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“Here” uses artificial intelligence aging and de-aging to cover this long-term relationship between Hanks and Wright (Photo courtesy of IMDb).

‘Here’: An ambitious and emotional one-shot angle film

By Andre Paras | Nov. 13, 2024

Film director Robert Zemeckis has reunited with the stars and crew of “Forrest Gump” for his latest movie, “Here,” released on Oct. 31. This is Zemeckis’ fifth film collaboration with actor Tom Hanks. The movie’s gimmick is that it’s all filmed at one spot, with the same angle for the film’s entire duration. The camera only moves once, and as a result, it feels like a play directly adapted to a movie.

Adam Brody and Kristen Bell spark chemistry in ‘Nobody Wants This’

By Olivia Harrison | Nov. 9, 2024

The series follows Joanne and Noah through their daily lives, exploring their chemistry and their interfaith struggles. Through comedic banter, viewers are able to see the true connection between Joanne and Noah. The humorous situations and dialogue allow the characters to interact with each other spontaneously, showing the audience a sense of authenticity.

“What A Relief,” Gavin’s first solo project, was released on Oct. 25 (Photo courtesy of Apple Music).

Katie Gavin is melancholic and reflective: ‘What A Relief’ review

By Ashley Ragone | Nov. 9, 2024

The album captures a pivotal chapter in Gavin’s life, marked by what she calls a desire for connection and facing “all the obstacles that stood in my way…patterns of isolation or even boredom with the real work of love,” according to her interview with Line of Best Fit magazine. The songs rely heavily on acoustic guitar and light drums for a stripped-down feeling.

Olivia Rodrigo’s “GUTS” world tour hit Netflix on Oct. 29 (Photo courtesy of IMDb).

Spill your ‘GUTS’ from your living room: Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘GUTS World Tour’ movie

By Mia Shea | Nov. 9, 2024

With the Netflix release of Olivia Rodrigo’s “GUTS World Tour,” which featured hits such as “vampire,” “bad idea right?” and “get him back!” on Oct. 29, fans now have the opportunity to watch the concert from the comfort of their own homes. The film is a recording of a show performed at the Inuit Dome in Inglewood, California. This was the tour for Rodrigo’s 2023 album, “GUTS.”

On Nov. 1, Jeremy Zucker and Chelsea Cutler released “brent iii,” their debut album in continuation of the “brent” EPs (Photo courtesy of Apple Music).

A five-year trilogy is finally complete with the release of ‘brent iii’

By Mia Shea | Nov. 9, 2024

“Brent iii” is a continuation of the “brent” EPs released by Zucker and Cutler. This is their first album together, preceded by the EPs titled “brent” and “brent ii.” The release of “brent iii” now completes the trilogy. Throughout the album, there is an essence of intimacy, authenticity, love and friendship embedded in the record. The record takes you on a journey where you are forced to reminisce on each of these important moments.

The LP opens with the lead single “Alone,” giving listeners a grand, extended introduction to the album’s dreamy yet eerie and ghostly ambiance (Photo courtesy of Apple Music).

Growing older, losing loved ones and facing unfulfillment: The Cure’s new album ‘Songs of A Lost World’

By Andre Paras | Nov. 9, 2024

Five years in the making, the record was originally set to release in 2019 with the working title “Live From The Moon,” However, Smith kept returning to the LP with new changes, preventing it from seeing the light of day until now.

Adriana Lima is back on the Victoria’s Secret runway after retiring in 2018 (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons).

Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show returns after six years

By Abigail Holliday | Nov. 1, 2024

After six years, the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show is back and better than ever. Debuting in 1995, Victoria’s Secret transformed the idea of lingerie to the public, making it a fun, fashionable confidence boost, according to Fashionista. The intent was to prove that lingerie can also be high fashion and be a way to uplift women to feel powerful in their bodies.

After a vinyl announcement, release of tour dates and more snippet teasers, “CHROMAKOPIA” was released on Oct. 28 (Photo courtesy of Apple Music).

