Arts & Culture

Students share their thoughts on Emily Henry’s first book-to-screen adaptation By IQRA AHMAD — arts@theaggie.org  When “People We Meet on Vacation” premiered on Netflix on Jan. 9, it immediately captured audiences attention, accruing 17.2 million views over its opening weekend. However, its success is not simply a product of star power or streaming buzz; like […]

Davis students find respite during the darkest months of the year in their favorite films, albums and TV shows  By NATALIE SALTER—arts@theaggie.org  While the clear skies of spring and endless sunny days of summer seem to lend themselves to exploration and discovery, psychologists have found that winter’s cold climate correlates to greater symptoms of fatigue, […]

The Arts Desk’s weekly picks for music, movies and more By MIRIAM RAMAKRISHNAN — arts@theaggie.org    Album: “She Hangs Brightly” by Mazzy Star (1990)   Quite frankly, any record that features tracks like “Blue Flower” and “Be My Angel” has to go platinum in my headphones. The grungy guitar sounds like it came straight from […]

Netflix’s acquisition of Warner Bros. and what it means for the American film industry By JONAH BERMAN — arts@theaggie.org After 2025, the state of American cinema is two-fold. On one hand, films like “One Battle After Another,” “Sinners” and “Weapons” have been universally lauded for their originality. Conversely, the studio system — the historical foundation […]

Exploring the world of free streaming services in the age of digital viewing  By Hannah Osborn— arts@theaggie.org  These days, there are a plethora of streaming services to choose from that give you access to both movies and TV shows. However, the constantly increasing price of subscriptions and crackdown on password sharing between geographic locations can […]

A seasonal guide to upcoming 2026 releases  By BELLA PETERSON — arts@theaggie.org    Many bookworms get the most out of their year by curling up with a good novel — one that perfectly fits into the current season they find themselves in. Whether it be a strong, exhilarating story for the heat of summer or […]

Artists Diane Williams and Maryann Steinert-Foley investigate persistence and the human experience By IQRA AHMAD — arts@theaggie.org  From Dec. 12 to Feb. 1, “The Realm of Possibility” is on display at the Pence Gallery, located on 212 D Street in Downtown Davis. Featuring works by Diane Williams and UC Davis Alum Maryann Steinert-Foley, the exhibition […]

This year’s Game Awards hinted at upcoming games and celebrated studios that won big By NATALIE SALTER—arts@theaggie.org  On Dec. 11, 2025, The Game Awards began at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, for both a live audience and an estimated 171 million livestream viewers. Hosted by Geoff Keighley, the awards served as both an opportunity […]

The animated children’s film is a simple reflection of the ways that narratives can be manipulated to promote injustice     BY JULIE HUANG — arts@theaggie.org   “Zootopia” (2016) was one of the defining animated children’s films of the 2010s, introducing young audiences toa world of anthropomorphic animals living in eye-catching habitats like deserts, rainforests, tundras […]

Netflix’s acquisition of Warner Bros. and what it means for the American film industry By JONAH BERMAN — arts@theaggie.org After 2025, the state of American cinema is two-fold. On one hand, films like “One Battle After Another,” “Sinners” and “Weapons” have been universally lauded for their originality. Conversely, the studio system — the historical foundation […]

Timothée Chalamet shines in this cinematic thrill-ride By JONAH BERMAN — arts@theaggie.org  Cringe-inducing Zoom meetings, confusing interviews, rap song features and appearances on the Las Vegas Sphere — what do these have in common? They’ve all been part of Timothée Chalamet’s press run for “Marty Supreme,” a film as eccentric and unpredictable as its lead […]

The Art Desk’s weekly picks for music, movies and more By HANNAH OSBORN — arts@theaggie.org  Album: “Forever Changes” by Love (1967)   When the weather is gloomy but hopes for the new year are high, “Forever Changes” perfectly complements January’s juxtapositions. Scored by folk-style acoustic guitars and a string and horn section, the album’s upbeat […]