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The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

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Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show: Kendrick Lamar brought the bars, but was it a touchdown performance?

Samantha Genzer February 10, 2025
The production was sleek, the performances were sharp and the creativity was undeniable. But when you stack it against Beyoncé, Bruno Mars, and Shakira-level halftime shows, it lacked that extra layer of spectacle that makes a Super Bowl performance legendary. Still, Lamar brought his signature storytelling, intricate visuals and undeniable talent to the biggest stage in the world, creating a show that was uniquely his.
The marquee outside of the Coolidge Corner Theatre in Brookline. Academy Award winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter was honored with a Coolidge Award on Sunday. JULIA DESANTIS/ DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Costume designer Ruth E. Carter receives Coolidge Award

Brenda Gonzalez October 19, 2023
Ruth E. Carter, renowned costume designer known for her work on the "Black Panther" movies, accepted the Coolidge Award from Coolidge Corner Theatre on Oct. 15.
Chloe Patel | Senior Graphic Artist

Pleading for a visual hip-hop album | Sing About Me

Aidan Mega February 5, 2023
Why don't visual albums exist within the scope of hip-hop — especially considering its stature as the pinnacle of musical storytelling?
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Current Favorites: ‘WandaVision’ (spoiler-free)

Sam Thomas April 7, 2021
If you’re a Marvel fan or want to be one, I highly recommend getting into “WandaVision.”
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Coolidge Corner Theatre event discusses lack of disability representation in film

Molly Farrar March 9, 2021
Tod Browning's 1932 "Freaks" was blacklisted in its time. Today, it is held up as one of the only films in the country where the majority of the cast are individuals with disabilities. Thursday, the Coolidge Corner Theater hosted an event about the film and disability representation with speaker IndieWire TV Editor Kristen Lopez.
Sheree Renee Thomas, a writer and editor, speaks at a Afrofuturism conference on April 18 at Boston University.
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Afrofuturism Arts Expo presents local “black futurity” art

Kaitlyn Riggio April 25, 2019

The media is full of various depictions of the future, from apocalyptic wastelands to utopian societies. These visions of what lie ahead often shed light on a problem from our time, but they can also put...

The 91st Academy Awards will be held in the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday. COURTESY OF ADAM ROSE/ FLICKR

REVIEW: Oscars viewers face ceremony of uncertainty after chaotic, problematic year

Pat LaMarco February 22, 2019
With declining ratings and an ever-more-negative reception from the public, the Oscars try to gain respect once again.
Flick Critique: The best and most influential films of 2018

Flick Critique: The best and most influential films of 2018

Victoria Lara January 21, 2019

With the end of 2018, it is time to welcome 2019 and many highly awaited upcoming films. However, for those that missed out on the movies that premiered last year, here is a rundown of the best films of...

American singer Anderson Paak released his third studio album “Oxnard” Friday. COURTESY OF WIKIMEDIA COMMONS

REVIEW: Anderson .Paak’s album ‘Oxnard’ cements artist’s place as neo-soul breakout star

Kai Hellberg November 18, 2018
The term “neo-soul” may not come off as intimidating for most people, but being a breakout artist in the genre is a tough task.
What Grinds My Gears: Lack of representation in superheroes

What Grinds My Gears: Lack of representation in superheroes

Riley Villiers April 5, 2018
I work at a bookstore, and recently, I tried to make a display of superhero graphic novels that feature people of color. The Black Panther display had been up for a while, and I wanted to replace it with something that had a message equally as important and powerful.
EDITORIAL: Representation starts in the classroom

EDITORIAL: Representation starts in the classroom

Editors March 29, 2018
The Boston Public School system is struggling to meet requirements for employing racially diverse teachers in its classrooms. According to a report published by several Massachusetts teacher support groups, Boston teachers are still majority white, comprising 80 percent of the BPS teaching staff.
Flick Critique: The value of girl power

Flick Critique: The value of girl power

Victoria Lara March 12, 2018

This year’s Oscars awards ceremony heavily touched on the lack of female representation in the film industry. From Greta Gerwig being the only woman nominated for Best Director in eight years — and...

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