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Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

The Hoya

Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

The Hoya

DENNESE MAE JAVIER/THE HOYA | The members of alternative rock group Weathers have known each other since long before finding success as a band. This history has given them time to grow artistically.

Rock Band Opens Up About New Album, Artistic Evolution

By Dennese Mae Javier February 15, 2019

Weathers procured their position in the alternative rock space through the success of their debut singles “I Don’t Wanna Know” and “Happy Pills.” Masterfully adorned with warm percussion,...

Annapurna Pictures | Director Barry Jenkins, below, brings James Baldwin’s novel to life with phenomenal performances from Kiki Layne, above, and Stephan James.

‘Beale Street’ Director, Star Reflect on Adapting Baldwin

By Faris Bseiso January 18, 2019

Starring Stephan James, Kiki Layne, Regina King, Brian Tyree Henry, and more, “If Beale Street Could Talk” tells the story of lovers Fonny and Tish. Based on the James Baldwin novel of the same name,...

Acacia Filmed Entertainment

‘A Private War’ Cast Illustrates Challenges in Authentically Conveying Legendary Journalist’s Legacy

By Jemima Denham November 28, 2018

Starring Rosamund Pike and Jamie Dornan, “A Private War” tells the story of celebrated and fearless journalist, Marie Colvin. Tracing her journey from reporting in Sri Lanka in 2001 right up to...

Gabriel Polsky Productions

‘In Search of Greatness’ Director Emphasizes Importance of Creativity in Athletics

By Megan Shapiro November 28, 2018

Gabe Polsky sees the magic in sports, both right there in the stadium and hidden within the statistics. His new documentary, “In Search of Greatness,” takes a critical look at the creativity behind...

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Singing and Tap-Dancing Alum in ‘Anything Goes’ Musical Explains the Value of Theater Education

By Meghan DeCourcey October 29, 2018

For nearly 70 years, nonprofit regional theater Arena Stage has masterfully conveyed the U.S. spirit on stage, and its Gold Standard Musical this fall is no exception. “Anything Goes” is a classic...

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Director Reveals Familial Drive Behind Debut Film

By Elfrieda Nwabunnia October 23, 2018

“What They Had” tells the touching story of a family battling through devastatingly trying times. Bridget Ertz returns home to a mother suffering from worsening dementia, a father refusing to let go...

Richard Schoch Revives Restoration Shakespeare

Richard Schoch Revives Restoration Shakespeare

By Rachel Linton October 11, 2018

Richard Schoch graduated from Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service in 1984 and is now a professor of drama at Queen’s University Belfast. This fall’s production of a Restoration-style...

AMAZON STUDIOS

Felix Van Groeningen, Director of ‘Beautiful Boy,’ Describes Capturing Addiction Through Cinematography

By Elfrieda Nwabunnia October 9, 2018

In his new film “Beautiful Boy,” Director Felix Van Groeningen has constructed a story that is incredibly beautiful in its anchored storytelling, commitment to reality and ability to make sensation...

BRASSTRACKS

Brasstracks Talks Manhattan School of Music, Recording With Chance the Rapper and Their Creative Process

By Kathryn Baker April 9, 2018

Brooklyn-based electronic jazz duo Brasstracks gained notoriety after producing the song “No Problem” on Chance the Rapper’s 2016 album “Coloring Book,” which won a Grammy for Best Rap Album....

Georgetown Author R.F. Kuang Speaks on Upcoming Novel ‘The Poppy War’

By Rachel Linton December 10, 2017

HarperCollins is set to publish Georgetown senior Rebecca Kuang’s (SFS ’18) speculative historical fiction novel “The Poppy War” in May 2018, followed by two sequels. Set in a mythical land inspired...

Scott Rudin Productions

‘Lady Bird’ Director Talks Sacramento, Filmmaking and Friendship

By Aly Pachter December 6, 2017

“Lady Bird,” Greta Gerwig’s solo directorial debut that delves into adolescent life in an all-girls Catholic school, is now the best-rated movie on film review aggregator site Rotten Tomatoes,...

R.J. Palacio and Stephen Chbosky Discuss ‘Wonder’

By Alexandra Brunjes November 16, 2017

After years of designing book jackets, R.J. Palacio released her own debut novel, “Wonder,” in 2012, with it quickly becoming a New York Times Bestseller. Now, just five years later, the film adaptation...

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