By Layla Evans, Contributing Writer
• September 28, 2025
With a movie that feels so relevant to the current political and social reformations of modern America, this was a cruel divergence in wasted potential. As a Black and mixed-race woman, who also lives where the movie was set, I know how prevalent these issues are to myself, the community and friends I know. So when I left the theater, I was a bit perplexed and disappointed. “One Battle After Another” is a well-made movie with nothing to say. It has the rebellious spirit — but no actual cause behind the revolt. This film was not about any particular revolution nor any reason for defiance but instead romanticizes the idea of revolution itself.
Not to mention — this is his major comeback after six years, during which he canceled part of a world tour to address mental health issues, took a career break for nearly 2 years and stepped back from the intensity of the limelight. To see that fans, both new and old, are just as eager to watch him perform is a testament to their loyalty. It felt as if his fame remained frozen in time, waiting for him to claim it upon his return.
By Elyanna Kwok, Contributing Writer
• September 28, 2025
People watching means you’ll get a short peek into a litany of intricate lives, all around the long stretch of Comm. Ave., the state of Massachusetts and the rest of the world. Suddenly, the feeling of being minuscule and nearly insignificant falls on you, and it reinforces every little thought that you’re just another human figuring out how to live your life. But it poses the questions: How unique is your life? If everyone else has their own life, what makes yours so interesting?
Still, even with all that, it feels like there’s something about autumn that makes it easier to slow down and notice the little things. Maybe it’s the crunch of leaves on the way to class or the comfort of rewatching a favorite show with friends. For me, that’s what the season is really about — not the picture-perfect aesthetic, but those small moments that make campus life feel a little cozier. And honestly, that’s enough to make fall feel pretty romantic.
By Erica Schwartz, Lifestyle Editor
• September 25, 2025
College is always touted as a time to explore the world and learn who you are — that should include your wardrobe. For the first time, you have the freedom to choose what you want to wear. You are in a brand-new place with brand-new people and at least some financial freedom. Why waste that opportunity on chasing trends you don’t actually like just to feel part of something?
Sure, it’s exciting to watch the main character navigate through their life and be forced to pick teams. But if this were your life, would you really enjoy being an option? Or if you were the one stuck in the middle, would it be morally right for you to string both of them along until you get to choose?
By Janise Bonilla, Contributing Writer
• September 25, 2025
During your stroll or commute down Comm. Ave., take a minute to observe and discover Marka27’s immersive installation — now available until Dec. 10. It’s a showcase for the Latino community and the world that explores how current events are shaping today’s world.
By Maha Uddin, Contributing Writer
• September 25, 2025
Recently, my father lost his mother, and seeing him mourn made me inevitably think about the future. It is painful, but what is life without suffering? In all stories of love, someone must leave first, and that is a tale as old as time. I won’t sit here pretending like I have an answer as to why we feel anticipatory grief or how to treat it. I’ve accepted that I will have to live with it, treating it like an old friend that lingers quietly by the door.
By Cato Choi, Contributing Writer
• September 24, 2025
Once the autumn season finally spreads its wings, the “must-do” fall activities become overcrowded, overpriced and just plain overrated. Don’t worry, though, I’m here to un-gatekeep my greatest secrets on how to enjoy Boston fall to the fullest without wasting your money or time.
Loving Robert Redford is loving a certain kind of old-school elegance — loving the idea that movies can change minds and that art can be activism. So yes, I’ve watched “The Natural” more times than I can count — but I’ve also watched “Three Days of the Condor” and cried over “Out of Africa.” Each time, I come away reminded that Redford isn’t just a movie star. He’s a storyteller, a world builder and a fantastic underdog story.
This is the trick of self‑improvement culture: It trains you to treat feelings like errors. Don’t get me wrong — it is great at the start, like training wheels. I, too, found some useful tips in “Atomic Habits,” a self-help book by James Clear, a researcher of habit formation. It hands you a template and calls it support — but applauds only when you trim yourself to fit.
By Jonah Foster, Contributing Writer
• September 23, 2025
All in all, “Him” wasn’t a bad film — it just wasn’t what I was expecting. The cinematography was incredible, the acting stood out and who doesn’t love a sports film? It just seems like the creators bit off more than they could chew. It’s not a total bust — still a fun watch — but maybe it needed more practice time.
