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Two roman Gladiators played by Paul Mescal (left) and Pedro Pascal (right) square off in a fight in the Colosseum

‘Gladiator II’ is an entertaining watch despite an emotional letdown from the original

By Gabriella Wrighten | December 5

Within minutes, the plot of ‘Gladiator II” is clear to those who remember the film’s prequel, or are familiar with the action genre.

Seven club members pose side by side carrying their instruments.

Healing Through Harmony gives back to community through melodies

By Isabel Hahn | December 2

For the members of the club Healing Through Harmony, music is not only a pastime, but a way to give back to their community. The group aims to promote healing and positivity in Providence community spaces by sharing and performing music.

OJA! shares African culture on campus through modern dance

By Manav Musunuru | November 25

On Nov. 16, Brown’s modern African dance group, OJA!, placed second at the Battle of African Student Organizations at Northeastern University.

‘Small Things Like These’ is an emotional call to action

By Alyssia Ouhocine | November 20

For moviegoers looking for both tension and inspiration, “Small Things Like These” is a perfect choice. Starring Cillian Murphy, the historical drama explores the age-old question of moral responsibility through the lens of the controversial Magdalene Laundries of Ireland.

Elphaba Thropp (Cynthia Erivo) and her roommate Galinda Upland (Ariana Grande-Butera) look into the mirror.

‘Wicked’ is sure to be popular with audiences and at box office

By Manav Musunuru | November 19

When “Wicked” — the musical adaptation of Gregory Maguire’s 1995 novel “Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West” — premiered on Broadway at the Gershwin Theater in 2003, it was met with mixed reactions. Critics lauded the show’s production and the performances of Idina ...

Tyler, The Creator, dresses up as his altered ego persona, St. Chroma, for the album “Chromakopia.”

Tyler, the Creator takes his mask off on ‘CHROMAKOPIA’

By Campbell Loi | November 19

Tyler, The Creator has long been known for his creative use of alter egos throughout his discography. In addition to carefully crafting aesthetics for each altar ego during his album rollouts, Tyler also alternates his tone of voice between characters during his songs to express his own thoughts and ...

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Brown alum John Krasinski ’01 named People’s 2024 ‘Sexiest Man Alive’

By Talia LeVine and Megan Chan | November 13

Does Brown have the hottest alums?

A photo of a man (Andrew Garfield) holding a child followed by a woman (Florence Pugh).

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‘We Live in Time’ portrays simplistic yet bittersweet love story with star actors

By Ayana Ahuja | November 11

It has long been a tradition of American cinema to cast the hot stars of the time to play out timeless and familiar romantic tropes, and “We Live in Time” is no different. At its core, the film, released Oct. 11, is a classic doomed romance featuring two of Hollywood’s brightest actors, Florence ...

JoJo Siwa stands on the Salomon DECI stage at Brown University in a black jacket with rainbow stars.

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JoJo Siwa announces new song, discusses rebranding to queer pop at lecture event

By Isabel Hahn and Tom Li | November 11

On Monday, Brown Lecture Board welcomed JoJo Siwa for a talk at Salomon DECI.

A smiling Elle Woods points at a ring on the finger of her also smiling fiancé, who is wearing a blue striped suit, with a red tie and glasses. 6 other actors surround the pair in a semicircle.

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‘What, like it’s hard?’: Musical Forum presents ‘Legally Blonde’

By Campbell Loi | November 10

The production retells a story beloved by the theater community, featuring catchy songs.

Jesse Eisenberg, left, and Kieran Culkin sitting on a couch

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‘A Real Pain’ puts a lighthearted twist on touching family story

By Manav Musunuru | November 7

Jesse Eisenberg returns to filmmaking with his recent dramedy film “A Real Pain,” which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January. The deeply moving story explores the importance of family with a lighthearted twist.

Director Ramell Ross, actress Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor ’92, and Director of the Center for the Study of Race and Ethnicity in America Prudence Carter discuss the film "Nickel Boys" at a Q&A panel in the Granoff Martinos Auditorium.

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Director RaMell Ross discusses portrayal of Black experiences in upcoming film ‘Nickel Boys’

By Gabriella Wrighten | November 7

Director RaMell Ross and actress Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor ’92 discussed their upcoming film, “Nickel Boys,” in a Monday Q&A discussion moderated by Prudence Carter ’91, the director of the Center for the Study of Race and Ethnicity in America.

Zane Ellison'28, who plays Rosencrantz, stands on left, and Harry Tarses '27, who plays as Guildenstern, stands on right. The two are holding hands.

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Sold out Student production of ‘Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead’ opens over weekend

By Rose Farman-Farma | November 5

“Audiences know what to expect, and that is all they are prepared to believe in” is a central proposition of “Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead,” but I certainly didn’t know what to expect when I arrived at the theater this past weekend. All brushed up on my Shakespeare quotes, I took ...

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The Blind Urban Subject stands at attention on Thayer Street

By Alyssia Ouhocine | November 3

The art installation encourages passersby to see the world through the perspective of people with four visual conditions.

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Marvel mini-series ‘Agatha All Along’ skillfully expands upon popular character lore

By Manav Musunuru | October 31

Stories focused on the experience of villains, rather than heroes, have become increasingly prevalent in Hollywood. The recently completed TV mini-series “Agatha All Along” is no exception to this trend.

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Five essential horror films to satiate your spooky craving this Halloween

By Gabriella Wrighten | October 30

Though the holiday is best known for the phrase “trick or treat,” it seems that Halloween is far more populated with treats than it is with tricks. October brings with it a slew of fun costumes, guilt-free candy binges, above average parties and most importantly, scary movies.

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Cogut Institute presents Iranian film ‘The Cow’ as part of Film-Thinking series

By Ayana Ahuja | October 30

The University’s Cogut Institute for the Humanities screened the late Dariush Mehrjui’s critically acclaimed 1969 film “The Cow” on Monday.

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Brown senior constructs decorative sukkah during Jewish holiday season

By Ann Gray Golpira | October 29

After curating art shows at Brown RISD Hillel in his sophomore year, Jake Sheykhet ’25 took his artistic ability to Wriston Quad with a sukkah installation for the Sukkot holiday.

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Deluxe, remix: Charli xcx paints pop ‘BRAT’ green in new album releases

By Campbell Loi | October 28

Charli xcx’s “BRAT,” the singer’s sixth studio album, is somewhat of a manifesto. The album launched a new mainstream aesthetic, describing a modern party girl — messy, but vulnerable, lovable, but confident.

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Graduate, faculty composers present at 21st Century Orchestra festival

By Manav Musunuru | October 27

Over the weekend, the Brown Arts Institute hosted “The 21st Century Orchestra,” a three-day contemporary music festival highlighting innovative orchestral music.