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(10/19/16 2:15am)
In a unanimous vote by the faculty of the College last Thursday, the Carter G. Woodson Institute for African-American and African Studies is one step closer to becoming a department. This development, which was accelerated by the arrival of College Dean Ian Baucom, follows years of appeals and requests by Woodson Institute.
(09/05/16 1:22am)
The first print in the clockwise viewing pattern of the Fralin Museum of Art’s latest feature, “The Great War: Printmakers of World War I,” depicts the physical form of Death. A skeletal caricature adorned in a tattered cloak gazes down upon a gruesome scene: combat boots, sprouting with bits of bone which once connected to the legs of a fallen soldier.
(04/13/16 4:51am)
The concept of a film shot entirely in the first-person has traditionally been somewhat of a cinematic fantasy, an unattainable idea that’s extremely difficult to put into practice. Other genres, like found-footage, have experimented with similar tropes, but never wholly embraced such a framework. But all of this changes with “Hardcore Henry,” a moviegoing experience that can be summarily described as a machismo grenade blast of insanity. Directed by Ilya Naishuller and starring Sharlto Copley and Haley Bennett, “Hardcore Henry” combines its innovative technical framework with a story that, while bizarre and sometimes discombobulated, holds surprising thematic resonance.
(03/24/16 2:05am)
For over 40 years, Elton John has produced some of the most renowned and identifiable music in the industry. Spirited gems like “Crocodile Rock” and rich, melancholy ballads such as “Levon” have entered the famed abode of rock and roll, as John has constructed an impressive vault of work. With great energy, he and his band brought it all to John Paul Jones Arena last week. Although John’s voice didn’t quite reach both the literal and figurative highs warranted by his legendary status, his talent as an instrumentalist and sheer dynamism as a showman sufficiently carried the show.
(03/17/16 4:04am)
In 2008, “Cloverfield” captivated audiences with a fresh take on a rather traditional tale — an attack on a city by a mysterious monster. Directed by Dan Trachtenberg, “10 Cloverfield Lane,” described as a “blood relative” to the original film by producer J.J. Abrams, occurs in an entirely separate universe and possesses a wealth of diversity in both tone and in content. The film’s component variance can render it difficult to truly classify, but this is certainly not a drawback. While the movie is blemished in certain areas, “10 Cloverfield Lane” skirts beyond convention and yields a unique hybridization of various genres, all while delivering quality acting, suspense and style.
(02/23/16 3:25am)
For years, the idea of a Deadpool movie floated around the fringes of the film industry, and would periodically resurface from the depths of obscurity, only to once more disappear behind the machinations of Hollywood. However, in 2016, the Merc with a Mouth has finally emerged from perpetual development hell.
(12/07/15 2:21am)
Starting as a humble opportunity to mourn for the Sept. 11 attacks, Lighting of the Lawn has since become a beloved holiday tradition at the University. This year, that tradition featured a host of impressive performances, a fantastic light show and an overall aesthetically pleasant atmosphere.
(12/01/15 2:50am)
After going on a hiatus due to a developer shutdown and franchise uncertainty, the “Star Wars Battlefront” series is back. Produced by respected studio DICE and published by Electronic Arts, the game is a tour de force of graphical and audio engineering, and it blends its stunning spectacle with fun and engaging gameplay. Still, the game is not without flaws: it possesses a few mechanics that disrupt the immersive experience, as well as a limited quantity of content.
(11/13/15 3:18am)
When it comes to directorial debuts, few films hit the mark as well as “Son of Saul,” Hungarian filmmaker László Nemes’ first effort. Written by Nemes and Clara Royer, the film centers upon the Auschwitz-Birkenau death camp of World War II. “Son of Saul” is a powerful work, one that employs elements of emotion and ambiguity, combining them within a framework of fundamental themes and unique filming techniques. While the movie certainly isn’t perfect, it is a wonderful work of cinema.
(11/11/15 4:25am)
When Microsoft and 343 Industries released the first season of the podcast “Hunt the Truth” in early 2015 as a narrative tie-in to the “Halo” video game franchise, listeners were captivated by its brilliant moments of suspense and intricate plotline. The popular series peaked at the No. 1 spot on the Games and Hobbies section of the iTunes Podcast Chart, gathering over 6.7 million listeners. The first season’s success naturally generated hype for the second season, and though this journey with “Hunt the Truth” does not quite capture the same brilliance as did the first season, it still delivers an enthralling experience which truly showcases the power of the podcast medium.
(11/02/15 12:57am)
“Halo 5: Guardians” represents the second mainline “Halo” game from developer 343 Industries. In spite of noticeable flaws, the game possesses an engaging campaign, brilliant audio and visual design and smooth, crisp gameplay that features improvements to the core formula.
(10/12/15 3:41am)
Warning: spoilers included.