by Sydney Henry ‘20 Director Jon Favreau’s newest project, “The Mandalorian,” is an original “Star Wars” series made for Disney’s new streaming service, Disney Plus. Favreau expands the “Star Wars” universe through an eight-episode story that follows a lone bounty hunter as he makes his way through the galaxy. Although the series was originally intended to follow this bounty hunter, … Read More
by Jack Miller ‘21 Greta Gerwig’s “Little Women” is full of love. Every frame is bursting with warmth—the passion and care poured into it can be felt during every second, even the most fleeting of moments. Whereas other films so joyous might feel corny, “Little Women” feels genuine—because that’s exactly what it is. Gerwig’s sophomore effort is based off Lousia … Read More
by Sabina Jafri ‘20 Olney Theatre Center’s (delightful) holiday production, “Singin’ in the Rain,” runs until January 5. But with the crowds it’s pulling in, it’ll probably be extended: this glorious cast will dance their way into mid-January, giving students even more time to take advantage of a golden opportunity. Though it hasn’t been advertised much in recent years, this … Read More
by Jack Miller ’21 “Marriage Story,” the new Netflix dramedy from acclaimed filmmaker Noah Baumbach, explores the ins and outs of the divorce system through the lens of Nicole (Scarlett Johannson) and Charlie (Adam Driver), a New York showbiz couple that engage in a grueling coast-to-coast divorce that pushes the two to their personal extremes. As their seedy attorneys battle … Read More
by Alex Cohen ’20 In 2017, “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” rebooted the 1995 classic starring Robin Williams and racked in $962 million globally and $404.5 million domestically. It was the fifth biggest movie in the world and the fourth biggest movie in North America that year. With such great success, it was only a matter of time before Sony … Read More
by Devon Goldstein ‘21 Billie Eilish: Billie walked the red carpet in a plaid jogger set with a rhinestoned undershirt and head covering. This look was designed by Burberry with a beekeeper vibe in mind. Although the beekeeper look is well shown through the outfit, this is a very well put-together outfit. Eilish always wears baggy clothing that does not … Read More
by Selene Ashewood ’22 Ted Bundy was an infamous killer of the 70s, known for often targeting college girls and partaking in necrophilic acts and following his crimes; in 1989, he was executed. But wouldn’t he have been a great boyfriend? Wouldn’t you have liked to be enchanted by him even if it ended in your own murder? Thousands of … Read More
by Christianna Tran ‘20 FX’s “American Horror Story” is a long running-show known for its disturbing, outlandish, and gory plots and twists. Every year FX puts out a new season with an entirely new story and characters. For its latest rendition, FX released “AHS: 1984,” loosely based around the popularity of cliche slasher movies that came out in the 1980s. … Read More
by Emily Siansky ‘22 Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas, the childhood heartthrobs of the early 2000s, reunited in early March after a six-year hiatus with the release of their new album, “Happiness Begins.” From August to December, the brothers will tour the U.S. with some shows in Mexico. I attended shows in Hershey, Pennsylvania on August 31 and Baltimore, Maryland … Read More
by Ryan Duvall ’21 After being heavily criticized for “Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi,” director Rian Johnson has bounced back in a big way with “Knives Out.” In this original whodunnit, Harlan Thrombey (Christopher Plummer), a bestselling mystery novelist, is found with a slit neck the morning after his 85th birthday party. World renowned detective, Benoit Blac … Read More