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The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Redbox Film Club: Philomena

Redbox Film Club: Philomena
Introducing, "The RedBox Film Club," whose goal is to make the time you spend in front of Redbox much shorter.
Tyler Davis, Writer September 3, 2014
Introducing, "The RedBox Film Club," whose goal is to make the time you spend in front of Redbox much shorter.

Shovels and Rope mix classic country with gritty blues

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Shovels and Rope blends bluesy, twangy filled instrumentation in "Swimmin' Time".
Allison Winters, Writer September 2, 2014
Shovels and Rope blends bluesy, twangy filled instrumentation in "Swimmin' Time".

Content vs. Context: Dealing with film’s toughest subjects

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Tyler Davis and David Vendrell discuss the importance of confronting and discussing the dark and complex issues presented in modern day film.
Tyler Davis and David Vendrell September 2, 2014
Tyler Davis and David Vendrell discuss the importance of confronting and discussing the dark and complex issues presented in modern day film.

Interpol’s new album feels both new and classic

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"El Pintor" presents a new take on Interpol's classic sound.
Christian Davis, Writer September 2, 2014
"El Pintor" presents a new take on Interpol's classic sound.

“Boyhood” – An Intimate Epic

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In a subtle and seemingly random collection of moments, "Boyhood" chronicles the journey of one boy through adolescence, and reminds us of the beauty there is to be found in every part of our lives.
David Vendrell, Writer August 27, 2014
In a subtle and seemingly random collection of moments, "Boyhood" chronicles the journey of one boy through adolescence, and reminds us of the beauty there is to be found in every part of our lives.

“Neighbors” is a grown up take on the college party scene

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"Neighbors" has heart, but earns its R rating.
Michael Asmus, Writer May 13, 2014
"Neighbors" has heart, but earns its R rating.

“Upside Down Mountain” Oberst’s most intimate album to date

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Conor Oberst blends craftsmanship and passion in "Upside Down Mountain."
Tyler Davis, Writer May 13, 2014
Conor Oberst blends craftsmanship and passion in "Upside Down Mountain."

The Black Keys work with new colors on ‘Turn Blue’

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The Black Keys explore an invigorated and inspired new sound in "Turn Blue."
Christian Davis, Writer May 13, 2014
The Black Keys explore an invigorated and inspired new sound in "Turn Blue."

“The Double” offers a bleak and hauntingly fresh dreamscape

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"The Double" stars Jesse Eisenberg in a psychological thriller that blends quirks and paranoia.
David Vendrell, Writer May 12, 2014
"The Double" stars Jesse Eisenberg in a psychological thriller that blends quirks and paranoia.

‘I Never Learn,’ Lykke Li

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"I Never Learn" is an emotional journey of hurt and heartache.
Allison Winters, Writer May 6, 2014
"I Never Learn" is an emotional journey of hurt and heartache.

Streaming killed the television star

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With online streaming on the rise, television consumers are becoming accustomed to binge-watching rather than tuning in live.
Tyler Davis, Writer May 6, 2014
With online streaming on the rise, television consumers are becoming accustomed to binge-watching rather than tuning in live.

‘The Amazing Spider-Man 2’ is all style and no substance

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'The Amazing Spiderman 2' features elaborate action and an all-star cast, but suffers from rushed pacing.
Austin John, Writer May 6, 2014
'The Amazing Spiderman 2' features elaborate action and an all-star cast, but suffers from rushed pacing.