A$AP Ferg makes his Brandeis debut
For the first time in my four years at Brandeis, Springfest actually felt like spring!
Anna Stern
Articles
Political awareness characterizes Oscars
During a year of distress in both the political and entertainment worlds, the Oscars were a reminder of the power and hope of Hollywood.
Oprah strikes gold at the Golden Globes
Because of this underlying social current, there was a different vibe to the awards show than in others before it. Meyers opened up the Golden Globes with his signature jabs at our President and, of course, Weinstein.
Sequels and remakes dominate 2017 cinema
The saying “history repeats itself” has never been more prevalent than in the year 2017. I am not talking about how our current government slightly resembles 1939 (except we have the blessing of checks and balances — thanks, Founding Fathers). This year has been filled with the revival of television shows, sequels, remakes of movies and the comeback of various popular artists.
Recognize pattern of male ignorance toward sexual assault
Harvey Weinstein, a name once solely representative of Hollywood’s elite, is now marred with the taste of disdain and contempt. As the discouraging trend of powerful Hollywood men such as Bill Cosby and Bill O'Reilly being accused of sexual assault continues, Harvey Weinstein only adds his name to the growing list. The accounts of Weinstein’s alleged sexual harassment and assault distinguish themselves, as he is one of the biggest producers in Hollywood. Weinstein has launched the careers of some of the biggest actors of the 21st century through his acclaimed films such as “Shakespeare in Love” and “Chicago.” The ways in which he allegedly manipulated women, which many more are beginning to speak about, often put their careers in jeopardy.
Talk show hosts turn political critiquing Trump
Summer is traditionally a calm time for the media. Very few things go on in the White House, late night talk shows are not a big deal and the headlines tend to focus on minor issues.
Springfest keeps up with expectations
On an average day, Chapel’s Field looks bare. On a sunny day it’s filled with people tanning and throwing frisbees.
Remembering a duo, Carrie and Debbie
The year 2016 was anything but uneventful. From one of the most dramatic elections in modern American history to the most celebrity deaths since 2009 (Michael Jackson, Farrah Fawcett and the guy who made those infomercials for Oxi-Clean, Billy Mays), 2016 ended on a depressing note.
‘Julie’s Greenroom’ exemplifies the importance of the arts
This week, Netflix premiered a new children’s show titled “Julie’s Greenroom.” The show revolves around Julie Andrews and a cast of puppet children learning about the different elements that go into putting on a musical.
Oscars Recap and Review: Features and Fumbles
The opening vamp of Justin Timberlake’s song of the summer “Can’t Stop the Feeling” started to play.
‘Brandeis is at the edge of a cliff’: Interim President addresses faculty
Former student returns as President
Parents of Brandeis student file wrongful death lawsuit with claims of negligence from campus police
17th century portraiture in the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
Study-in for Palestine hosted by Brandeis Jewish Bund reported to police