Sex and Violence: ingredients of storytelling
Cinema’s use of sex and violence reveals deeper truths about human longing.
“Rudderless” is a driven find
William H. Macy’s directorial debut uses the power of music to bring forth raw performances.
A Shallow Well
Russell Crowe’s directorial debut provides adequate entertainment, but disappoints with a disjointed narrative that fails to shed any new light on the horrors of Gallipoli’s context.
Nirvana’s Legacy in the 21st Century
HBO’s new documentary, Montage of Heck, is a heartbreaking look into Kurt Cobain’s story.
Passion Pit stays afloat
The indie-pop band returns with an album that still cannot match the magic of its debut, despite bright moments.
Avengers: Age of Ultron goes beyond simple action
The much-anticipated superhero flick digs a little deeper than some of its explosion-driven brethren.
Alabama Shakes live up to the hype
The rock band tightens its sound and takes its songwriting to the next level.
Selfishness in the Snapchat age
Noah Baumbach’s latest New York critique takes aim at Brooklyn hipsterdom and the meaning of authenticity with wit and style.
On the evening of Nov. 15, the stage in Ethel Lee Auditorium was set with a purplish-blue hue and a light fog. The Biola Jazz Ensemble, led by...