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March 22, 2022

In Review: Charli XCX Tries to Crash Into the Mainstream

By Sam Franzini

“CRASH” is an album swerving in the direction of current pop sounds. The result is an album that veers off-course sometimes but ultimately has Charli in the driver’s seat, pedal to the metal.

March 22, 2022

Comedian and Podcast Host Marc Maron Performs at The Lobero Theatre

By Derek Mejia

The King of Existential Dread and stand-up comedian Marc Maron played to a packed house at Santa Barbara’s Lobero Theatre on Sunday, March 6 as part of his “This May Be The Last Time” tour.

March 16, 2022

SBIFF 2022: Nicole Kidman and Javier Bardem Receive Maltin Modern Master Award

By Sam Franzini

On Thursday, March 10, a crowd gathered in Santa Barbara’s Arlington Theatre to see Javier Bardem in person and Nicole Kidman via Zoom honored with the Maltin Modern Master Award.

March 16, 2022

SBIFF 2022: Oscar-Nominated Screenwriters Gather at Writer’s Panel

By Amitha Bhat

On Saturday, March 5, the Santa Barbara International Film Festival held its annual writer's panel at the Arlington Theatre.

March 16, 2022

In Review: The Rollercoaster That Was “Euphoria” Season Two

By Isabella Chichioco

Although “Euphoria” was not as talked about as it is now when it first aired back in 2019, the show still received many good reviews and Emmy nominations.

March 14, 2022

SBIFF 2022: In Conversation with the “Licorice Pizza” Director Paul Thomas Anderson

By Derek Mejia

On Friday, March 4, “Licorice Pizza” writer and director Paul Thomas Anderson, actress Alana Haim and producer Sara Murphy joined SBIFF Executive Director Roger Durling at The Arlington Theatre.

March 14, 2022

SBIFF 2022: Producer’s Panel Highlights Pandemic Releases and Advice for Aspiring Producers

By Ewa Zakrzewska

On March 5., the fourth day of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, nine producers behind this year’s Oscars nominees gathered for the Producers Panel.

March 10, 2022

In Conversation: Erik Larson and Pico Iyer at Campbell Hall

By Isabella Chichioco

Larson treated the campus community to a memorable night about his writing career and how his stories aim to give another perspective to history as we know it.

March 10, 2022

Literature in Review: Tough Love

By Sam Franzini

Love takes on many different forms, whether it be obsession, power or uncomfortable distance.

March 9, 2022

SBIFF 2022: Outstanding Directors of the Year Award

By Marisol Cruz

This year’s event honoring the filmmakers was one of the first events that marked the Santa Barbara International Film Festival’s return to in-person attendance.

March 9, 2022

Record Recap: Revisiting “Horse Jumper Of Love” Six Years Later

By Lorna Kruesel

Horse Jumper of Love, the Boston-based slowcore band, has most certainly contributed to the indie-rock music scene in the second half of the 2010s.

March 5, 2022

In Review: Beach House’s Dreams Come True On “Once Twice Melody”

By Adam Majcher

Alternative musical duo Beach House awakens after the longest break in their entire 15-year discography with their eighth studio album, “Once Twice Melody.”

March 3, 2022

Let There Be Rock: A.S. Program Board Presents Battle of the Bands 2022

By Derek Mejia

The bands — Art Official, Johann Vogus, Field Daze and Duende — vied for the coveted prize: bragging rights as the best band in Isla Vista and a spot to perform at the next I.V. Open Market.

March 3, 2022

Artsweek on Spotify: Calming Tracks to Ease the Stress of Finals Season

By Lorna Kruesel

Jam to this playlist when the stress of finals becomes overwhelming or as the anxiousness of spring and new beginnings creeps in.

February 27, 2022

Record Recap: Revisiting TV Girl’s Timeless Album “Who Really Cares” Six Years Later

By Lorna Kruesel

TV Girl, the San Diego-based band most popular for its vast array of synth-pop music, released their second studio album “Who Really Cares” on Feb. 25, 2016.