Tyler, The Creator navigates his past, present and future with remarkable new album ‘CHROMAKOPIA’

By Andre Paras | Nov. 1, 2024

In just 13 days, Tyler, The Creator has gone through the entire rollout process for his new 14 track, seventh studio LP “CHROMAKOPIA.” The album’s promotion online boasts “All songs [are] written, produced, and arranged by Tyler Okonma,” something his entire solo discography has in common.

Four Chinese poets performed their pieces (Photo by Sky Pinkett).

Four Chinese poets read their work during poetry reading event

By Sky Pinkett | Nov. 1, 2024

The College’s Asian American Pacific Islander Coalition and Department of English sponsored a poetry reading on Oct. 24, where four renowned Chinese poets were invited to read their works. The four poets featured in this event were Wang Jiaxin, Jinjin Xu, Li Jiaoyang and Wang Jian.

The 2024 BET Hip Hop Awards

By Sky Pinkett | Oct. 29, 2024

The 18th annual BET Hip Hop Awards took place on Oct. 15 in Las Vegas, hosted by New York rapper Fat Joe. Along with hosting duties, the rapper kicked off the night's musical performances with his single “Make It Rain” featuring Lil Wayne.

The Met Gala has a theme for its looks every year (Photo courtesy of Flickr / Mike Ownby, May 5, 2015).

Vogue announces 2025 Met Gala theme and co-chairs

By Brandy Hale | Oct. 29, 2024

The 2025 Met Gala is set to take place on May 5. Every year, the theme and co-chairs are announced by Vogue. On Oct. 9 Vogue announced the theme for this year via Instagram: “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.”

Sean “Diddy” Combs’ trial escalated with over 100 claims to be filed after his arrest in September (Photo courtesy of IMDb).

Staying updated on Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial

By Abigail Holliday | Oct. 29, 2024

There have been many developments regarding the case against rapper and producer Sean “Diddy” Combs, who now has over 100 additional claims to be filed against him after his recent arrest.

Anna Kendrick directs and stars in the Netflix film (Photo courtesy of IMDb).

Netflix portrays thrilling true story though film ‘Woman of the Hour’

By Brandy Hale | Oct. 29, 2024

Netflix released the film “Woman of the Hour” on Oct. 18, written by Ian MacAllister McDonald and directed by Anna Kendrick, who made her directorial debut with the film. Along with directing the movie, Kendrick also acted as a main character, alongside other actors like Daniel Zovatto, Autumn Best and Pete Holmes. The film first premiered in 2023 at the Toronto International Film Festival.

Halsey showcases her many musical influences on the record, inspiring its title (Photo courtesy of Apple Music).

Halsey navigates motherhood and chronic illness on ‘The Great Impersonator’

By Lake DiStefano | Oct. 29, 2024

Halsey has always been a confusing artist to me. With her 2015 debut “Badlands,” she captured my attention by creating pop music with overt themes of mental health. However, as her career progressed, she seemed to accidentally fall into making unaffecting pop hits like “Closer” and “Without Me.”

“The Apprentice” covers Donald Trump’s life as a real estate tycoon in the 70s and 80s willing to do whatever it takes to succeed. (Photo courtesy of IMDb).

‘The Apprentice’ gives perspective on the early life of Donald Trump

By Chiara Piacentini | Oct. 29, 2024

In an eye-opening story of former President Donald Trump, director Ali Abbasi takes us back to the 1970s in his biographical drama, “The Apprentice.” The movie begins with a clip of Richard Nixon’s Watergate speech, ending with his infamous line: “I am not a crook.” This sets the tone for the film, and from there, it follows a young Trump trying to make his way in the world of New York City as a real estate tycoon, but not without the help of a mysterious yet ruthless lawyer, Roy Cohn.

The play follows the lives of different New York City taxi drivers in the 1930s arguing whether or not to unionize and go on strike for better wages (Photo courtesy of Shakespeare 70).

