Playlists
Christopher Walken’s Most Family–Friendly Roles
Christopher Walken has always possessed an intensity that has lent itself well to heavy films like At Close Range and King of New York.
Dead Poets Society
While spring might not have yet sprung, our poet laureates were inspired by the promise of ultimate frisbee and allergy season. Shield your eyes, Walt Whitman; these poems are anything but organic.
Best Friends: Alliterations and Themselves
Each week we totes spotlight some of the most terrific twosomes around! Like, awesome!
Drink of the Week: Raspberry Razz Ma Tazz
Pour half a bag of frozen raspberries into your blender or Cuisinart, along with the juice of one lemon.
Review: The Farm and the Fisherman
The Farm and the Fisherman offers a classy way to show you care.
Common Ground
The Mural Arts Program’s newest tour takes you through Philly’s collection of African American–inspired murals, guided by the trusty voice of The Roots’ ?uestlove.
Review: Matrix Series at the Wexler Gallery
Wexler Gallery's newest exhibit calls for a reflection on the elegance of glass and the magic of intricate detail.
Musical Notes: Assessing the Seriousness of Die Antwoord’s Bizarre Short Film.
Defibrillator: Kundun (1997)
For most moviegoers, the plight of the Tibetan people isn’t the first thing to come to mind when reflecting on the work of Martin Scorsese.
Review: Femme Fatale by Britney Spears
Pop diva returns to femme form.
For the Law-Abiding Listener
2011 is shaping up to be a big year for the world of digital music. Apple recently confirmed rumors of a new subscription service in the works for iTunes, while Google announced plans to release its own hybrid digital download store/subscription–based music locker.
From the Editor: 03.24.2011
Nobody really watched Skins. You know, that MTV teen drama that was spawned from the brilliant British version.
Dispatches: A Night in the Woods(er)
5:00 p.m.: Get a text from date: “FYI, dress code is flannel and jeans!!!!” Assume she’s being ironic.
Overhead at Penn: 03.24.11
One guy in Hillel to another: Is AEPi more hardcore than TEP? A’s guy: She was all over me, grabbing me.
Word on the Street: Just Let Me Go
You’re in the final moments of your last Friday class, waiting for the minute hand to hit 50 so you can begin/continue drinking for the day and your weekend can officially begin.
Review: Kill the Irishman
Fightin' Irish almost hit their mark.
Keep Calm and Carry On
Nursing sophomore Yali Derman’s bags offer style with a purpose.
