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Which spooky flick should you watch this Halloween?

By Olivia Garrone | October 31, 2020

Take this quiz to see which Halloween classic you should watch in honor of spooky season.

"Aggie" explores the life of a prominent philanthropist.

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Curating art as a form of activism

By Katelyn Ragland | October 30, 2020

Director Catherine Gund beautifully illustrated the “intersections of arts, race, and social justice” in telling her mother’s story.

Ten years after "The Social Network" hit theaters, Facebook wields a colossal and unprecedented amount of political and economic power.

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What does ‘The Social Network’ mean today?

By Omega Ilijevich | October 30, 2020

The Virginia Film Festival streamed a tenth anniversary screening of the acclaimed film in conjunction with a panel that attempted to unravel its legacy in a world that is so dominated by Facebook.

Power, politics and adolescence are all at play in "Boy's State."

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‘Boys State’ shows that politics isn’t pretty

By Justin Carminucci | October 30, 2020

The documentary provides an insightful look at what politics and democracy would look like in the hands of the future leaders of tomorrow.

The USA Gymnastics women's team is a powerhouse of strength, but has been marked by serious abuses of power behind the scenes.

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Picking the brains of Bonni Cohen and Jon Shenk in ‘A Conversation on Athlete A’

By Katherine Choi | October 30, 2020

“Athlete A” divulges the cruelty hidden by USA Gymnastics over the past 50 years, exposing Larry Nassar and tackling the system at large.

VAFF attendees were treated to a virtual interview between culture critic Soraya Nadia McDonald and actor Leslie Odom Jr., who plays Sam Cooke in "One Night in Miami."

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Leslie Odom Jr. talks playing singer and activist Sam Cooke in ‘One Night in Miami’

By Lauren Whitlock | October 30, 2020

Odom maintained a passion in his responses that was accentuated by his emphatic hand gesturing and intonation, and came across as especially sincere when discussing his respect for so many others.

Cartoonist Matt Furie created Pepe the Frog in 2005 for his comic strip "Boy's Club" in 2005.

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‘Feels Good Man’ explores the politics of a meme

By Omega Ilijevich | October 29, 2020

The image of Pepe's journey towards becoming an explicit symbol of neo-Nazis is explored in “Feels Good Man,” the debut project of director Arthur Jones and producer Giorgio Angelini.

The Wertland Street Band performs on pianist Nikki Gerszten's front porch to a socially-distanced crowd.

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Jamming at a distance with the Wertland Street Band

By Will Gunderson | October 28, 2020

The Wertland Street Band have given their neighbors and the University community something to look forward to in a time when live music is hard to come by.

"Dinner in America" follows Patty and Simon, two unconventional romantic leads, as they embrace their punk-rock selves and fall in love.

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‘Dinner in America’ — where punk-rock rebellion meets unconventional rom-com

By Anna Miller | October 27, 2020

In pure punk-rock style, Patty and Simon find themselves on a turbulent journey of self discovery in "Dinner in America."

The music video for Mary Moore's "Moonstone" will be released on Oct 27.

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U.Va. alumnus Mary Moore pursues music in Nashville

By Lauren Whitlock | October 26, 2020

While Moore’s music career is her priority, her time at McIntire has nonetheless proven useful.

Let these entirely Halloween-unaffiliated songs get you in the mood for our favorite time of the year.

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Five Halloween-unaffiliated tunes to get you in the Halloween spirit

By Stefan Lizarzaburu | October 26, 2020

Let these entirely Halloween-unaffiliated songs get you in the mood for our favorite time of the year.

The Struts' new album, "Strange Days," will reach their full potential when live music can safely return to venues around the world.

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‘Strange Days?’ Strange album

By Will Gunderson | October 26, 2020

The Struts' third studio album, aptly named “Strange Days,” is a divergence from their high-octane classics.

Prolific film scorer Thomas Newman at the Brit Awards in 2010

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‘A Tribute to Thomas Newman’ at the Virginia Film Festival peeks behind the curtain of a prolific film scorer

By Max Patten | October 26, 2020

Legendary film composer Thomas Newman discusses his eclectic career at the Virginia Film Festival.

