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Angelina Jolie brings Maria Callas back to life in “Maria”

January 6, 2025 by

“Maria” marks the third installment, after “Jackie” and “Spencer,” in director Pablo Larraín’s pseudo-trilogy of historical biopics.
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“Arcane” season two tops the charts once again

January 6, 2025 by

The second season of Netflix's adaptation of video game "League of Legends" builds upon everything introduced in the first season.
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Dorrance Dance lights up Christmas in their production of “The Nutcracker Suite”

January 4, 2025 by

UC Santa Barbara Arts & Lectures welcomed New York City-based tap group Dorrance Dance to perform their take on “The Nutcracker Suite” at Arlington Theatre.
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In Review: “A Real Pain” is a soul-searching journey through grief

December 24, 2024 by

Jesse Eisenberg’s second feature film may not provide the clean catharsis some viewers may crave, but its raw, unrestrained exploration of pain feels strikingly authentic.
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“Clue” kicks off Broadway in Santa Barbara 2024-25 season with a bang

December 17, 2024 by

The American Theatre Guild performed “Clue” on Nov. 26 and 27 at the Granada Theatre, bringing to life the classic Hasbro board game “Clue.”
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SBIFF: Will Ferrell receives Kirk Douglas Award

December 16, 2024 by

The actor and comedian was honored for his achievements in film during a black-tie fundraiser dinner at the Ritz-Carlton Bacara in Santa Barbara.
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“Conclave”: secret, suspense and gossip in the hallowed halls

December 7, 2024 by

Ralph Fiennes stars as Dean-Cardinal Thomas Lawrence, who is entrusted with the impossible task of wrangling the Church’s cardinals in a conclave to elect the new pope.
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“Absolute Wonder Woman” satisfies, but can’t attain sensation

December 7, 2024 by

The first issue of DC Comics' "Absolute Wonder Woman" is an enjoyable read, but lacks resonance to provide true sensation.
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Koegel Autism Center wows with 5th annual “Unmasking Through Art” show

December 6, 2024 by

The “Unmasking Through Art” show featured a range of multimedia artwork created by neurodivergent artists from UCSB and the Santa Barbara Community.
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“Disclaimer” is yet another example of disappointing prestige TV

December 3, 2024 by

Created by Alfonso Cuarón, the show stars Cate Blanchett as Catherine Ravenscroft, a documentarian whose life begins to unravel when she receives a novel which threatens to reveal her secrets.
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Tyler, The Creator opens up on new album “Chromakopia”

November 26, 2024 by

On his eighth studio album, Tyler, the Creator takes his honesty to the next level, making this his most introspective and raw effort yet.
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One year in 20-something-hood: Catching up with @liam.oce

November 21, 2024 by

Over the span of one year, UCSB alum Liam Ereneta’s content creation journey has grown to unfathomable heights.
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“We Live in Time” captures audiences with devastating story of love and life

November 16, 2024 by

A seamless blend of comedy and drama, the film pulls at the viewers’ heartstrings and reminds them to savor every moment of their relationships.
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In Review: Sean Baker’s “Anora” is a modern day fairytale

November 16, 2024 by

Set on the streets of Brooklyn and short stints in Las Vegas, Baker weaves screwball comedy and high-stakes drama into a captivating story of a young woman striving to rise above her circumstances.
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Babe Rainbow at SOhO: a no-go?

November 16, 2024 by

It’s safe to say that Babe Rainbow is the epitome of rock and roll music — even in ways that aren’t so good.
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