Nation & World
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National Film Board of Canada NFB feature documentary Kenbe la shows a different side of Haiti
“Caring for the land, caring for people, and sharing.” The late activist and artist Alain Philoctète cited these words as…
Read More » - Arts & Crafts / Levi Manchak
“Open up the platform:” A Q&A with JUNO nominated rockers nêhiyawak
Despite closing out 2020 with nominations at the JUNOs and the Polaris Music Prize, it’s never been about the awards…
Read More » - CBC / Steve Carty
U of A alum steps into the kitchen on The Great Canadian Baking Show
When Larry Harris was laid off as the Senior Manager of Business Operations at MacEwan University last summer, he never…
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Catching up with Kim’s Convenience’s Andrew Phung
Since its pilot in 2016, Kim’s Convenience has charmed Canadian and international audiences with its relatable and heartwarming characters. The…
Read More » - National Film Board of Canada
Sampling the NFB’s Black History Month short film collection
To celebrate Black History Month, the National Film Board of Canada has created a playlist of 29 films to celebrate…
Read More » - YouTube
Memes and conspiracies come along for the ride on “drivers license”
I’m sure everyone has heard Olivia Rodrigo’s “drivers license” ever since she premiered the song on YouTube on January 7th…
Read More » - Netflix
Netflix Review: Bridgerton
Imagine yourself dressed in the high class fashion of Regency era London: empire waist cut dresses and long, discerning tuxedos.…
Read More » - National Film Board of Canada
Conor McNally finds the parallels between lockdown and house arrest
In his short-film Very Present, Edmonton-based filmmaker Conor McNally examines the parallels between mandatory COVID-19 isolation and house arrest. Conor…
Read More » - Megan Thee Stallion
Album Review: Megan Thee Stallion’s “Good News”
The last two years have been a whirlwind for Megan Thee Stallion, fully complete with platinum singles, record-breaking music videos,…
Read More » - Backxwash
“Splices in time”: A Q&A with 2020 Polaris Music Prize winner Backxwash
What better way to make a statement that different is better than to take the 2020 Polaris Music Prize? On…
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