former Photo Editor • February 15, 2023
After a two-year-wait for the finale of Cassandra Clare's "The Last Hours" trilogy, fans leave the story feeling dissapointed by the conclusion.
Best friends Maura (Rita Moreno), Trish (Jane Fonda), Lou (Lily Tomlin) and Betty (Sally Field) take a wild trip to the Super Bowl to see Tom Brady play. Things don't go as planned.

Review: Hollywood icons reunite as football antics ensue

By Lily Lipka, Staff Writer • February 15, 2023
The star power held among Sally Field, Jane Fonda, Rita Moreno and Lily Tomlin makes "80 for Brady" worth a watch, even if it's nothing great.
From left, Adriane (Abby Quinn), Sabrina (Nikki Amuka-Bird), Leonard (Dave Bautista) and Redmond (Rupert Grint) take a family hostage to make an impossible choice in "Knock at the Cabin."

Review: Home invasion thriller meets end of the world

By Evan Miller, Staff Writer • February 14, 2023
M. Night Shyamalan's latest thriller "Knock at the Cabin" serves as a reminder that not all of his movies have to have a twist to be highly regarded.
After seven years of passionate effort, Raye's debut album “My 21st Century Blues" effectively tackles heavy subjects like sexual abuse, eating disorders and sexism.

Review: Raye’s debut album is personal and vulnerable

By Sarah Payne, Contributing Writer • February 14, 2023
Throughout the course of just her first studio album, Raye masters the art of storytelling — something that is often lost in modern-day music.
Young Fathers, which has been working together since 2008, consists of Liberian-born Alloysious Massaquoi, Scottish-Nigerian Kayus Bankole and Edinburgh local “G” Hastings.

Review: R&B trio blends musical ideas to great effect

By Andrew Tell, Contributing Writer • February 14, 2023
"Heavy Heavy" sees the R&B Scottish trio, Young Fathers, beautifully showcasing the power of blending musical cultures together.
Lil Yachty takes inspiration from artists like Pink Floyd, and also includes a wide range of collaborators on his new record, "Let's Start Here."

Review: Lil Yachty turns to psychedelic rock

By Jess Williams, Staff Writer • February 9, 2023
On "Let's Start Here," Lil Yachty reinvents himself. What is most surprising is how comfortable he seems to be in the world of rock.
Following the release of his 2021 debut album, “To See the Next Part of the Dream (TStNPotD)," Parannoul returns with a more down-to-earth record.

Review: Parannoul captures how it feels to grow up

By Andrew Tell, Contributing Writer • February 9, 2023
South Korean shoegaze artist, Parannoul, returns with a sophomore album that provides comfort to the terrifying reality of growing up in the world.
"Gloria" sees Sam Smith fully embrace who they are as a queer artist, emotionally connecting to listeners along the way.

Review: Sam Smith sings their inner heart out

By Jadyn Davis, Senior writer • February 8, 2023
Sam Smith's new album is a powerful mix of gospel, techno and pop music, making "Gloria" an emotionally fulfilling listening experience for fans.
James Foster (Alexander Skarsgård) ventures outside of his resort despite being told not to. The consequences for him quickly become clear.

Review: Horror set-up drowned out by lack of depth

By Giancarlo Messina, Staff Writer • February 8, 2023
Brandon Cronenberg takes after his father, David Cronenberg, through the use of body horror. Sadly, his potential feels wasted on "Infinity Pool."
June (Storm Reid) finds herself diving deep into the mystery surrounding her mother's sudden disappearance in this partial sequel, partial spin-off of the thriller "Searching."

Review: Nail-biting thriller meets digital landscape

By Patrick Mazzella, Staff Writer • February 1, 2023
"Missing" is a tense, digital thriller filled with well-developed tension and drama, even if it does not quite reach the heights of "Searching."
August (Ben Whishaw), Ona (Rooney Mara) and Salome (Claire Foy) reflect on whether or not to leave their colony in "Women Talking."

Review: Powerful ensemble grounds story of survival

By Patrick Mazzella, Staff Writer • February 1, 2023
Following attacks from the men in their colony, a group of women deliberate on whether to stay and fight or leave in Sarah Polley's "Women Talking."
"Lupin ZERO" follows the adventures of Lupin (Tasuku Hatanaka), the infamous gentleman thief made famous by Hayao Miyazaki’s directorial debut.

Review: Animated series brings energy to ‘Lupin’ franchise

By Joshua Pantano, Staff Writer • January 24, 2023
The cast and crew of "Lupin ZERO," an engaging animated series tackling the origin story of Lupin, clearly understand the franchise's characters.
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