Ryan Murphy, the creator of series’ “Glee”, “American Horror Story”, “Pose”, “American Crime Story”, “Feud”, “9-1-1”, “The New Normal”, “Scream Queens”, and “Nip/Tuck”, has gifted his devoted fanbase his newest series “The Politician”. Murphy’s newest series comes from his departure from pri…
For years, Eugene has fostered a large music scene sprouting from numerous music venues throughout town. Anyone from big name acts like the Grateful Dead and Garth Brooks to smaller acts like Louis the Child and Mac Demarco has performed in Eugene. While Autzen Stadium has opened its doors f…
The Emerald Media Group partnered with groups around the University of Oregon and local businesses to host a festival outside the EMU on Wednesday, October 9! There was food, games, music, free swag, and more.
The post-career life of rockstars is often forgotten, pushed under the rug of their number one hits and most iconic performances. But Smith’s most recent writing brings us into a rare full circle.
Hispanic Heritage Month, a cultural moment often overshadowed, began Sept. 15 and ends Oct. 15. Hispanic filmmakers are one of the most acclaimed visionaries of film history, along with the French, of course; regardless, to say the like of Guillermo Del Toro, Salma Hayek, Alfonso Cuaron, Pab…
Plays provide the intimacy of a living, breathing moment but also allow for a degree of emotional distance. As spectators rather than participants, play-goers may pick up on insights that are easily missed when one is overwhelmed with the day-to-day details of their own life.
Ever been worried that your art is going to literally come back to haunt you? If so, Netflix’s new French horror series, “Marianne”, released on Sept. 13, may not be the show to watch. On the contrary, if horror is A-OK, this series is a must-see.
“Joker” is the most recent iteration of Batman’s most iconic villain in Joaquin Phoenix's Arthur Fleck. The film follows Heath Ledger’s Oscar-winning performance as the Joker in 2008’s The Dark Knight, and Jared Leto’s attempt at reimagining the character in 2016’s Suicide Squad. “Joker” fol…
At this point in his career, Detroit Rapper Danny Brown is a veteran to the game. Brown’s resumé boasts top-notch, critically acclaimed records. “XXX,” the album that put him into the underground spotlight, took listeners on a point-of-view ride through Danny Brown’s life, dealing with menta…
The 2K community has become used to terrible servers and errors on release every year, and no one was particularly surprised when the game was released with bugs.
The University of Oregon’s student groups have fostered a community of students who wish to explore their interests outside of the classroom for years. After hours, the UO campus is filled with many clubs hosting meetings in order to learn from one another, socialize, create, indulge in shar…
The Wizard of Oz (1939) is one of the most beloved classic American films of all time, but after “Judy,” this cherished favorite may be hard to watch the same way ever again. The film follows Hollywood icon Judy Garland (Renée Zellweger), most well known for her role as Dorothy in “The Wizar…
Unlike mainstream hits that often fade after an initial boom, Rocky Horror has never lost its cult following.
October, or “spooky season” as many refer to the cold, wet and usually dark month as, wouldn’t be the same without snuggling under a thick blanket and watching horror films.
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As a quiet and introspective space movie about a search for truth, with personal ramifications, “Ad Astra” follows Roy McBride (Brad Pitt), a level-headed astronaut in the near future as he journeys to the far reaches of our solar system on a mission to find his father (Tommy Lee Jones). McB…
“Authentic cuisine.” Despite being in an age where fusion and modern food are all the rage, the criteria behind what makes cuisine “authentic” is still debated by chefs, critics and consumers alike.
In her most recent book, “Whose Story is This?: Old Conflicts, New Chapters,” Rebecca Solnit addresses notably current issues — topics that have been in the news as recently as the past few weeks — while simultaneously analyzing their respective histories.
Editor's note on the morning of Wednesday, Oct. 2: Frankie Kerner, an arts and culture writer for the Emerald, is a member of the Music Industry Collective and is featured in the above photograph. Kerner had no part in reporting this story or in the editing process.
During the middle of summer, the Marvel Cinematic Universe temporarily lost an integral part of its canon: the character Spider-man, who had been a part of the MCU since first appearing in “Captain America: Civil War,” released in 2016.
The Bier Stein hadn’t hosted an official Oktoberfest for a few years, but decided to bring it back this year.
Through experimentation with paint, pen and pencil, British cartoonist Ralph Steadman brings nightmarish and aggressive characters to life. He is best known for his collaborative work with Gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson on their coverage of the Kentucky Derby or in Thompson’s book “Fear…
Ralph Steadman has a prolific, irreplicable body of work that shaped a generation of cartoonists. His work has evoked urgent discussion of political issues and has created imagery that perfectly complements the stories being told.
Eugene has become famous for it’s mecca of athletic achievements and endless hiking trails. But what many may not realize is the blossoming art community that exists throughout the city. On and off the University of Oregon campus, there are a plethora of ways to get involved in the communit…
The combination of distinctive, clever writing and nuanced character portrayals cements “Unbelievable” as more than just a cop procedural.
On the surface, “Normal People” may dissemble a simplistic coming-of-age young adult novel, but it is anything but.
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Peggy is more aggressive than ever on this record, with a hungry delivery to prove his capabilities.
The dog-loving, breakfast-eating, art-making indie rock band Frankie Cosmos is back with their fourth studio album, “Close It Quietly.” Stacked with 21 songs, this is their longest release yet, while only having a running time of 39 minutes.
These murals lay the groundwork for an urgent discussion about the health of our Earth.
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