Animated epics face an uphill battle
With “The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim” approaching, we must examine the box-office viability of animated adventures.
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The Daily Trojan predicts The Game Awards 2024
“Final Fantasy VII Rebirth” headlines this year’s slate of thrilling, varied nominees.
Student artist ZRA mixes art forms
The multihyphenate artist has a trilogy of immersive projects in his discography.
‘English Teacher’ displays a comedic masterclass
Brian Jordan Alvarez’s marketing techniques draw attention to the greatest show of the year.
Carrie Z wears her personality on her musical sleeve
The artist makes her mark at USC with single “20-sth” and the promise for more.
SDA’s spring shows are anything but ‘Rotten’
Spring 2025 SDA plays have something for everyone in their new, varied schedule.
Murakami’s ‘The City and Its Uncertain Walls’ is the same old
The internationally acclaimed author’s latest novel lacks depth and originality.
‘Wicked’ is trying to manufacture ‘Barbie’ hype
On the eve of “Wicked,” let’s reflect on Universal’s all-out marketing campaign for the movie musical.
Time stands absurdly still in ‘Waiting for Godot’
The Geffen Playhouse enshrines the legacy of Irish playwright Samuel Beckett in existential fun over 70 years later.
The best stand-up comedy of 2024
Celebrating the greatest comedic minds of the year.