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Things get real bloody in “Love Lies Bleeding”

Rose Glass makes her triumphant return with a pulpy, sweaty and bloody good time
Om Dighe, Arts & Entertainment Columnist March 29, 2024

“Love Lies Bleeding” is a romantic thriller from Rose Glass (“Saint Maud”), and it follows gym manager Lou as she falls for bodybuilder Jackie. However, their love story turns murky when they get...

‘Aftershock’: The Epidemic of Black Maternal Mortality

‘Aftershock’: The Epidemic of Black Maternal Mortality

Students respond to Partners in Health Engage’s screening of ‘Aftershock’
Lara Lashus, Arts & Entertainment Columnist March 21, 2024

“Aftershock,” a documentary film that highlights individuals in the fight against the Black maternal health crisis in the United States, was shown in a screening presented by Trinity clubs Partners...

The rise of multi-part films

The rise of multi-part films

Standalone films are starting to become an endangered species
Om Dighe, Arts & Entertainment Columnist March 21, 2024

On Feb. 26, Warner Bros. Pictures released the official trailer for Kevin Costner’s epic Western “Horizon: An American Saga,” set to be released in theaters later this year. However, the film is...

(Left to right) Freshman Arwen Loxsom playing Wren, freshman Arlo Castilan playing Vern, sophomore Em Miller playing Ginny, and freshman Besty Hammer playing Lulie. Wren talks to the other women about being a lesbian.

TUPS produces ‘5 Lesbians Eating a Quiche’ early this April

This campy, queer comedy explores gay relationships with an irreverent twist
Lottie Correia, Arts Reporter March 21, 2024

The Trinity University Players (TUPS) is putting on a production of “5 Lesbians Eating a Quiche,” written by Evan Linder and Andrew Hobgood. This continues TUPS’ tradition of members directing a...

‘Dune: Part Two’ is a breathtaking conclusion to a sci-fi epic

‘Dune: Part Two’ is a breathtaking conclusion to a sci-fi epic

The second half of ‘Dune’ is better than its predecessor in practically every way
Om Dighe, Arts & Entertainment Columnist March 7, 2024

“Dune: Part Two” is the latest film from acclaimed filmmaker Denis Villeneuve, and it serves as the second part of his two-part adaptation of Frank Herbert’s iconic sci-fi epic “Dune.” The story...

Diving into 'Hydranism' by Oracle Sisters

Diving into ‘Hydranism’ by Oracle Sisters

Why you should give their hypnotic debut studio album a listen (or two)
Jacob Palmer, Opinion Columnist March 7, 2024

About a year ago, I stumbled across “High Moon,” a slightly eerie and whimsical song by the band Oracle Sisters. As I tend to do, I find one song I like from an artist and never end up listening to...

Welcome to the new zine scene on campus

Welcome to the new zine scene on campus

The Trinity Art Collective makes a mark on campus’ creative community
Lara Lashus, Arts & Entertainment Columnist February 29, 2024

The Trinity Art Collective, Trinity's foremost all-things-art club, held their inaugural zine-making event at their Feb. 9 meeting in the Jim and Janet Dicke Art Building. “Scattered Zine” is the title...

‘Avatar’ remake misses certain key elements

‘Avatar’ remake misses certain key elements

In an attempt to be more ‘mature,’ the series loses some of the original’s depth
Sarah Fisher, Editor-in-Chief February 29, 2024

The new live-action “Avatar: The Last Airbender” (“A:TLA”) opens at the beginning of the war that looms over the whole series. The audience is immediately greeted with an action-packed chase sequence...

‘Madame Web’ is impressively terrible

‘Madame Web’ is impressively terrible

Sony’s Spider-Man Universe releases another hilariously awful movie
Om Dighe, Arts & Entertainment Columnist February 29, 2024

“Madame Web” is a superhero film from director and co-writer S.J. Clarkson (“Marvel’s Jessica Jones”), and it follows paramedic Cassie Webb who, after gaining the power of clairvoyance, must...

Amazon's “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” is a great espionage rom-com

Amazon’s “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” is a great espionage rom-com

Donald Glover and Maya Erskine lead this Trojan horse of a show that disguises its relationship dramedy as a spy story
Om Dighe, Arts & Entertainment Columnist February 22, 2024

“Mr. & Mrs. Smith” is a Prime Video spy comedy-drama from creators Donald Glover (“Atlanta”) and Francesca Sloane. Loosely based on the 2005 film of the same name, the show follows the titular...

Trinity’s English faculty recommend their favorite novels

Trinity’s English faculty recommend their favorite novels

Three professors share their passion and admiration for literature
Lottie Correia, Arts Reporter February 22, 2024

Trinity University’s English professors have encountered a wide range of literature in their studies and in their work. Here, three share their book recommendations that reflect their passion for their...

Swifties comment on the star’s environmental impact

Swifties comment on the star’s environmental impact

Fans walk a thoughtful line between support and criticism
Lara Lashus, Arts & Entertainment Columnist February 22, 2024

Scrutiny over pop star Taylor Swift’s private jet use and associated carbon emissions has been increasing this past year alongside her fame, attracting attention to her global image and impact. Her celebrity...