Arts & Entertainment
You Have to Listen to This: Chance the Rapper
Chance the Rapper is rap’s Next Big Thing. Actually. His mixtape “Acid Rap” dropped earlier this year to broad acclaim, he’s getting ink in Rolling Stone and on the cover of Complex, and he’s touring with Eminem and Kendrick Lamar.
Philly Film Festival Review: "The Motel Life"
In the opening scene of “The Motel Life,” Jerry Lee (Stephen Dorff) barges into the motel room he shares with his brother, Frank (Emile Hirsch), and declares that they need to leave.
Philly Film Festival Review: "The Immigrant"
Apprehension immediately onsets as the camera navigates through the bustling crowd of immigrants eagerly anticipating a stamp of approval from the Ellis Island officers.
Music Video Sunday: Tyler the Creator—“Tamale”
Perennial question: what is Tyler, the Creator? It’s easy to say who he is: the 22-year-old head of Cali-based hip-hop collective Odd Future (OFWGKTA in full), but his actual influence extends far beyond that.
Trailer of the Week: “The Grand Budapest Hotel”
If Wes Anderson’s “Moonrise Kingdom” (2012) was a mellow ballad, then his upcoming film, “The Grand Budapest Hotel,” looks like a thundering symphony.
Synesthesia: Gossip Girl
Sometimes you can only picture a show with a particular soundtrack. That's synesthesia, yo.
Shock Absorber: No Thank YouTube
Are you devastated that you missed the MTV Music Awards? Have no fear— on November 3 a re-run will be aired.
Philly Film Festival Review: “Cheap Thrills”
If you’re interested in seeing tons of fake blood on a day that’s not Halloween, you should check out “Cheap Thrills.” For anyone else, this film is simply not worth it. Craig (Pat Healy) is a new father who is down on his luck.
Interview: Mount Kimbie
English electronic duo, Mount Kimbie, will be headlining Jazz & Grooves' fall show on Friday at the Rotunda.
34 Seconds with the Artist: Ariella Freund
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Review: "Carrie"
It’s no surprise that the latest interpretation of Stephen King’s “Carrie” comes after a summer of superhero flicks like “Man of Steel” and “The Wolverine.” Carrie White (Chloë Grace Moretz), who spends most of the movie developing her psychic powers while being ostracized by the popular high school crowd, could very well be the newest member of the X–men.
PRETTY LITTLE LIARS RECAP: "Grave New World" Halloween Special
It’s called the Halloween special: a single episode in between the two halves of "PLL’s" fourth season.
Drunk, High, Sober: College House Film Screening
DRUNK So, I’m drunk at the Harrison “Sky” Lounge. I think this is the only sky lounge I’ve ever been to that doesn’t have a bar.
HIMYM RECAP: "Knight Vision"
There are 45 hours left until the wedding. So, here’s a list of 45 thoughts about this episode: 1.
Interview: Dream Safari
Scheduled to open for Mount Kimbie as part of Jazz and Grooves' fall concert on Friday, Dream Safari, Philadelphia native properly known as Chris Coulton, talked with Jazz and Grooves contributor Kyle Kisicki about music, style and the Philadelphia scene.
Philly Film Festival Review: "Young and Beautiful"
After “The Great Gatsby” came out last year, I found myself frequently associating the words “young” and “beautiful” with Lana Del Rey’s renowned single in addition to Gatsby and Daisy’s love story.
