While the popularity of superhero films may feel like an original experience, older generations had their own equivalent: the Western.
Arts, Music, Column
Rosario: Where is the Authenticity in Rap?
Whether it be the raw ingenuity shared on SoundCloud by smaller rappers, or the harsh presentation of violence found in the drill scene which has seen mainstream popularity in recent years, authenticity continues to prevail, even though the industry can’t seem to realize it.
2025 Celebrating Black Voices, Column, Television, Arts
Mulligan: Abbott Elementary Carves Space for African American Voices in Comedy
While there is always work to be done to highlight more diverse voices, Abbott Elementary shows that it is possible to be both entertaining and influential.
Column, Arts
Woodard: Kendrick Lamar’s Halftime Show Brought the Message but Not the Melody
On top of the novelty of rap in the halftime show, Lamar’s ongoing feud with Drake had those following the drama waiting at the edge of their seats to see what Lamar would do with his national spotlight.
Arts, Column
Our Valentine to You: The Arts Editors’ Playlist for Love
Whether you’re looking to be heartwarmed or heartbroken, check out our picks—consider it our valentine to you!
Arts, Column
Torres: A Valentine’s Book Guide With Unconventional Lovers
This Valentine’s Day, discover how different authors throughout time talk honestly about love, refusing to shy away from their flaws and desires.
Arts, Movies, Column
Priddle: When Hollywood Gets Romance Right
Whether you’re spending this Valentine’s Day coupled up, happily single, or feeling the Feb. 14 blues, this list exhibits the best of what the romance genre has to offer.
Arts, Music, Column
Araujo: Bad Bunny’s ‘DtMF’ Reclaims More Than Music
Bad Bunny’s full circle moment serves as a reminder that wherever we call home lives within us, whether it’s Puerto Rico or anywhere else in the world.
Arts, Column
Vasiliauskas: The “Biopic Bait” Theory Poses a Risk for True Originality
This theory is something I lovingly call the “Biopic Bait” theory. To me, biopics are becoming too oversaturated, are vehicles for your favorite actor to win an Oscar, and are ultimately part of a broader originality problem in filmmaking.
Column, Arts
Rosario: Is Hollywood Making Reading Obsolete?
Behind the smoke and mirrors of film merits, the question arises of whether these adaptations hold any weight to their literary counterparts. As riveting as it is to watch your favorite book take on the big screen, have these adaptations ultimately caused harm to literature?
