Madame Web not worth the money

I sat down and watched Sony’s latest car crash of a film, Madame Web. A story about a New York City paramedic who, after seeing visions of the future assembles a team of super-powered Spider-Women to stop a deadly madman…or at least, that’s what the trailer for this film would make you believe. This movie is a story about a woman and three teenage girls who run around NYC for two hours and try not to die, and believe me, it is not entertaining. The film also delivers on virtually none of its promises with little to no action, little…

Banned book review: Song of Solomon

In the month of February the Banned Books display celebrated Black History Month with banned novels by Black authors. The well known titles such as The Color Purple and I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings are included. And there are other books which may not be as well known, but have been just as impactful, and ignited just as much dispute. What is it about an idea that causes intellectual discomfort? I was intrigued to view these contended books through the convoluted lens of today’s society.  Song of Solomon (1977) by Toni Morrison Song of Solomon is set in…

Return of the rom-zom-com

Valentine’s Day and romantic comedies, much like a couple in love, go hand in hand. This month’s new release, Lisa Frankenstein, takes the best things about the beloved genre and gives it a healthy dose of horror. The new film marks the feature length debut of director Zelda Williams, daughter of the late actor and comedian Robin Williams. Taking inspiration from classic horror films as well as the candy-colored comedy staples of the 1980’s, the film tells the story of a teenage girl and her newly resurrected zombie boyfriend.  In honor of this new release, I decided to reach out…

Studio B under new ownership

The date is Jan. 20, and I have no clue where I am. Sure the address, 1609 Agnes, is clear in my mind, but that doesn’t mean I know where my destination is. I’m looking for the newly christened Studio B, which many of you may remember as The NASA. The famed local venue recently changed owners. Jan. 20 marked the venue’s first show after ownership changed, and after stumbling my way around the building, I finally made my way inside to catch the show right before it started. CLEARVIEW The first band of the night was Clearview, which described…

Staff picks: Rom-Coms

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, there is no better time than now to binge watch romantic comedies. There is just something about rom-coms that is comforting. Whether you are having a movie night with friends or need to unwind after a long day, you will be guaranteed some giggles and maybe even a good cry. Consider this a reminder to re-watch some of your favorites or take a recommendation from our staff picks below. LEILA | SPORTS EDITOR ‘27 DRESSES’ – “Always the bridesmaid, never the bride.” … 27 times. While it is hard to believe that anyone in…