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Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

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Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

The Hoya

WARNER BROS | Shedding the usual self-importance that has dominated the superhero genre, Shazam takes itself lightly, allowing for hilarity to ensue.

‘Shazam’ Puts Light-Hearted Twist on the Superhero Genre

By Jose Villalobos April 8, 2019

With the success of Christopher Nolan’s “Batman” trilogy, superhero films in the DC cinematic universe have become dark, entangled and conflicted. This tone has been effective in some iterations....

BELGA PRODUCTIONS | Despite standout performances by Jessie Eisenberg and Alex Skarsgard, The Hummingbird Project gets caught up in technical details that hurt the plot.

‘The Hummingbird Project’ Loses Focus, Manages to Entertain

By Jose Villalobos April 2, 2019

In a world of high-stakes trading, where Wall Street looms large in the thoughts and ambitions of most individuals and high-speed transactions let people make millions instantly, greed, ambition and madness...

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Meg Mac Entrances Union Stage With Mesmerizing Performance

By Jose Villalobos March 13, 2019

Australian singer Meg Mac, who gained acclaim for her original take on R&B with a dark, pop-infused sound, showcased all her talent and charisma in her first U.S. solo tour at Union Stage on Feb. 23. Union...

POP-UP MAGAZINE | Combining art, storytelling and multimedia displays, Pop-Up Magazine breathed life into the various stories its diverse performers shared. Ranging from a tutorial in sacred classical music to a heartfelt retelling of a childhood friendship that ended prematurely, Pop-Up Magazine translated the traditionally print medium to the stage.

Pop-Up Magazine Brings Stories of Humanity to DC

By Jose Villalobos February 15, 2019

Pop-Up Magazine began with the vision of creating a live magazine, a space where writers, musicians, photographers, filmmakers and animators could convene to transform their projects from written pieces...

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O.A.R. Electrifies The Anthem With Powerful Performance

By Jose Villalobos January 12, 2019

As Christmastime snuck up on Washington, D.C., O.A.R., which stands for Of a Revolution, came back to its home turf to prove once again that the band is a phenomenal live act. Walking down the beautiful...

Street to Museum: Evolving Artistic Expression

Street to Museum: Evolving Artistic Expression

By Jose Villalobos October 11, 2018

Spray-painted walls, graffiti-covered traffic signs and fences adorn the interior of “Love, Hope, and Street Art” at the Honfleur Gallery. The exhibition explores nontraditional forms of artistic expression...

EMBASSY OF THE CZECH REPUBLIC, WASHINGTON, D.C.

‘Pankrác 45’ Poses Tough Questions About Guilt and Recovery After the Holocaust

By Jose Villalobos September 28, 2018

“Pankrác 45” boldly provokes introspection on the nature of culpability and the effectiveness of retribution. Set in the Czech Republic after the Holocaust, the production trains an unflinching...

Album Review: Bobby Tarantino II

Album Review: ‘Bobby Tarantino II’

By Jose Villalobos April 9, 2018

★★★☆☆ The latest release from Gaithersburg, Md., rapper Logic, “Bobby Tarantino II,” starts off with a conversation between the two stars of the Adult Swim comedy show “Rick and...

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