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A small film crew stands in a cathedral with camera equipment, filming a woman in a long blue dress. A woman in a long blue dress. Behind the film crew, two people sit with cellos, and larger group of people are seated like an audience.

Review: ‘Maestro’ is a grand celebration of an American icon

Bradley Cooper’s sophomore directorial effort sees the star almost unrecognizable as Leonard Bernstein, exploring his tumultuous relationship.
Madeline Kane, Staff Writer December 4, 2023

Hollywood favorite Bradley Cooper stars as American conductor and composer Leonard Bernstein in his sophomore directorial effort, “Maestro.” With career-best performances from...

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Matthew Friend | Never Himself

Pamela Jew, Under the Arch Managing Editor March 13, 2019

Timothée Chalamet and Steve Carell in a scene from "Beautiful Boy." (Courtesy of StrategyPR)

The Depiction of Substance Abuse on Screen

Matt Markowski, Contributing Writer November 9, 2018
Both “A Star is Born” and “Beautiful Boy” paint brutally honest pictures of the emotional toll of substance abuse.
Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga on the "A Star Is Born" album cover. (Courtesy of Warner Bros.)

A Film Within an Album: A Closer Look at the ‘A Star Is Born’ Soundtrack

Lady Gaga and Mark Ronson create a powerful and visceral soundtrack that brings 'A Star is Born' to life.
Michael Muth, Contributing Writer October 15, 2018

The streaming era of music has been a tumultuous journey of countless ventures within the industry, from unannounced album releases to streaming plans as low as $5 a month. The...

Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga on the "A Star Is Born" album cover. (Courtesy of Warner Bros.)

Cooper Revitalizes a Star in ‘A Star Is Born’

Ryan Mikel, Arts Editor October 9, 2018
Lady Gaga received career-worst reviews for her role in "Machete Kills." Now, she is receiving acclaim for her performance in the Bradley Cooper-helmed fifth revival of "A Star Is Born."
 Mia Goth and Dakota Johnson in a scene from "Suspiria."

Staff Recs: Our Most Anticipated Films of Fall 2018

Many of this fall's film releases are highly anticipated, but these are the ones we're looking forward to the most.
This fall's film releases are highly anticipated, but these are the ones we're looking forward to the most.
Broadway to preview new fall performances

Broadway to preview new fall performances

Alys Murray, Contributing Writer September 4, 2014
The upcoming Broadway season offers a variety of shows featuring celebrities
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ARTS ISSUE: Actors show ‘Hustle’ in performances

December 5, 2013
David O. Russell returns to his comedy past as performances in "American Hustle" look to be career bests for the cast.
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‘Place Beyond the Pines’ promises perfect plot, performance

March 28, 2013
The casting, direction, cinematography and score of "The Place Beyond the Pines" are only a few factors that make the movie spectacular.
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Oscars 2013: Best Actor, Best Actress

February 21, 2013
Can anyone beat Daniel Day-Lewis's portrayal of President Lincoln? Will the youngest or oldest nominees ever take the Best Actress prize? Find out with our picks.