Eddie Redmayne plays Tom Hayden, leader of the New Left's Students for a Democratic Society

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‘The Trial of the Chicago 7’ is a tribute to the spirit of ‘60s radicalism, mostly

By Omega Ilijevich | October 26, 2020

The Trial of the Chicago 7 is often very funny and even uplifting, but its most upsetting and poignant moments are those that remind us that 50 years has certainly not changed everything wrong with America.

Lisa Russ Spaar is a professor of English at the University.

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The self: In conversation with Lisa Russ Spaar

By Kate Granruth | October 22, 2020

There is no instruction manual for exploring the self, but this anthology is as close as you’re going to get.

In "Carnival of Souls," a creepy classic, a young woman relocates to a mysterious new city after being in a car crash.

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10 horror movies for your Halloween movie marathon

By Kalista Diamantopoulos | October 22, 2020

In the mood for a spooky flick? Check out these seasonal favorites, perfect for any Halloween vibe.

After beginning her career on Disney Channel, Miley Cyrus has expanded into a variety of music genres.

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Miley Cyrus finds her glam-rock niche

By Paige Hillman | October 22, 2020

Raw talent and versatility on full display, this “Backyard Sessions” installment was one of the best Cyrus has performed.

Several films will only be screened through the drive-in format, including Regina King's "One Night in Miami," the festival's opening night picture.

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Take a trip to a nostalgic past with new drive-in experience at the Virginia Film Festival

By Sydney Seligman | October 19, 2020

A series of socially-distanced drive-in movie screenings will take place at two locations — Dairy Market and Morven Farm — throughout the festival, Oct. 21-25.

Adam Sandler stars in "Hubie Halloween," which has a large cast including his two daughters and wife.

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‘Hubie Halloween’ is a pre-COVID-19 comedy audiences will enjoy for years to come

By Max Paley | October 18, 2020

The star-studded "Hubie Halloween" on Netflix is the perfect comedy to integrate into your spooky season movie must haves.

By requesting a free all-access pass, full-time U.Va. students will be granted access to all of the film festival's virtual screenings and events.

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Virginia Film Festival offers free virtual all-access student passes

By Loree Seitz | October 17, 2020

The 33rd Virginia Film Festival is offering free student passes to all of the festival's virtual events through the Art$ Program.

Which spooky flick should you watch this Halloween?

Curating art as a form of activism

What does ‘The Social Network’ mean today?

‘Boys State’ shows that politics isn’t pretty

Picking the brains of Bonni Cohen and Jon Shenk in ‘A Conversation on Athlete A’

Leslie Odom Jr. talks playing singer and activist Sam Cooke in ‘One Night in Miami’

‘Feels Good Man’ explores the politics of a meme

Jamming at a distance with the Wertland Street Band

‘Dinner in America’ — where punk-rock rebellion meets unconventional rom-com

U.Va. alumnus Mary Moore pursues music in Nashville

Five Halloween-unaffiliated tunes to get you in the Halloween spirit

‘Strange Days?’ Strange album

‘A Tribute to Thomas Newman’ at the Virginia Film Festival peeks behind the curtain of a prolific film scorer

‘The Trial of the Chicago 7’ is a tribute to the spirit of ‘60s radicalism, mostly

The self: In conversation with Lisa Russ Spaar

10 horror movies for your Halloween movie marathon

Miley Cyrus finds her glam-rock niche

Take a trip to a nostalgic past with new drive-in experience at the Virginia Film Festival

‘Hubie Halloween’ is a pre-COVID-19 comedy audiences will enjoy for years to come

Virginia Film Festival offers free virtual all-access student passes

Honor Committee proposes constitutional change eliminating expulsion as a sanction

Men’s soccer falls to No. 17 Virginia Tech in 2OT

BIG Brain discovery could transform epilepsy treatment

Jewish athletes find their voice during their final year on Grounds

Top 10 ways to persevere through in-person classes

Men’s soccer suffers two straight losses

Bee Conscious Baking Company brings consciously curated goods to Charlottesville

Honor Committee debates use of the informed retraction in Sunday meeting

U.Va. hosts discussion on the American dream as part of Democracy Biennial

No. 17 Virginia field hockey wins two of last four

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