Category: Arts & Entertainment

Posted on: November 20, 2025 Posted by: Renea Neely Comments: 0

Oiled paintings and turmoil color DiCaprio Gallery

By Renea Neely, Staff Writer and Photographer The Robert F. DeCaprio Art Gallery in the F Building has a new gathering of stories to tell – frozen in time stories that have been formulated using oil pastels stir up deep emotions for the viewer. From feelings of serenity and peace, to anger and muddled sadness, the vibrant pastels are directly correlated to the vibrancy of their hidden stories. In the…

Posted on: November 11, 2025 Posted by: Jonah Marshall Comments: 0

Music Review: ‘Pumped Up Kicks’ sanitizes the horror of school shootings

By Jonah Marshall, Staff Writer According to the K-12 School Shooting Database there have been over 150 school shootings since the start of 2025. The latest school shooting occurred on September 10, where a 16 year old student shot two people at Evergreen High School. The 16 year old gunman, Desmond Holly, shot himself and was announced dead following the mass shooting. This incident shows a repetition in history as…

Posted on: November 6, 2025 Posted by: Erykah Newson Comments: 0

Review: ‘One Battle After Another’ excites audiences in top films of the year

By: Erykah Newson, Staff Editor An unforgettable high-speed vehicle pursuit, nuns that have turned away from their morals, and an intriguing Benicio del Toro sensei who gives viewers the urge to pursue martial arts – all of the above have been intellectually clustered into a single film. Electrifying. Hilariously unsettling. Cinematically vigorous. Undeniably, his highest grossing film to date, Paul Thomas Anderson’s ‘One Battle After Another’ is a classic action…

Posted on: November 6, 2025 Posted by: Renea Neely Comments: 0

Walcott’s art depicts support, strength, fragility

Photo Spread by Renea Neely, Staff Photographer Pictured above is Cold Shoulder made from insulation, adhesive, an handmade basket, steel, fan, and a ring shade pull. Far Be It From Me Sept. 24 – Oct.26 During the month of Oct. 2025, the Robert F. DeCaprio Art Gallery in the F Building (FPAC) displayed the artwork of Lisa Walcott. Her artwork is made from various materials from wool to wood, and…

Posted on: June 2, 2025 Posted by: Layal Zaidan Comments: 0

MV’s ‘Fahrenheit 451’ ignites memories of old theater tricks

Photo by Molly Burkiewicz, MVCC Marketing Department By Layal Zaidan, Staff Writer The last time I attended a play was back in 2018. I was behind the scenes, working as a stagehand, my last production being ”Monty Python and The Holy Grail.” Since then, I’ve lived a life far removed from the world of costumes, lighting cues, and late-night rehearsals. But not a day has gone by that I haven’t…

Posted on: May 3, 2025 Posted by: Alexandra Trejo Comments: 0

Enter the Makers on the Move Bus Wrap contest

Graphic provided By Alexandra Trejo, Staff writer and Graphic Designer Attention all students who like to design and draw! Illinois is holding a statewide competition. Introducing the Makers on the Move Bus Design Contest, an opportunity where you will have a chance to have your artwork featured on a 45-foot Makers on the Move bus. This contest is open to any Illinois student and of all ages. The winner will…

Posted on: November 24, 2024 Posted by: Maria Trejo Comments: 0

Gracie Abrams’ talent shines with ‘The Secret of Us’

Photo from stereogum.com By Maria Trejo, Staff Writer Gracie Abrams launched her music career in 2020 with her first two EP’s Minor (2020) and This Is What It Feels Like (2021). After opening for Olivia Rodrigo for her SOUR Tour (2022) and Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour (2023), she gained recognition for her emotionally raw songwriting. She went on to release her first studio album Good Riddance (2023) while also embarking…

Posted on: October 28, 2024 Posted by: Tommy Paladin Comments: 0

Review: ‘Longlegs’ immerses audience in paranoia

Photo by @Neon By Tommy Paladin, Staff Writer This movie is honestly really scary, but I want to start this review by addressing “the scariest movie ever” discussion. It’s not. It’s the slow, lurking, indie horror where you don’t know what’s going to happen next. I think people are getting anxiety and that uncomfortable feeling confused with the traditional horror movie fright. This movie really managed to get under my…