Reviewed by Aarushi Kumar, a writer. Amongst the nominees for the Oscars’s “Best Picture” award, The Holdovers is standout: a refreshing vision amongst its generally high-concept, tragic, and highly upsetting competitors (excluding Barbie, of course). A heartwarming comedy with a 1970s Hollywood feel, it breaks the stereotype that art must inherently be entirely unique, dire, and somewhat unsettling for it to be deserving of critical … Continue reading The Holdovers
Reviewed by Surya Saraf, a Book Review Editor. The term “womanist,” as novelist Alice Walker expounds in her novel In Search of Our Mothers’ Gardens, is “[a] Black feminist or feminist of color. A woman who loves other women.” This kind of woman “[l]oves music. Loves dance… Loves Herself. Regardless.” This definition epitomizes the recent movie adaptation of The Color Purple, a musical exploration of … Continue reading The Color Purple
Reviewed by Jeri Lieberman-Evans, a writer. The Marvels was an absolute delight of a movie, complete with singing, dancing, fighting, and alien cat monsters. Marvel remains one of the most popular movie studios, famous for its witty, action-packed movies and dedicated fanbase. Its latest release, directed by Nia DaCosta, follows Captain Marvel (Brie Larson), Captain Rambeau (Teyonah Parris), and Ms. Marvel (Iman Vellani) as they … Continue reading The Marvels
Reviewed by Esosa Zuwa, a writer. As BTS’s youngest member, Jungkook is often dubbed the “Golden Maknae,” or “Golden Youngest.” It’s fitting, then, that Golden is his debut solo album, emphasizing his Midas touch. Golden is an entirely English album that encapsulates a mainstream pop sound, full of radio and chart-friendly hits. It has catchy hooks that resonate with longtime BTS and Jungkook stans and … Continue reading Golden
Reviewed by Esosa Zuwa, a writer. Kim Taehyung, better known as V, released his debut EP Layover on September 8, 2023, marking the latest installment of BTS solo music. A swinging, simplistic album about love, heartbreak, and longing, it’s inspired by ’50s doo-wop melodies and ’70s jazz. One could say V has an old soul—yet one nevertheless immersed in the present. Curated and created by producers … Continue reading Layover
Reviewed by Judy Smith, a writer. When I heard about the Barbie movie, my first reaction was to run to my best friends and tell them. I wanted to share a part of my girlhood with them. We all got very excited, but my friends were also a bit skeptical. They told me they were scared it was going to be too serious and therefore … Continue reading Barbie
Reviewed by Caitlin Ginn, Restaurant Review Editor. When eating in San Francisco, the struggle is often not finding good food, but affordable food. So when I found myself craving pasta in the city, I thought there was no hope — until I found The Italian Homemade Company. I was shocked by the one-dollar sign on Google Maps: the $10- $20-dollar meal price range seemed too … Continue reading The Italian Homemade Company: North Beach Location
Written by Esosa Zuwa, a writer. D-Day is Agust D’s manifesto to the self. It’s the thrilling conclusion in a sonic trilogy about breaking free from the burdens of society. Joined by the likes of longtime BTS producer Kyang Hyo-won (Pdogg) and producer Vincent Watson, Agust D, better known as Suga from BTS, provides thought-provoking social commentary and reflections on regrets. The pre-release single “People … Continue reading D-Day
Reviewed by Caitlin Ginn, a writer. In the midst of several dining options in Parklab Gardens, San Francisco, lies a gem: KoJa Kitchen, an Asian fusion food truck. Surrounded by tables, turf, tents, and couches sprawled out across roughly a block of San Francisco, the whole environment is very casual and slightly hippie: those ambling by include foodies, wedding party attendees, and random teenagers enjoying … Continue reading KoJa Kitchen
Written by Esosa Zuwa, a writer. For years, fans have been enraptured by BTS member Park Jimin’s face, watching him deliver dreamy vocals and charm the world with stunning visuals. In his newest album, Face, Jimin asks listeners to look beyond his well-loved visage, giving a glimpse into his self and psyche. Inspired by deep mental introspection during the pandemic and produced by the likes … Continue reading Face
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