Shakespeare 70 brings ‘Waiting for Lefty’ production to TCNJ in a time more relevant than ever

By Andre Paras | Oct. 27, 2024

Shakespeare 70, a local theater company that’s brought adaptations of past and present straight theater without the use of music, was back again at Kendall Hall’s Don Evans Black Box Theater with their most recent production, “Waiting for Lefty.” The play opened on Wednesday, Oct. 16, and closed with a matinee on Sunday, Oct. 20.

On Sept. 16, Adam Lambert and Auli’i Cravalho took over the roles of Emcee and Sally Bowles, respectively, in “Cabaret” at the Kit Kat Club (Photo courtesy of Apple Music).

Adam Lambert and Auli’i Cravalho shine in ‘Cabaret’ at the Kit Kat Club

By Ashley Ragone | Oct. 26, 2024

"Cabaret" is a revelatory experience that challenges the underground society of Berlin within the approaching Nazi regime. The celebration of queerness and gender expression within such a dark period of history is a bold choice, but it truly invites the audience into a once-in-a-lifetime party.

Former One Direction star Liam Payne died at 31 in Argentina after falling from his third floor room of the Casa Sur hotel (Photo courtesy of IMDb).

Hit-maker and former One Direction star Liam Payne dead at 31

By Mia Shea | Oct. 26, 2024

Singer and former One Direction star Liam Payne died on Oct. 16 at the age of 31 after falling from his third floor hotel room in Argentina. According to ABC News, Payne was staying at the Casa Sur hotel in Palermo, Buenos Aires, where he plummeted to his death.

The College’s Choir and Chorale came together to present an evening of music composed entirely by female artists (Photo by Andre Paras / Staff Photographer).

TCNJ Choirs honor female composers with ‘Beauty Through My Own Eyes’

By Ashley Ragone | Oct. 26, 2024

The College’s Choir and Chorale kicked off their 2024-2025 season in Mayo Concert Hall with “Beauty Through My Own Eyes” on October 18th. The performance celebrated music composed entirely by women, a theme that will be continued with new selections by female composers for future concerts.

Rachel Zegler plays Juliet Capulet in Broadway’s “Romeo + Juliet” (Photo courtesy of Sophie Holliday).

Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor bring a modern take on Shakespeare’s ‘Romeo and Juliet’ on Broadway

By Abigail Holliday | Oct. 24, 2024

"Romeo + Juliet" tells the story of two star-crossed lovers as they navigate a world of hate and restriction. It debuted on Broadway on Sept. 26 and will run for 20 weeks.

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Arts & Entertainment

‘Here’: An ambitious and emotional one-shot angle film

Adam Brody and Kristen Bell spark chemistry in ‘Nobody Wants This’

Katie Gavin is melancholic and reflective: ‘What A Relief’ review

Spill your ‘GUTS’ from your living room: Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘GUTS World Tour’ movie

A five-year trilogy is finally complete with the release of ‘brent iii’

Growing older, losing loved ones and facing unfulfillment: The Cure’s new album ‘Songs of A Lost World’

Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show returns after six years

Tyler, The Creator navigates his past, present and future with remarkable new album ‘CHROMAKOPIA’

Four Chinese poets read their work during poetry reading event

The 2024 BET Hip Hop Awards

Vogue announces 2025 Met Gala theme and co-chairs

Staying updated on Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial

Netflix portrays thrilling true story though film ‘Woman of the Hour’

Halsey navigates motherhood and chronic illness on ‘The Great Impersonator’

‘The Apprentice’ gives perspective on the early life of Donald Trump

Shakespeare 70 brings ‘Waiting for Lefty’ production to TCNJ in a time more relevant than ever

Adam Lambert and Auli’i Cravalho shine in ‘Cabaret’ at the Kit Kat Club

Hit-maker and former One Direction star Liam Payne dead at 31

TCNJ Choirs honor female composers with ‘Beauty Through My Own Eyes’

Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor bring a modern take on Shakespeare’s ‘Romeo and Juliet’ on Broadway

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