“Little Oblivions” explores the links between doubt and ecstasy
By Joanna Ashley Clark | March 3, 2021The 12-track record is by no means mindless background music — "Little Oblivions" demands the attention of the listener.
The 12-track record is by no means mindless background music — "Little Oblivions" demands the attention of the listener.
Throughout last week, Taylor worked with the Department of Drama and, as part of her residency, held an Artist Talk followed by two days of masterclasses.
In the heat of the pandemic and a toxic social and political climate, AJR's latest single "Way Less Sad" reflects on the mental health struggles brought on by today's world.
Imagine a barrage of cameras following you every day, capturing every vulnerable moment. That's how Britney Spears felt in 2007.
Lowe was frequently referred to as “society’s best kept secret,” a Black woman highly sought after by the wealthiest members of society, but never publicly given credit for her work due to her race.
What was once a commonplace, mundane and for some, a dreaded task during a normal school year, is now a rare and treasured event in the presence of virtual learning.
A quintessentially high school finale exuding warmth, the film wraps up Lara Jean and Peter’s love story with a candy-colored bow.
While the actors do a great job of depicting Malcolm and Marie's relationship, but the screenplay does not express a clear message, which detracts from the excellent acting and direction of the film.
A collection of songs about anticipation, butterflies in stomachs, infatuation, unrequited feelings, the honeymoon stage, complication of relationships, breakups and anything else you might be feeling.
Gorman's poem, "Chorus of the Captains," celebrated three community leaders who were named honorary Super Bowl captains by the NFL.
Far too often do people fall into the trap of watching white savior films or films that only capture the trauma and none of the joy of the Black experience.
"Strawberry Mansions" addresses everything from the pandemic to social inequality to sobriety to religion in 22 stunning songs.
Three novel recommendations featuring love stories for you to savor like the box of chocolates you are bound to receive — if not this year, one day.
I could have never fully prepared myself for the intro track — you guessed it, Erykah Badu's "Penitentiary Philosophy" — the greatest song of all time.
A peculiar phenomenon suggests that confronting fears head-on through horror movies — even if you are watching through splayed fingers — may actually be therapeutic and improve fear-response.
While some may see “Bling Empire” as an uninspiring take on “Crazy Rich Asians,” it's a fresh addition to reality television.
Rodrigo’s storytelling in “Drivers License” is raw and emotional, conveying the pain of going through a heartbreak, and it is no wonder it has garnered so much attention.
"Whole Lotta Red," while fitfully enjoyable, is far from the last word on Playboi Carti's output in 2019 and 2020.
Even though it is easy to stick with the artists we do know during these “challenging times,” those we don’t know are still on the fast track to receiving widespread critical acclaim.
“Natives” was presented as a roughly 90-minute movie, shown from December 17 through 19 on the Virginia Players’ Youtube page.