ARTS ISSUE: Creators make ‘Sleepy Hollow’ laughable, annoying Clio McConnell • December 5, 2013 The absurd number of ideas that are thrown together in "Sleepy Hollow" combine for a show that exasperates rather than entertains.
ARTS ISSUE: ‘This is the End’ takes outrageous comedy to profound levels December 5, 2013 From arguments about masturbation to a severed head kicked around like a soccer ball, “This Is the End” certainly has high shock value.
ARTS ISSUE: Stans take dedication to extreme heights online, in real life December 5, 2013 Stans, the moniker for stalkers and fans, are beginning to attract negative attention for their vehement adoration of musicians.
ARTS ISSUE: ‘Glee’s’ excess falls flat with age December 5, 2013 While "Glee's" extravagance worked in its earlier years, it now feels out of place in light of recent events.
ARTS ISSUE: ‘Rush’ brings profundity with impressive visuals December 5, 2013 Although most films are described as extravagant when they include bright, eye-popping visuals, Ron Howard’s “Rush” presents a different kind of excess.
ARTS ISSUE: Musicians adorn themselves with art history Alex Greenberger, Film Editor • December 5, 2013 Art history has become a prominent feature of musicians' images.
ARTS ISSUE: ‘Sleepy Hollow’ embraces absurdity, entertains all December 5, 2013 "Sleepy Hollow" embraces its outlandish plot, making it one of the most entertaining shows on TV.
ARTS ISSUE: ‘Gravity’ puts weight on visual effects December 5, 2013 The visual spectacle of Alfonso Cuarón's latest film elevates the movie above similar blockbusters.
ARTS ISSUE: Arcade Fire livens up music scene with antics December 5, 2013 Since their humble beginnings, Arcade Fire has stood out in the music world for their elaborate sound and equally elaborate stage presence.
ARTS ISSUE: Lady Gaga loses sight of secrets to success December 5, 2013 When she debuted, Lady Gaga proclaimed she was in it for the fame, but it seems her popularity is declining.
ARTS ISSUE: Lily Allen brings feminism to forefront of pop music December 5, 2013 In the 1990s, teenage girls were owning their feminism. Riot grrrl subculture fascinated America.
ARTS ISSUE: ‘Phantom,’ ‘Rent’ show stark contrasts December 5, 2013 "Phantom of the Opera" represents the gaudy, lavish qualities of a Broadway play while "Rent" symbolizes the edgy, minimalist production style.
