Does doubling the deaths in the Hunger Games double the fun? Reviewing “Sunrise on the Reaping,” the latest book in the Hunger Games series, Vivian Fan PO ’28 determines whether or not, in this increasingly dystopian time, you should read this dystopian novel.
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Reverb: Tate McRae’s ‘So Close To What’ and hypersexualization in the music industry
Does the music industry hyper-sexualize artists to sell them as commodities? Tomy Helman PO ’28 considers the evolution of pop artist Tate McRae, analyzing her last album, “So Close To What.”
The Library of Translations: Reading Pop Culture – Book Recommendations from Iconic Moments
Ranging from reality tv scandals to petrifying politics, 2024 is off to a wild start. Columnist Caroline Kelly PO ‘27 highlights three iconic pop culture moments with corresponding book recommendations. Afterall, reading about the drama is far better than experiencing it.
The Library of Translations: An exploration of censorship and desensitization in ‘We Had To Remove This Post’
In her column, Caroline Kelly offers her thoughts on the 2021 novella “We Had To Remove This Post,” written by Hanna Bervoets, a story about censorship in the digital age.
The Library of Translations: A Review of Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982
Book columnist Caroline Kelly PO’22 writes a review on Kim Jiyoung, Born in 1982 by Cho Nam-Joo. The novel chronicles the mundane life of a Korean woman from childhood to motherhood. Translated from Korean to English, the universal theme of female rage makes this international sensation a must-read.
OPINION: The 5Cs need to fix their professor review system
The 5Cs are in dire need of a new professor review system, writes Rowan Gray CM ’26.
Review Zone: Paramore goes ethereal with new album ‘This is Why’
American rock band Paramore recently released their new album, “This is Why.” This is why, according to music columnist Rowan Gray CM ‘26, the album is so good.
Review Zone: Lil Yachty’s risk pays off with new album ‘Let’s Start Here.’
Lil Yachty is moving to the big leagues. With a new, inter-genre album, the music artist is redefining his reputation, argues music columnist Rowan Gray CM ’26.
Let’s spill the pop-culture tea: ‘The Haunting of Bly Manor’ is a spooky season must see
Pop culture columnist Anna Tolkien CM ’24 reviews the newly-released Netflix original series “The Haunting of Bly Manor.”
Reel talk: Lorene Scafaria’s star-studded “Hustlers” hustles its way into your heart
In this week’s film column, Rachael Diamond SC ’21 reviews “Hustlers,” praising its dramatic, yet touching portrayal of female friendship amidst financial hardship. She writes, “Regardless of the questionable moral dynamics at play, you leave the theater in utter admiration of Destiny’s and Ramona’s tenacity … a testament to the powerful allure of the film — and of money itself.”