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NEW LOOK. After the loss of Gamora in Infinity War, the guardians gain two new members: Cosmo and Kraglin. (Screenshot from Marvel Entertainment Official Movie Trailer)

[COUNTDOWN TO THE OSCARS] Guardians’s concluding movie offers out of this world visuals

Peter Lipinsky, Staff Writer March 2, 2024
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is a must-watch movie.
INCREDIBLE ACTING. Nyad is nominated for two Oscars this year: Actress in a Leading Role (Annette Bening) and Actress in a Supporting Role (Jodie Foster). (Fair Use Image: Netflix Official Trailer)

[COUNTDOWN TO THE OSCARS] Female bond. Impossible goal. Nyad features excellent acting

Gavin Leuthold, Staff Writer March 1, 2024
Nyad spotlights incredible acting portraying a bond between two older women and an impossible swim.
UNEXPECTED REALITY TRIP. The movie follows Barbie (Margot Robbie) and Ken (Ryan Gosling) on their journey to the real world from Barbie Land. (Screenshot from Barbie Movie official trailer)

[COUNTDOWN TO THE OSCARS] Barbie movie questions what being a woman truly means

Murphy Miltner, Staff Writer February 29, 2024
The Barbie movie calls out undermining gender stereotypes while keeping it fun.
DYNAMIC DAMES. Vega prances around on stage with a breezy air, flaunting a sharp British accent like second nature. And Macdonald stole the show through rapid-fire lies and shared moments with the audience. (Fair Use Image: Dan Norman, Guthrie Theater website)

[PLAY REVIEW] Dial M offers classic Hitchcock with key elements changed for modern audience

Johanna Pierach, The Rubicon February 29, 2024
For those who enjoy classic thrillers, Dial M for Murder is undoubtedly a fantastic investment.
COMMUNITY STAPLE. Cecils Deli has been a part of the Highland Park community for over 70 years.

[AROUND TOWN] Cecils Deli preserves tradition and connects community

Andrew Lipinsky, RubicOnline February 23, 2024
The neighborhood deli in Highland Park serves up Jewish dishes and other familiar favorites.
MINNESOTA MADE. Folk singer-songwriter Bob Dylan grew up in Minnesotas Northwoods before finding fame in New York City bohemia.
Source: GPA Photo Archive on Flickr Creative Commons.

The enduring relevance of Bob Dylan

Siri Pattison, RubicOnline February 22, 2024
Movies, musicals, and TikTok trends have recently celebrated 1960s folk musician Bob Dylan. What makes the artist so popular past his prime?
SWEATER WEATHER. Sweaters are a wardrobe staple for students and faculty alike, bringing coziness and style to any outfit.

Sweater weather brings out everyone’s cozy side

Georgia Ross, The Rubicon February 21, 2024
Sweaters are a wardrobe staple during this time of year, and many sweaters actually have stories behind them.
COVER ART. The cover of Songs, Blood deep illustrates a scene of a bunny smoking a pipe and a person playing the flute wearing traditional clothing.

[BOOK REVIEW] Glenn Westerman’s book of poetry, “Songs, Blood Deep”, takes readers on a poetic journey through the seasons

Lucy Thomas, RubicOnline February 19, 2024
Seasons Fall through Summer are poetically illustrated in Glen Westerman's book "Songs, Blood Deep".
HALFTIME. Usher brought his 2000s R&B hits to the stage for this years Halftime Show at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Fair Use Image: Screen capture from Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show recording)

Usher delivers strong Halftime Show finale, rest of performance falls short

Eliana Mann, Production Manager February 13, 2024
The final song of his performance, "Yeah!", brought energy to the stage that was missing throughout most of the underwhelming show.
Submitted Photo: Julia Taylor

If the shoe fits, Taylor wears it

Georgia Ross, The Rubicon February 12, 2024
From Jordans to Air Forces, junior Julia Taylor's shoe collection shows off her appreciation for style.
CITY LIGHTS. SMALL TOWN CHARM. Downtown Stillwater offers it all.

[AROUND TOWN] A winter day in Stillwater offers picturesque, small town Minnesota at its finest

Amanda Hsu, The Rubicon February 8, 2024
While lots of people flock to Stillwater in the summer, there’s nothing quite like the frosty, cozy feel of a Minnesota snowy day in the town.
POOR THINGS. The film follows Bella Baxter (Emma Stone), a newborn babys brain inside a full-grown womans body, and her process of learning everything about the world. (Fair Use Image: Searchlight Pictures press release)

[OFF-SCREEN WITH OSTREM] Poor Things features absurd plot and absurdly good acting

Peter Ostrem, The Rubicon January 30, 2024
The film has been nominated for 10 Oscars including Best Picture, Production Design, Best Leading Actress (Stone) and Best Director.
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