Film & TV
THE NEWSROOM RECAP: "First Thing We Do, Let's Kill All the Lawyers"
Five Crucial Takeaways from the Season Two Premiere
The Best and Worst of the 66th Cannes Film Festival
From the highly anticipated "Only God Forgives" to James Franco's adaptation of WIlliam Faulkner's "As I Lay Dying," we critique some of the buzziest films of the festival.
Chill out, Netflix is here
Now that we're about two weeks into summer, season finales have begun to air and we know you've watched every Arrested Development four times already.
MAD MEN RECAP: "To Have and to Hold"
A wisp of feminism re-enters the scene, as "Mad Men's" women contend with the shadows of their accomplishments. And, ketchup is still confused with catsup.
SMASH RECAP: "Opening Night"
Five chills-inducing triumphant moments from the un-ironically stellar episode showcasing the premiere of “Bombshell."
Review: "42"
“42” is a solid contribution to the legacy of Jackie Robinson and the sports–movie genre, though the film fails to explore the icon's human side.
Review: "The Place Beyond the Pines"
Yes, Ryan Gosling stars in "The Place Beyond the Pines." And yes, he drives fast, looks good and does illegal things.
Why Movies Have Sucked Lately
An investigation into the Hollywood formula that is generating boring, repetitive films—and what you can do to restore your faith in cinema.
MAD MEN RECAP: "The Collaborators"
This week, "Mad Men" turned from its tone of death and despair back to one of adulterous mishaps and discontent, yet still subtly reminded us of the past.
GAME OF THRONES RECAP: "Walk of Punishment"
For a show so wittily chatty, this episode decides to explore moments when a thought is best expressed by saying nothing. This week was all about awkward silences, glances and wordless vocal noises.
Trailer of the Week: “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyPnQw_Lqds
The Top Ten Must–See Films of the Summer
The films that absolutely everyone will be talking about... for better or for worse. Even if you're not going to see it in theaters, lead the watercooler conversation at your summer internship with these conversation starters.
GLEE RECAP: "Shooting Star"
Glee took an unexpected turn to a more serious side this week. With all the wild things that happened, it’s fitting to list the Top 4 heart-racing moments of this week's episode.
Review: "Disconnect"
“Disconnect” is an intense, multi–perspective drama whose four star–packed storylines are tethered by loss, emotional detachment and internet crime. The film is an anthology of topical offenses, from cyberbullying to identity theft, offering important information about privacy and internet security without getting overly–educational or preachy.
Artist Profile: Dylan Hansen–Fliedner & Jason Jadick
Name and Year: Dylan Hansen–Fliedner & Jason Jadick, C’14 Majors: English/Creative Writing & Cinema Studies Website: www.lunarcircleproductions.com STREET: How did you each get into filmmaking?
Fling Concert 2.0
No one likes a concert in the rain. Enjoy a floor pass to these concert alternatives from the snuggly comfort of your bed.
Street Does "The Croods" Drunk, High, Sober
Film sent three critics to a screening of Dreamworks' "The Croods" in three very different states of mind.
Trailer of the Week: "The Great Gatsby"
A new trailer for Baz Luhrmann’s adaption of "The Great Gatsby" was just unveiled, and it’s exactly as you’d expect.
SMASH RECAP: "The Surprise Party"
In which Liza Minelli’s fabulous cameo is relegated to Saturday nights.
