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Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

The Hoya

Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

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‘Princess Mononoke’ Is a Multilayered Miyazaki Masterpiece

By Pria Gadkari, Hoya Staff Writer February 21, 2024

Whether you are a die-hard Hayao Miyazaki fan or new to the genre of anime, Studio Ghibli’s “Princess Mononoke” has something for everyone. From stunning visuals to action-packed sequences and...

REEL DILEMMA | Unraveling the Essence of Ghibli: An Ode to Creativity in Cinema

By Preston Shirazi, Guide Columnist February 21, 2024

In an era dominated by Disney animations, very few studios have been able to break into watchers’ hearts and create a creative world of their own. Studio Ghibli stands as a beacon of creativity in this...

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‘Porco Rosso’ Is an Underrated Member of the Ghibli Pantheon

By William McCall, Senior Guide Editor February 21, 2024

“A pig that doesn’t fly is just a pig.” That’s Marco — the main character of Hayao Miyazaki’s 1992 film “Porco Rosso” — a fighter ace and former World War I pilot trapped in a porcine...

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‘Grave of the Fireflies’ Meshes Beautiful Animation with Solemn Story of War and Loss

By Mahika Sharma, Hoya Staff Writer February 21, 2024

Beloved for their captivating animation and whimsical atmosphere, Studio Ghibli films can rarely be described as “heart-wrenching.” But “Grave of the Fireflies,” the poignant 1988 war drama...

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‘Spirited Away’: A True Mastery of Animated Storytelling

By Caroline Woodward, Hoya Staff Writer February 21, 2024

“Spirited Away” exemplifies director Hayao Miyazaki’s unique style of storytelling through fantastical, bizarre worldbuilding, complex yet understandable characters, and a message that transcends...

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Room For Improvement, ‘The Boy and the Heron’ Is Fine, I Guess

By Ethan Hill, Hoya Staff Writer February 21, 2024

After walking out of the movie theater, the group of friends I went with (knowing I was writing this review) asked everyone’s favorite four-word question after watching a movie, “what did you think?”...

AUTEUR SPOTLIGHT | Hayao Miyazaki

By Sophia Lu, Guide Columnist February 21, 2024

When Ghibli Park, a Studio Ghibli-themed amusement park, opened in November 2022, some visitors were shocked to find none of the usual fixtures associated with amusement parks. The park has no rides, no...

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I Think He Found the Beach: Declan McKenna Releases Third Studio Album ‘What Happened to the Beach?’

By Amber Cherry, Deputy Guide Editor February 14, 2024

Declan McKenna released his third studio album, “What Happened to the Beach?” on Feb. 9 after facing several setbacks due to the COVID-19 pandemic. McKenna responds to his viral rise to fame and...

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Roar! Chinatown’s Annual New Year Parade Offers Fiery Performances Amid Rich Cultural History

By Elizabethe Bogrette, Deputy Guide Editor February 14, 2024

Stretching over seven blocks in the Chinatown area of Washington, D.C., this year’s Chinese Lunar New Year parade, held Feb. 11, featured fiery performances from community organizations and commemorative...

On Your Radar: Music and More

On Your Radar: Music and More

By Elizabethe Borgette, Deputy Guide Editor February 14, 2024

GUDC Spring 2024 Performance: “ECHO”  Can you hear that? It’s the ECHO of a great show you’ll think about the entire weekend after you come to see the Georgetown Dance Company’s concert Feb....

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Cleanup On Aisle Nine, ‘Argylle’ Is A Mess From Start To Finish

By Ethan Hill, Hoya Staff Writer February 14, 2024

“Argylle” is the latest movie from director Matthew Vaughn, one of the architects of the beloved “Kingsman” franchise — but if the film didn’t have a post-credit scene linking it to the...

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Greco: A Fresh Greek Twist On The Standard Lunch Bowl

By Celeste Viana, Hoya Staff Writer February 14, 2024

There’s a new addition to the bowl scene in Georgetown. Greco, a fast-casual Greek restaurant based in Boston, opened  Jan. 15 at the corner of Dumbarton Street and Wisconsin Avenue. They serve...

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