Arts & Culture

The industry’s forced depiction of diversity proves to be more damaging for marginalized communities than a lack of it By SUN YIE — arts@theaggie.org  Retconning, also known as retroactive continuity, is a term used to describe creators who retroactively add details that alter fundamental elements of their work; for instance, they might revive a dead […]

UC Davis students weigh in on their study music preferences   By CORALIE LOON — arts@theaggie.org   It isn’t uncommon for students to pop in some headphones and listen to a favorite Spotify playlist when in need of some extra motivation. Music can be a fun way to help make studying more interesting and make […]

Through the exploration of infinite possibilities in a multiverse, the film reminds us that we should cherish and celebrate our finite, current lives   By SUN YIE — arts@theaggie.org    Spoiler warning: The following article contains spoilers about the film “Everything Everywhere All at Once.”   A24’s latest film, “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” follows […]

The two-night event was back in person this year after being celebrated virtually for two years   By CLARA FISCHER — arts@theaggie.org   On May 16 and 17, Varsity Theater held the annual UC Davis Film Fest. Back in person for the first time since the start of the pandemic, the event showcased works under […]

The Arts Desk’s weekly picks for television, movies, books and music   By JACOB ANDERSON — arts@theaggie.org   Movie: “Bonnie and Clyde” dir. by Arthur Penn (1967) Seen by many critics as the turning point of American independent cinema, “Bonnie and Clyde” was highly controversial at its release for both its frank depiction of violence […]

Headlined by Duckwrth, and featuring local and student openers, this concert on the Quad was the ultimate springtime celebration By ANGIE CUMMINGS — arts@theaggie.org In case you somehow missed it, Lawntopia was an event put on by ASUCD Entertainment Council (EC) on Thursday, May 19, serving as spring quarter’s biggest show that highlights a variety […]

The recently-assembled local student band is getting their spotlight in the hot Davis music scene By SIERRA JIMENEZ — arts@theaggie.org When asked about the meaning behind the band’s name, Decent Action band members chuckled to themselves, saying they usually ambiguously respond with “it what you think it is.” While this answer intentionally leaves questions unanswered, […]

The R&B festival, now held at Discovery Park in Sacramento, featured all female headliners and brought in 40,000 guests By ALLIE BAILEY & ANJINI VENUGOPAL — arts@theaggie.org Sacramento R&B festival Sol Blume touched down at Discovery Park on April 29 and 30, bringing concert-goers from around the world to California’s capital to enjoy a weekend […]

The Arts Desk’s weekly picks for movies, books, music and television shows    By SIERRA JIMENEZ — arts@theaggie.org   Movie: “Blow” dir. by Ted Demme (2001)  Starring young Johnny Depp and Penélope Cruz, this classic film is based on the true story of American cocaine smuggler George Jung (played by Depp). It takes place in […]

The HBO comedy is a witty challenge to gender norms   By CORALIE LOON — arts@theaggie.org   Since its release in March, the HBO series “Our Flag Means Death” (2022) has become an internet sensation, quickly growing into one of “the most popular new series in the United States,” according to a Collider article. The […]

Kate Bollinger’s third EP explores themes of growth and acceptance   By CLARA FISCHER — arts@theaggie.org   Among the many great indie/alt musicians who have graced our headphones in the past couple of years — looking at you, Phoebe Bridgers — Charlottesville-based singer Kate Bollinger shines through like a beam of light with her cozy, […]

The Art Desk’s weekly picks for movies, books, television and music By SUN YIE — arts@theaggie.org  Album: “Inside” by Bo Burnham (2021) Directed during the pandemic, Bo Burnham’s “Inside” is an honest and raw multimedia experience. It explores the mind of a comedian who has been disconnected from the rest of the world and has […]