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The Chimes

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The Chimes

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The Chimes

The extraterrestrial evolution of Steven Spielberg

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A celebrated breakthrough in film deserves recognition after 40 years.
Vic Silva, Writer September 12, 2017
A celebrated breakthrough in film deserves recognition after 40 years.

Netflix’s Death Note falls flat

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Wingard’s film upsets many fans by stripping key elements of beloved anime to create a bad live-action movie.
Alondra Urizar, Writer September 11, 2017
Wingard’s film upsets many fans by stripping key elements of beloved anime to create a bad live-action movie.

“No Shape” embraces Hadreas’ sexuality

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Perfume Genius drapes listeners in frescoes of euphoric sound in an ode to queerness.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager May 17, 2017
Perfume Genius drapes listeners in frescoes of euphoric sound in an ode to queerness.

Holy Blood represents Christian viking metal

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The Ukrainian band’s first release in three years gushes melodramatic bombast.
Maxwell Heilman, Writer May 17, 2017
The Ukrainian band’s first release in three years gushes melodramatic bombast.

Contemporary Christian music diverges from the style of hymns

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Theologically rich hymns coexist with emotional and experiential contemporary songs.
Caleb Aguilera, Writer May 17, 2017
Theologically rich hymns coexist with emotional and experiential contemporary songs.

The double-edged sword of computer generated imagery

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Although CGI is a powerful filmmaking tool, it must be used correctly to maintain effectiveness.
Jordyn Palma, Writer May 17, 2017
Although CGI is a powerful filmmaking tool, it must be used correctly to maintain effectiveness.

“A Woman’s Life” ponders femininity in the 19th century

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Stéphane Brizé’s latest film captures the sorrow and joy of life.
Austin Bland, Writer May 17, 2017
Stéphane Brizé’s latest film captures the sorrow and joy of life.

A Guide to A24

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To comprehend the film distribution company’s rapturous arrival, delve into the sweeping essentials to A24.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager May 16, 2017
To comprehend the film distribution company’s rapturous arrival, delve into the sweeping essentials to A24.

“Alien” needs bizarro vision

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Jerry Goldsmith’s musical contribution to the original film encapsulates the bravery so desperately needed in modern movies.
Maxwell Heilman, Writer May 16, 2017
Jerry Goldsmith’s musical contribution to the original film encapsulates the bravery so desperately needed in modern movies.

POPS! showcases film fanfare

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Biola Symphonic Winds combines score greats and skits for a memorable evening.
Tim Seeberger, Writer May 9, 2017
Biola Symphonic Winds combines score greats and skits for a memorable evening.

Chris Stapleton’s sophomore release makes country great again

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“From A Room: Volume 1’s” diverse style makes it more than just another country record.
Caleb Aguilera, Writer May 9, 2017
“From A Room: Volume 1’s” diverse style makes it more than just another country record.

Elevant makes stoner funk a thing

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“Normal Life” injects infectious groove into their alt-rock cocktail.
Maxwell Heilman, Writer May 9, 2017
“Normal Life” injects infectious groove into their alt-rock cocktail.