Even though the show lacked excitement, the winners did not. I was ecstatic to see “Anora” sweeping the Oscars rather than the anticipated “Emilia Pérez.” This year’s show demonstrated that there is a chance for small yet deserving filmmakers to make a splash and dominate Hollywood’s biggest night.
With March Madness in full swing, movies are an excellent way to immerse yourself in Duke basketball spirit during the sad periods between live games. Here are a few films beloved by several Duke Men’s Basketball players and coaches, all mentioned by players and coaches on The Brotherhood Podcast.
While “A Real Pain” is a phenomenal film that also does a wonderful job of providing a fresh perspective on the Holocaust, it also finds itself stuck in the same rut as other Holocaust films.
Ultimately, “The Phantom Menace” is a movie that spreads itself too thin, not committing itself to characters or politics, and thus, prioritizes reference over substance, symbol over meaning.
The Academy is considering requiring AI-usage disclosures for the 2026 awards to increase transparency and give voters more information to guide their decisions. This move could pave the way for future smear campaigns centered on films' AI use, either due to organic discourse or corporate maneuvering.
Shakespeare’s plays have the rare ability to draw together comedy, romance and tragedy: the essential ingredients for a romcom that together form a foolproof formula for a wonderful film. Maybe Shakespeare, and Shakespeare-inspired works like “Ten Things I Hate About You,” will be the unlikely heroes of the romcom genre after all.
This trilogy has been a journey for listeners and a period of self-reflection for The Weeknd. As he closes off this chapter of his artistic identity, there is no doubt that the “After Hours Til Dawn” trilogy allowed him to fully explore all of the emotions and experiences that come with stardom.
Courtney Lucius talks about her favorite classes at Duke, the dangers of abandoning arts and the humanities and the campus arts community.
Courtney Lucius talks about studying visual and media studies, dancing on campus and what it means to be a dancer.
Imagine my surprise as I am watching the season three premiere of HBO’s “The White Lotus” and Duke isn’t just mentioned within minutes of the show starting, but an entire subplot revolves around a kid choosing between Duke and UNC. Is this play about us?
For hardcore Marvel fans, “Captain America: Brave New World” is a must-see and necessary for keeping up with the ever-expanding web of MCU stories. However, for the casual Marvel viewer, this film is a let down, providing insufficient entertainment, tolerable visual effects or fun moments to keep it engaging or worth watching.
“Green and Gold” can only sing in church. The 2025 film has the type of voice that knows what notes it has to hit and often hits them, but shows no genuine heart outside of the people, place and culture it draws its life from.
Considering that the 96th Academy Awards featured strong, record-breaking contenders across the board, this year’s show is a bit of a let-down.
Phantogram continues to refine their blend of electronic rock and dream pop, striking a delicate balance between hypnotic rhythms and emotionally charged lyricism. The album not only reaffirms their place in the alternative music landscape but also expands their sonic palette, making it a rewarding listen for longtime fans and newcomers alike.
“Severance” is somehow both utterly unfathomable and grounded in reality. Through its hyperbole, some light is be shed on the harms and problems of the American corporate culture experience. Beyond the strength of its message, the show is also a strong, twist-packed viewing experience that everybody should watch.
On February 3rd, The Daily Show’s Trevor Noah hosted the 67th annual Grammy Awards, the United States’ largest music award show. The night was filled with unique, enjoyable artist performances and surprising wins.
We will likely never know what happened between Lively and Baldoni. Given that it is likely that both sides will try to manipulate the media, we should be extra careful to be critical of the information we receive.
Multiple versions of Timothée Chalamet: what dreams are made of. Well, those dreams came true last weekend when the “A Complete Unknown” lead double-hosted SNL.
Chandler Fry talks the academic job market, conceptions of progress, what it is like teaching at a community college and the best piece of advice he has received
Chandler Fry talks about literature, teaching and the good life
