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Liza Berdykulova | Senior Graphic Artist

An exploration of performance and representation by the ‘Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show’

Julia Williams March 25, 2025
In its best moments, watching the show is  like talking with a stranger who’s surprisingly honest and forthcoming. The show’s refreshing projected skepticism and detachment from imposing convictions of honesty on its audiences are its best attributes and serve for a trust that is a rarity in today’s media. 
Gianna Horcher | Graphic Artist

What’s love got to do with it? Unconventional romance movies for Valentine’s Day

Ruby Voge February 12, 2025
Sometimes, we’re looking for something a little different that breaks outside of the mold of the traditional boy-meets-girl tropes and plot beats. So, here are five — actually, seven — Valentine’s Day movies that range from slightly unique to unequivocally odd. 
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

REVIEW: Aesthetics meet ambition in viral Emerson student film Glory & Gore

Isabella Laikin December 8, 2024
Emerson students and creative soulmates Gianna Cavarozzi and Lyanna Zammas co-wrote and co-directed a dark, witty exploration of power, corruption and masculinity — seen through a distinctly feminine lens. This 44 minute short film transcends the expectations of a student project with the transformative power of women-led storytelling by its women-run crew.
Emma Clement | Senior Graphic Artist

REVIEW: Goodness knows I’m holding space for ‘Wicked’

Eli Pekelny December 4, 2024
My expectations for the film were high, as were my standards. While excited, I was unsure what to expect. The verdict is in: I absolutely love the movie “Wicked.”
Director Jeremy Webb discusses visual effects used in HBO’s “The Last of Us.” SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Director Jeremy Webb imparts television industry advice at COM Cinemathèque event

Austin Gerrard February 12, 2024
Emmy- and BAFTA-nominated director Jeremy Webb visited the College of Communication on Friday for a screening and discussion about his work, which includes "The Last of Us" and "Downton Abbey."
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

My take on Stage Troupe’s dazzling ‘Murder on the Orient Express’

Ricardo Pons October 25, 2023
I love the original novel, which has been clear to me since I first read it, but much praise has been directed toward its intricate storyline and fascinating characters. Therefore, focusing on the factors largely controlled by the members of the BU Stage Troupe is the best course of action.
Ben Stiller speaks to audience members at the Tsai Performance Center on Friday. “An Evening with Ben Stiller” was a sold-out screening and Q&A with Stiller hosted by Boston University’s Film and Television department. MAGDALENA LAZOWSKI/ DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Ben Stiller arrives at BU, inspires ‘new voices’

Daisy Levine October 10, 2023
This past Friday, COM's Film and Television department hosted “An Evening with Ben Stiller,” where the actor, director and producer offered students advice on how to break into the film industry.
A Boston University Student Government meeting.

BU StuGov hears about new StudentLink, approves funding requests

Anna Vidergar February 28, 2023
BU StuGov heard updates about the new Student Link and approved funding requests in a meeting Monday night.
Food Containers

To-go container fee at GSU food hall set to increase to $2.50 as part of new “Choose to Reuse” program

Matthew Eadie January 24, 2023
Boston University students will now pay $2.50 for disposable to-go containers at food hall locations in GSU starting Feb. 1, as a part of the new “Choose to Reuse” program run by BU Dining Services.
BJoan and Edgar Booth

School of Theatre students discuss overworking, difficulties completing Hub requirements

Daily Free Press Staff October 13, 2022
Students studying at School of Theatre in the Boston University College of Fine Arts expressed concerns with an excessive workload in their program
Director Erin Lee Carr at WBUR CitySpace

WBUR CitySpace hosts screening, Q&A of HBO’s ‘Undercurrent’ with director Erin Lee Carr

Liam Fitzpatrick March 21, 2022
WBUR's Lisa Mullins moderated the conversation about Carr's new two-part documentary.
The BU Big Band and Jazz Combos I and II kicked off the BU Bands Homecoming weekend at the College of Fine Arts Concert Hall Thursday night with their first in-person concert since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. LUWA YIN/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU Jazz Band is back to perform in-person, kicking off Family and Friends Weekend

Isabel Chambers October 21, 2021
The Big Band and two Jazz Collectives took the stage at the College of Fine Arts.
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