Fall Shows Worth Binge-Watching

With September passing through the midway point, television networks are preparing their shows to win over viewers. Plenty of 2014 shows went through the gauntlet to prove themselves worthy of another season, but there were some that didn’t prove successful enough to continue, whether critically or financially. Here’s a rundown of shows I think may be worth your television time this fall. While DC Comics … Continue reading Fall Shows Worth Binge-Watching

Gusties Audition to Join Competition Dance

While everything on campus was winding down after the first day of school, the Gustavus Dance Team was just getting started. Tryouts for the performance team began at 8 p.m. and the team’s season was officially underway. Seven new additions were added after Tuesday’s tryouts, bringing the team’s roster up to eighteen dancers. These new dancers joined a dynamic team with strong leadership, immense talent, … Continue reading Gusties Audition to Join Competition Dance

The Jurassic Park sequel is fun but flawed

In 1993, director Stephen Spielberg and science-fiction author Michael Crichton were responsible for one of the most influential cinematic experiences ever put on the big screen, Jurassic Park. Using a balanced combination of practical effects and CGI that still looks good by today’s standards, the filmmakers were able to bring dinosaurs back to life in a way that no one had ever seen before and … Continue reading The Jurassic Park sequel is fun but flawed

The good, the bad, and the underrated

After hours of buying overpriced tickets and stuffing my face with popcorn this summer, I’ve decided what summer movie reigns superior, what movie isn’t worth renting, and what movie didn’t get the credit it deserved. Mad Max Fury Road marked the triumphant return of director George Miller to the Mad Max franchise after 30 years. Now, Tom Hardy takes on Mel Gibson’s role of a … Continue reading The good, the bad, and the underrated

Jupiter Ascending descends into dissapointment

Like M. Night Shamylan, the Wachowski Brothers have arguably hit their peak too early in their career, and have not succeeded in gaining that former glory since. To be fair, their peak came in the form of The Matrix, one of the most influential science fiction films of all time, and that’s pretty difficult to top. But even then, they haven’t made a film that … Continue reading Jupiter Ascending descends into dissapointment

Gustavus Ensembles fill the hill with music

Featuring six ensembles of various woodwind instruments, The Woodwind Chamber Ensemble Concert works to create a memorable performance. Along with BrassWorks, the yearly concert is a combination of all pieces rehearsed by each ensemble. The Woodwind Chamber Ensemble will consists of several flute, clarinet, saxophone ensembles, and one woodwind ensemble coached by Heidi Miller. For Sophomore Music and Education Major Nicole Skifton this concert will … Continue reading Gustavus Ensembles fill the hill with music

Discovery of Self combines forms of visual art

Discovery of Self, taking place this weekend, is a Dance Honors Project providing an extraordinary combination of visual arts and dance. Sponsored by the Department of Theatre and Dance, The Discovery of Self is Jordan Bergman’s senior honor project. For Senior Jordan Bergman, Art Studio and Dance major, The Discovery of Self allows her to display both of her passions. Thematically based around the discovery … Continue reading Discovery of Self combines forms of visual art

Life of WWII hero recognized in historical thriller

The Imitation Game was one of the notable films of 2014 thanks to the number of nominations it received, particularly from the Academy Awards. Even though the film did not win much, this recognition brought the film more attention. The historical thriller directed by Morten Tyldum focused on the life of Alan Turing, who was most notable for solving the Enigma code, but was later … Continue reading Life of WWII hero recognized in historical thriller

Swedish Artist-In-Residence shares work and wisdom

Q: What was your role in the Surrealistförlaget group? A: It’s called The Surrealist Group of Stockholm (Surreslistgruppen I Stockholm). I wasn’t one of the founding members, but I joined them in an early state. We did a lot of experimental things, in life as well as in the arts. Later, I left the group, since groups like this tend to be secteriscit, and I … Continue reading Swedish Artist-In-Residence shares work and wisdom