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A&E

Making Wavves

“V” is typical Wavves with a catch. While their songs once showed a devil-may-care, nonchalant attitude, there is now subtle desperation.


A&E

“Stories” seem overtold

Unlike Avicii’s previous album, "Stories" seems to rely on the same europop beats and big-name features that fans have grown used to, sandwiched between a few solid anthems that keep the album afloat.


A&E

“Fed Up” characterizes childhood obesity “epidemic”

“Fed Up” most certainly lends itself to fervent dialogue. The film seeks to rid its viewers of common misconceptions about childhood obesity in America, to make clear the dangers of processed foods and to explain the societal forces behind what it calls an “obesity epidemic.” 


A&E

‘Steve Jobs’ hits a home-run

It feels like the previous Steve Jobs drama, “Jobs,” came out just yesterday. However, the recent adaptation of Walter Isaacson’s biography of the former Apple leader from director Danny Boyle and screenwriter Aaron Sorkin is real deal and demands to be seen.


A&E

A conversation with The Struts

British indie rock band The Struts performed at The Southern in Charlottesville last night, with The Karma Killers opening. The Cavalier Daily had the opportunity to speak to frontman Luke Spiller in advance of the Charlottesville concert.


A&E

“Beasts of No Nation” finds beauty in brutality

Netflix released its first original film “Beasts of No Nation.” After paying around $12 million for the international rights, Netflix was hoping that this film would do what “House of Cards” did for their television department and launch them off as an established film distributor. 


Puzzles
Hoos Spelling

Latest Podcast

Loaves and Fishes has grown to be the City’s second largest distribution partner of the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank, supported by more than 100 volunteers. Executive Director Jane Colony Mills discusses the behind-the-scenes operations — from sourcing food to the work of their dietitian and volunteers — and reflects on why it’s important for students to learn about the city they live in.