February 8, 2023 | Nexus newspaper

dEUS How to Replace It ([PIAS] Recordings) 3.5/5 Coming off of a 10-year hiatus, Belgian art-rock band dEUS have re-entered the music scene with their eighth album, How to Replace It. There are influences from alternative, pop, and electronic rock through the album. The first single, “Must Have Been New,” as well as cuts like […]

Heart of the House explores art and architecture of post-war modernist BC

Lane Chevrier, staff writer

February 15, 2023

The era directly following World War II was one of revitalization and invention, a sort of cultural and artistic renaissance where people tried to move past the trauma of war by emphasizing family, community, and prosperity. This was the birth of the “modern” era, and its naive idealism and unbridled invention put a stamp on […]

Nic’s Flicks: The Whale showcases incredible acting

Nicolas Ihmels, staff writer

February 14, 2023

The Whale (2022) 3.5/4 Last column, I talked about how Babylon was one of last year’s best cinematic experiences. Now, I’m writing about one of 2022’s most well-acted movies: Darren Aronofsky’s newest drama, The Whale. This movie is the definition of “well acted.” Let’s start with Brendan Fraser: critics have called this his big comeback […]

Vinegar Tom showcases early feminism on stage

Emily Welch, contributing writer

February 14, 2023

The Phoenix Theatre is known for producing progressive work, and Vinegar Tom is no exception to this tradition. Written in 1976 by Caryl Churchill, and directed by MFA candidate Francis Matheu, Vinegar Tom revolves around mother and daughter Joan and Alice, who are accused by an angry neighbour of practicing witchcraft. “The play is about […]

Walking the Balance Beam: Balancing life with ADD

Emily Welch, contributing writer

February 13, 2023

Does it ever feel like there’s not enough time in one day? How often is it that we go through our days, weeks, and months and suddenly realize that we have no idea where the time went? As students, we’re constantly doing a juggling act. There are classes to attend, there’s homework to complete; there […]