Reading Time: 2 minutesJessica Eritou proves how two award shows can change the media’s perception of women in a matter of 12 hours.
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Reading Time: 2 minutesJessica Eritou reviews Obvious Child, the romantic-comedy that pushes beyond it’s typical cliches.
Reading Time: 2 minutesIf A Clockwork Orange scared you, we suggest you try it again.
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Fulcrum takes a further look into band promotion. If you know someone who’s in a band, or you’re in one yourself, you probably know how hard it is to get discovered.
Reading Time: 2 minutesU of O student creates her own unique doughnut for Tim Hortons Duelling Donuts contest.
Reading Time: < 1 minuteWe show you how to make the classic G&T.
Reading Time: 2 minutesOttawa band Tall Trees speaks to the Fulcrum about their festival playing and learning the craft from their professors.
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Fulcrum takes a look at “Good Will Hunting” for a special Robin Williams edition.
Reading Time: 3 minutesU of O interviews Julia Sondra Decker on her new book The Invisible Orientation, a book featuring information about the asexual orientation.
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Fulcrum reviews MLTDWN, the new grilled cheese gourmet stop in the Rideau Centre Dining Hall.
Reading Time: 2 minutesA look inside Rideau Centre’s new Dining Hall.
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAugustiner Bräu’s Lagerbier Hell Despite Germany being home to many of the world’s top-rated beers, Berlin’s reputation for quality brews is surprisingly poor. Lucky for me, I stumbled upon one heck of a clean and crisp lager while out for dinner at a local student hotspot. Augustiner’s lager is exactly what a confused Canadian wants …
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Fulcrum reviews the latest Arkells’ album High Noon.
Reading Time: 2 minutesA review on Lady Gaga’s recent performance at the RBC Royal Bank Bluesfest 2014.
Reading Time: 2 minutesPrevious U of O students open up a new gallery on Elgin Street in Ottawa.
Reading Time: 2 minutesUniversity of Ottawa alum Raf Rogers has a new role in the upcoming film Zodiac: Signs of the Apocalypse.
Reading Time: < 1 minuteYou Can’t Handle the Truth! The Fulcrum breaks down why you need to see this old-school film.
Reading Time: 2 minutesAb-Soul These Days… | Top Dawg Entertainment Artists in today’s musical landscape are subject to an ever-present struggle to remain relevant. Stars fade and trends will change, leaving a slew of nostalgia-inducing songs that formerly defined our times. What Los Angeles rapper Ab-Soul sets out to do on his new album is provide a time …
Reading Time: < 1 minuteWhat to see and when to see it Photo by Eva Rinaldi (CC) RBC Royal Bank Bluesfest (July 3–13): According to Billboard, Bluesfest is one of the top 10 music festivals in the world. As Ottawa’s landmark summer event, music fans come together to watch countless artists from a variety of genres including country, pop, …
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe young, bored, and rebellious Photo courtesy of Emily Marruci, SKH Gia Coppola’s “Palo Alto” leaves viewers wondering what they have just seen. The film explores the short stories of James Franco’s novel of the same name through a slow and simple plot line. It focuses on a group of privileged Southern California teenagers as they explore …
Reading Time: 2 minutesWhere to find it: Arrow and Loon Pub and Restaurant in the Glebe There’s nothing wrong with hops. As an ingredient, hops can bring delectable bitterness and sharpness to an ale or lager. But since the great hops movement began a few years ago — scholars maintain that the exact date of its origin is lost …
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Roots …And Then You Shoot Your Cousin | Def Jam There is still something to be said about consistency in music. Steadily producing quality art for more than 20 consecutive years is a feat that not many can achieve. The Roots are undoubtedly one of hip-hop’s most legendary bands and have been one of …
Reading Time: 2 minutesEpisode 7 – “Waterloo” Photo by jasonwhat (CC) Although much of the lingering plot lines of this season were wrapped up, this episode was about forward-thinking and moving on. Peggy aced her Burger Chef pitch, with the support of Don. Much like the previous episode, this one provided insight into their platonic, mentor-protégé relationship. Director …
Reading Time: 2 minutesEpisode Six — “The Strategy” Photo by Christina Saint Marche (CC) For Mad Men enthusiasts, this week’s episode felt like a throwback to several seasons ago. It could have made a great mid-season finale, but as the second-to-last episode this year, it gives hope that creator Matthew Weiner has something better for us next week. The theme …
Reading Time: 3 minutesEpisode Five — “The Runaways” Photo by Zennie Abraham (CC) This week’s episode of Mad Men was perhaps the most bizarre episode to date, beginning with Don’s “niece”— Anna Draper’s daughter, Stephanie. Pregnant and desperate, she calls him at the office, hoping he will remember her and be willing to help. Despite how he treats …
