(Photo Courtesy of Netflix) Bridgerton is now Netflix’s most-watched series. Kaliisha Cole Connector Editor Trigger Warnings: Rape, suggested rape, sexual assault, sexual abuse Within the past month, “Bridgerton” has topped the charts as one of Netflix’s most watched shows. The show is an adaptation of the adult romance book series by Julia Quinn and follows…
“A King Alone” by Jean Giono: A mystery in the Alps leaves readers just as confused
A King Alone was published in 1947 (Photo Courtesy of Penguin Random House) Michael Parke Connector Contributor “A King Alone”, written by French author Jean Giono (1895-1970) in 1947, transports us to a remote French village in the Alps where chilling events happen in a sea of snow and fog. The story revolves around mysterious…
“Evermore”: The second latest album by Taylor Swift that features a similar aesthetic to Folklore
‘Evermore’ is partly inspired by Emily Dickinson (Photo Courtesy of Republic Records) Michaela Wakefield Connector Contributor Taylor Swift’s new album, “Evermore”, was released in December of 2020, during the current pandemic. Swift’s new album features 15 songs, all of which tell a unique story that shares Swift’s experiences with various relationships throughout her life. The…
‘The Little Things’: The film where there were more than just a few little things wrong
The film received a score of 46% on Rotten Tomatoes (Photo Courtesy of Warner Brothers Entertainment) Amir Kazemi Connector Contributor John Lee Hancock, known for his work on films like “The Founder” and “The Blind Side,” wrote and directed “The Little Things.” Released on Jan. 29 on HBO Max and in select theaters, the film…
‘Wolfwalkers’: The best animated film of 2020 that you haven’t watched
‘Wolfwalkers’ turns Irish History and Folklore into a modern-day masterpiece (Photo Courtesy of Apple TV+) Amir Kazemi Connector Contributor From Irish production company, Cartoon Saloon, known for Oscar-nominated films such as “The Secret of Kells,” “Song of the Sea,” and “The Breadwinner,” comes “Wolfwalker.” Cartoon Saloon is known for hand-drawn animation, which has become quite…
‘Weird!’: The latest album by UK’s indie rock star, Yungblud, that embraces love and identity
(Photo Courtesy of Kerrang) Kaliisha Cole Connector Editor After a pushback from the previously announced release date of November 13, “Weird!” by Yungblud has been released after years in the making. Released on December 4, this album will interest those who are searching for an album with beautiful lyricism and songs that will touch souls.…
‘It is What it Is’ Album by Thundercat: The album that pays tribute to a rapping legend and reflects on life itself
(Photo Courtesy of Pitchfork) Tim Delay Connector Contributor Thundercat, also known as Stephen Bruner, released his album “It Is What It Is” on April 3 earlier this year. This album comes over a year after fellow artist and friend, Mac Miller, passed away in 2018. The two were very close friends and collaborated often. Many…
Miles Davis’ Album “In a Silent Way”: A Review in Rhythm
(Photo Courtesy of Rolling Stone) Luke Lagos Connector Contributor Whether listening to music on Spotify or on a record player, there will inevitably be music that stands out amongst others. An album that hits home is Miles Davis’, “In a Silent Way”. It is a good feeling when you can listen to something 50 years…
