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Love Hard. (L to R) Darren Barnet as Tag and Jimmy O. Yang as Josh Lin in Love Hard. Photo Credit: Bettina Strauss/Netflix © 2021

Review: ‘Love Hard’ shows the problem with ‘colorblind’ rom-coms

Juliana George, news correspondent December 8, 2021

It’s December, which means that the weather is getting worse, grocery stores are playing Michael Bublé on a never-ending loop and a fresh onslaught of formulaic Christmas-themed romantic comedies is incoming. Netflix’s latest edition to the vault, “Love Hard,” tells...

Jeremy T. Thomas and Keri Russell in the film ANTLERS. Photo by Kimberley French. © 2021 20th Century Studios All Rights Reserved

Review: ‘Antlers’ is a creature flick bogged down by drama

Erin Fine, news correspondent November 10, 2021

“Antlers” is director Scott Cooper’s first foray into horror — backed by monster mastermind Guillermo del Toro — combining the real-world horror of the opioid epidemic and familial abuse with a flesh-eating creature feature.  Both Cooper and del Toro’s influences...

Jodie Comer as Marguerite de Carrouges in 20th Century Studios’ THE LAST DUEL. Photo credit: Patrick Redmond. © 2021 20th Century Studios. All Rights Reserved. via Getty Images.

Review: ‘The Last Duel’ is a war epic for the modern day

Rachel Solomon, news correspondent November 7, 2021

Ridley Scott’s newest film “The Last Duel” is a medieval epic tackling issues that remain extremely important today. The film is an adaptation of the novel of the same name by Eric Jager. A true story, it takes place during the Hundred Years’ War in medieval France, focusing...

"Practical Magic" portrays universal truths about love and relationships.

Horror Rewind: ‘Practical Magic’ is a witch chick flick that will never go out of style

Emma Magioncalda, news correspondent October 26, 2021

“Practical Magic” reminds us of the ancient and powerful magic of sisterhood, healing, love and ‘90s pop anthems. There’s nothing like a witchy cult classic to get a viewer into the fall spirit.  The film, which was released in 1998 and adapted from the 1995 novel...

The most captivating thing about “Midsommar” —  the thing that has kept audiences watching it again and again — is that viewers are faced with cult indoctrination alongside Dani.

Horror Rewind: Two years later, ‘Midsommar’ still preys on empathy

Lily Elwood, deputy lifestyle editor October 26, 2021

Two long years have passed since the iconic release of A24’s “Midsommar” in 2019, but the film still remains equally as unsettling and chilling as ever. Ari Aster, the film’s director, managed to create a haunting depiction of cult indoctrination, grief and the cycle...

Lucy Dacus onstage at House of Blues Boston.

Review: Lucy Dacus plays House of Blues Boston

Juliana George, news correspondent October 25, 2021

“Who does Lucy Dacus make music for?” my roommate asked me when I invited her to attend the Lucy Dacus concert with me.  “Young queer people who grew up in the church,” I responded, basing my generalization on the themes of religion and sexual repression that prevail...

“New Light” combines contemporary art with works previously acquired by the MFA.

Review: MFA ‘New Light’ displays old and new

Karen Kurson, news correspondent October 11, 2021

On the first floor of the Museum of Fine Arts, or MFA, lies the dynamic “New Light: Encounters and Connections” exhibit. Unlike other exhibits, “New Light” combines contemporary art with works previously acquired by the MFA, some of which have never before been on display....

"Bo Burnham - The Highline Ballroom nyc" by Ellie Tre is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0

Review: ‘Bo Burnham: Inside’ flourishes under pandemic pressure

Clara McCourt, lifestyle editor June 8, 2021

Bo Burnham’s newest comedy special “Inside” is not truly a comedy special. On the surface, it tackles and satirizes the anxieties of the coronavirus era. But at its core, “Inside” brings to light the ugly truths of mental health and internet culture in order to question...

"Lana Del Rey performing at Irving Plaza" is licensed under CC BY 2.0

Review: Chemtrails Over the Country Club is elegant, but nothing new

Lily Elwood, deputy lifestyle editor April 15, 2021

Most artists in the music industry seem to try to reinvent themselves with each new album, working on constantly evolving and changing their style while improving their craft. Lana Del Rey, however, has proved that this is not always the case. Del Rey’s seventh studio album,...

When Viola Eade (Daisy Ridley, not pictured) lands on a planet where all the men's thoughts are on display - a force called "the Noise" - Todd Hewitt (Tom Holland, right) vows to protect her in CHAOS WALKING.

Review: ‘Chaos Walking’ is a boring crawl that muddies its source material

Natalie Duerr, news staff April 13, 2021

Audiences have finally gotten to watch the long-awaited “Chaos Walking” film, and it was not worth the wait. Initially slated to be released in March 2019, “Chaos Walking” was plagued by reshoots and negative test screenings that stalled its release for two years. The...

Review: Furen Dai shines in ‘Dream Boston’ art exhibit

Review: Furen Dai shines in ‘Dream Boston’ art exhibit

Katie Mogg, news staff April 3, 2021

The “Dream Boston” art exhibit, currently open to Northeastern students, faculty and staff at Gallery 360, showcases art at the intersection of the COVID-19 pandemic, systemic racial issues and Bostonian culture. While every contributing artist offers a unique message...

"Red rose" by alfaneque is licensed under CC BY 2.0

Review: ‘The Bachelor’ finale tackles racism, accountability

Alyssa Endres, news correspondent March 27, 2021

Intense controversy has recently arisen within “The Bachelor” franchise as one of the contestant’s past actions has come to light. The Season 25 finale of “The Bachelor” aired Monday, March 15 and addressed some of viewers’ burning questions.  Matt James, 29,...