Mediocrity surrounds Identity Thief— Give me better humor

If it’s a good film featuring Jason Bateman that you want, I’d advise renting Juno or even watching some old Arrested Development episodes because, unfortunately, Identity Thief doesn’t really make the cut. Bateman plays Sandy Patterson, an honest man trying to make his way up the ladder at his law firm, with a wife and two kids, until one day something goes awry. Cue entrance … Continue reading Mediocrity surrounds Identity Thief— Give me better humor

Machinal—through the eyes on the stage

On May 9-11 in Anderson Theater, the Gustavus Theater and Dance Department will close out the 2012-2013 theater season with a performance of Machinal, a play written by playwright Sophie Treadwell, a pioneering feminist from the 1920s, and directed by Professor in Theater and Dance Amy Seham . The play is the story of Ruth Snyder, the first woman executed in the electric chair for … Continue reading Machinal—through the eyes on the stage

An interview with big speaker, Actor Jeffrey Tambor

On April 26, Actor Jeffrey Tambor spoke in Christ Chapel about “What’s keeping you from performing your life.” Beforehand, Gustavian Weekly staff got an exclusive interview with him. Q: Why did you decide to become an actor? A: “I lived across the street from a theatre at San Francisco State University. I watched actors perform, and they did this remarkable thing where they would stop … Continue reading An interview with big speaker, Actor Jeffrey Tambor

Metal casting in the modern world

Greg Mueller has spent this semester teaching ten Gustavus women about the art of cast metal sculpture. The process of cast metal sculpture began 5000 years ago, incorporating the elements of earth, air, fire, and water. This is also the art form that Paul Granlund, long time Sculptor-in-Residence at Gustavus, used to create the Granlund Sculptures located around campus. The process of casting metal creates … Continue reading Metal casting in the modern world

Books in Bloom merges design with library resources

This year, the Folke-Bernadotte Memorial Library will be hosting its third annual Books in Bloom Event. This event, put on by the Gustavus Library Associates (GLA) is a fundraiser for the library, with all money raised going to increase the library’s endowment. Funds are raised by individual sponsors who donate five-hundred dollars to sponsor a “bloom,” or a floral arrangement based on a book that … Continue reading Books in Bloom merges design with library resources

James Blake brings beats and soul to second album

James Blake returns with his soulful release Overgrown following his dub-heavy EP “Love What Happened Here” released last winter and his self-titled debut full length in 2010. The blend and variety on Overgrown is stronger than his debut, creating a more definitive sound rather than an alternating mixtape of ballads and club music. While still carrying the dub-step label, Blake could not be further from … Continue reading James Blake brings beats and soul to second album

Gangster Squad falls short of expectations

It’s another tale of bad guy gangster meets questionably motived cop in 2013’s Gangster Squad. With big name actors at its side, this film tries so hard to be something great, but falls short and provides an average amount of excitement. Sgt. John O’Mara (Josh Brolin, No Country For Old Men) is ordered to work undercover to take down Mickey Cohen (Sean Penn, Milk), the … Continue reading Gangster Squad falls short of expectations

Under the Surface digs into the human experience

After deciding on the title of her honors project, senior Jane Chung dove into a space others are not as comfortable dipping into. Under the Surface, inspired by the art form Butoh, a new modern Japanese physical theatre movement, reaches into a dark and unexplored place most people have beneath the image they portray to the rest of the world. “While I was choosing performers, … Continue reading Under the Surface digs into the human experience

Tarantino’s new film to put all other westerns back on the shelf

If you’re familiar with Quentin Tarantino’s work, then I’d be surprised if you haven’t already seen Django Unchained. If you are not familiar with him or his other films, I would advise you to get familiar with all of them immediately. His best works are: Pulp Fiction, Kill Bill: Volume I, Inglorious Basterds, and Reservoir Dogs. There. Disregard all homework and watch these films. Django … Continue reading Tarantino’s new film to put all other westerns back on the shelf

Earth Jam Revolution revs up for spring celebration

KGSM and the musical bar are hosting a revolution. It consists of nine hours of live musical entertainment, a concession stand, jugglers and a market place with painters, henna tattoo artist, jewelry vendors and a glass blowing demonstration. The Earth Jam Revolution with take place on April 27 beginning at noon in the Johns Family Courtyard or, in the case of bad weather, Lund Area. … Continue reading Earth Jam Revolution revs up for spring celebration