For Better or Worse, “Evil Dead Rise” Takes Itself Very Seriously

April 27, 2023, by Nate Wheeler, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor. Leave a Comment

The latest entry in the “Evil Dead” franchise is stirring the pot and bringing the heat with gallons of blood. “Evil Dead Rise” is getting praise from many sides, and it’s easy to see why. The movie offers a fantastic selection of creative gore, combinations of practical effects with CGI, and just the right amount […]

“Beef” on Netflix Is a Searing Slice of Asian American Anger

April 27, 2023, by Oscar Kim Bauman, Executive Editor. Leave a Comment

This article does not contain spoilers for the major developments of “Beef,” but does contain plot information some may consider spoilers. They were both having pretty bad days.  In the opening minutes of “Beef,” a gripping new series produced by A24 and released on Netflix on April 6, 2023, we witness how mundane irritations escalate […]

In “Baby J,” John Mulaney Blends Vulnerability With Precision

April 27, 2023, by Oscar Kim Bauman, Executive Editor. Leave a Comment

John Mulaney has worn a few different hats throughout his career. To most, he is the affable comedian known for his relatable, rapid-fire delivery in a series of celebrated stand-up specials. He’s also the energetic if mildly overwhelmed children’s show host on “John Mulaney and the Sack Lunch Bunch,” and the voice of animated characters, […]

Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night” at Sunset Illuminates Queer Themes and Timeless Characters

April 27, 2023, by Charlotte Seal, Staff Writer. Leave a Comment

In an outdoor adaption of “Twelfth Night, Or What You Will,” directed by Kieran Gettel-Gilmartin ’25, one of Shakespeare’s greatest plays comes to life in the courtyard of the Digital Design Studio. Produced by Spike Tape and performed at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 27, Friday, April 28, and Saturday, April 29, Gettel-Gilmartin’s production of “Twelfth […]

SOC Fashion Show Celebrates Students of Color and Their Creativity

April 24, 2023, by Lia Franklin, Features Editor. Leave a Comment

The Student of Color Fashion Show came back better than ever in Olin Memorial Library on Saturday, April 22. Every moment was powerful, celebratory, and filled with talent, featuring looks from 10 different designers and an intermission performance by Nolan Lewis ’25. Hoards of students gathered to cheer on those strutting down the runway, and the […]

Finite Fashion Showcases A Community of Creatives With Undeniable Style

April 24, 2023, by Kat Struhar, Arts & Culture Editor. Leave a Comment

On Saturday, April 15 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., an eclectic mix of students and professional models took to the runway in Beckham Hall, showcasing the creations of seven different student designers as well as an exclusive line from Vogue-featured designer Quieesha Burns. Organized by Shasekh Augustin ’23, Finite Fashion highlighted the immense creativity and […]

Wesleyan’s First Ever Mandarin Production: In Our Lonely, Apocalyptic Times, We All Need “A Fable for Now”

April 20, 2023, by Sida Chu, Assistant News Editor. Leave a Comment

A polar bear pets a lab-grown chicken. Two soldiers fall in love and find out they are twin brothers. The Global Peace Conference is run by crying babies. The last man on earth hears a robotic voice asking him to repent. No, you’re not tripping: the apocalypse is coming. Or so it goes in “現世寓言” […]

Succession and Strong Complex Female Characters: Giving the Pregnancy Plot a Chance

April 20, 2023, by Casey Epstein-Gross, Staff Writer. Leave a Comment

Warning: The following article contains spoilers for “Succession.” As of this past Sunday’s episode of “Succession,” Shiv Roy (Sarah Snook), the only daughter of business magnate Logan Roy (Brian Cox), is pregnant. Shiv Roy, who has tried her entire life to escape the societal limitations of her gender by aggressively yet shakily overcompensating with conventionally […]

Entering the Unconscious: Weekly Astrology 4/21–4/27

April 20, 2023, by Nicholas Summerson, Staff Writer. Leave a Comment

Welcome to The Wesleyan Argus’ weekly astrology column: Entering the Unconscious. Each Friday, pick up a copy of the paper to get acquainted with the vibes for the week ahead. General: Happy Taurus season! As this week begins, the collective will still be feeling the leftover energy from the new moon eclipse in Aries that […]

Week Three of Senior Theses at Zilkha Gallery Offers Magnificent Photography and a Few Drawings

April 17, 2023, by Nate Wheeler, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor. Leave a Comment

This past week’s senior theses displayed at the Zilkha Gallery mostly offered some fascinating photography, although some installations showcased other forms as well. Sarah Emily Haas Albert ’23 and Claire Femano ’23 displayed gorgeous black and white photography exhibitions titled “Joint Axis” and “Fog Area,” respectively. Albert’s “Joint Axis” displayed multiple photos featuring individuals in […]

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