Public outrage requires nuanced critique
I first became aware of “A Dog’s Purpose” after watching a trailer for the film at a nearby movie theater. A January release (which is always the mark of cinematic…
Day: February 8, 2017
Gallery echoes discontent, unease of political climate
As chants of “not my president” echo across the nation, millions gather around the globe to protest our new administration and hot pink yarn flies off the shelves of craft…
Annual Cabaret Night reaffirms genre’s undying spirit
You’ll never find Drake on a standards album or a cabaret rendition of any Chainsmokers songs. Though while time still has yet to tell whether or not these musicians will…
‘Sense8’ breaks down borders, promotes inclusivity
Normally I am very hesitant to start a new show. It doesn’t matter if that means tuning in once a week at the same time and on a real television,…
Gorillaz debut eerie, politically-charged song after hiatus
Aday before Donald Trump’s inauguration, Gorillaz released a song and music video, “Hallelujah Money,” featuring British artist and musician Benjamin Clementine. The song, a slow-paced, majestic lamentation on America’s current…
Migos disappoints, “Culturally” speaking
If I had to give the music Migos makes a movie equivalent, it’d be a big, dumb action flick. Not a schlocky B-tier one, but not an excellent one either.…
Why go JYA when you can JY-stay at home and in bed
How’s school? Are y’all having a great time? No? Not surprising. I, a free woman until March, am writing from my cozy comfy bed at home. It’s great. I can…
To LARP or not to LARP, when academia gets odd
I have come across a lot of interesting courses during my year-and-a-half at Vassar. Some memorable ones from the course guide are “Sex Before, During and After the Nazis,” “The…
How to discuss politics with Trump-worshipping family
No, I’m not a Republican, a masochist, nor even a pitiable election bet loser. It was kids’ movie night at my cousins’ church, and who better than bulgy-eyed baby Dory…
Good idea or cat-astrophe? Kennel show features cats
Attention all fancy doggos, pooches, puppers, pupperoni pizzas and floofs: get ready for an awkward get-together with your estranged, meowier cousins. The weather forecast for this weekend in New York…