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Student artists get the crowd on their feet at the Eddy

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Performers serenade fellow Biolans at the first Eddy of the semester.
Kayla Santos and Adam Pigott February 8, 2019

UPDATED: Feb. 9, 2019, 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 7 marked Student Programing and Activities’ first Eddy of the semester,  entertaining Biolans with four student musical acts, chocolate chip pancakes, a donut wall and Starbucks hot beverages. The two-hour-long concert helped students destress after...

“Velvet Buzzsaw” carves up immense potential

“Velvet Buzzsaw” carves up immense potential
Director Dan Gilroy’s second feature film contains all elements of good horror, but fails to live up to Gilroy’s previously established pedigree.
Chris Baeza, Freelance Writer February 5, 2019

A masterful work of art is a true sight to behold. Each intentional stroke of a brush creates details that should move a person toward emotion or to ponderings of life. Well, the art in “Velvet Buzzsaw” does much more than that. The works of art in this film move the characters and draw them in with...

Get taken by our Liam Neeson watchlist

Get taken by our Liam Neeson watchlist
Check out this watchlist of some of Liam Neeson’s best movies in preparation of “Cold Pursuit.”
Adam Pigott, Staff Writer February 3, 2019

If there is anyone who paved the way for other actors in action/thriller movies, that person is Liam Neeson. He has starred in a number of movies in those genres, and he continues to do so to this day. His filmography includes the “Taken” movies, “Non-Stop,” “The A-Team,” “A Walk Among...

“The Marriage of Figaro” entertains, challenges and represents

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Vocal and orchestra departments unite in operatic symphony for Mozart’s 1786 classic.
Adam Pigott, Staff Writer February 2, 2019

This story was originally published in print on Jan. 31, 2019.  Biola’s vocal and orchestra departments are putting the finishing touches on their presentation of Mozart’s “The Marriage of Figaro,” a comedy that makes fun of serious situations, allowing audiences to laugh through difficult...

A warm playlist for a cold weekend

Listen to these gloomy day tunes that match this weekend’s weather.
Kayla Santos, Arts & Entertainment Editor January 31, 2019

Prepare to cozy up with hot drinks and heavy blankets this weekend. Contrary to popular belief, Southern California is not always perfect, warm and sunny. According to the National Weather Service, the forecast calls for a weekend that is cloudy with chances of showers. Listen to these favored rainy-day...

Alumnus Temitope invites Christians to pursue unity with “Okan”

Alumnus Temitope invites Christians to pursue unity with “Okan”
Coming from a Nigerian and English background, Temitope brings an authentic style of worship.
Kayla Santos, Arts & Entertainment Editor January 31, 2019

This story was originally published in print on Jan. 31, 2019. 2012 Biola University graduate Temitope “Tobi” Peters has channeled his unique background to craft songs of praise in his newest release, “Okan,” which translates to “one” in his family’s native Yorùbá dialect. Based out...

Spring 2019 theater preview

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Theatre director Zachary Bortot peels back the curtain on Theatre 21’s spring productions.
Pierce Singgih, Editor-in-Chief (Fall 2019) January 29, 2019

Theatre 21 productions return this spring with plays that are intended to push audiences to contemplate the deeper messages behind the stories, all while highlighting the talents of the theatre department. This was evident last fall, as “The Boys Next Door” joyfully highlighted those in the intellectually...

Watch it before it’s gone: “The Favourite,” “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” and “Roma”

Watch it before it’s gone: “The Favourite,” “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” and “Roma”
Three great films to watch in theatres before the Academy Awards.
Chris Baeza, Freelance Writer January 27, 2019

Welcome to Oscar season. The 91st Academy Award nominees were announced last Tuesday. On Feb. 24, some of the best films of the year will go head-to-head to see which walks away with one of the most prestigious awards in the film industry. The awards are just around the corner, so last-minute showings...

Switchfoot lets loose in latest album

The San Diego-based quintet offers encouragement and consolation in newest release, ‘Native Tongue.’
Kayla Santos, Arts & Entertainment Editor January 24, 2019

Less than a week ago, alternative rock band Switchfoot released their 11th studio album, “Native Tongue.” The 14-track project unleashes Switchfoot’s dedication to pursue joy above everything else. “Joy is an incredible motivator, it’s only to be found in the moment, not in the past or future,”...

“Glass” fails to shatter expectations

“Glass” fails to shatter expectations
This thriller’s confusing story and slow space blend poorly together.
Adam Pigott, Staff Writer January 23, 2019

In 2016, director M. Night Shyamalan followed his beloved 2000 superhero film “Unbreakable” with the thriller flick “Split,” setting up an unexpected cinematic universe. In “Glass,” Bruce Willis and Samuel L. Jackson reprise their “Unbreakable” roles as David Dunn and Mr. Glass, this...

Prepare for the semester with our back-to-school playlist

Here are a few songs that can hopefully help you get back into the groove of school.
Chris Baeza, Freelance Writer January 19, 2019

Winter break has come and gone and classes are in full swing. If you have not been listening to music this week because you have been too busy waiting in line for books or trying to figure out how to do homework during a blackout, this back-to-school playlist may be for you. With songs ranging from indie/alternative...

“The Upside” Review: Kevin Hart shocks in this heartbreaking, heartwarming film

“The Upside” Review: Kevin Hart shocks in this heartbreaking, heartwarming film
Personal growth, second chances, life lessons and friendship come together in this comedy-drama.
Adam Pigott, Staff Writer January 17, 2019

Kevin Hart’s movie career is littered with goofy comedies such as “Ride Along,” Ride Along 2,” “Jumanji,” “Get Hard” and countless similar movies, cementing his status as a giant in this genre. “The Upside” stands out among all modern comedies by demonstrating Hart’s surprisingly...