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In ‘Quest,’ music drives the story

In ‘Quest,’ music drives the story

Brooke Collier March 9, 2017

_Quest_ left me in awe as it captured the complex life of a family living in North Philadelphia. We all know that family life is anything but easy, and this documentary is a testament to that. The director,...

In audit report, state reveals ‘excessive’ UM System spending

Nancy Coleman March 8, 2017

The UM System spent more than $2 million on executive compensation over a period of two years, according to an audit of the system released Monday. Of these expenditures, portions “appear excessive,”...

Manolo and Gorrion create a nostalgic yet modern tale in ‘Donkeyote'

Manolo and Gorrion create a nostalgic yet modern tale in ‘Donkeyote’

Nat Kaemmerer March 8, 2017

_Donkeyote_ tells the story of Manolo, a 73-year-old man who doesn’t want to give up adventuring just yet. He still lives a very active life in the countryside of Spain with his dogs and beloved donkey,...

Chancellor’s office announces how it will address $20 million budget shortfall

Zia Kelly March 8, 2017

The Office of the Chancellor has begun action to address the $20 million shortfall in the university’s budget determined by the state government in January. Interim Chancellor Hank Foley said in an...

‘Whose Streets?’ highlights the community behind the Ferguson protests

‘Whose Streets?’ highlights the community behind the Ferguson protests

Nancy Coleman March 7, 2017

It has been over two years since an unarmed black teenager named Michael Brown was shot and killed by a police officer in Ferguson, Missouri. His body stayed on the ground in the middle of the street where...

‘Dina’ celebrates what it means to live a life

‘Dina’ celebrates what it means to live a life

Nat Kaemmerer March 7, 2017

_Dina_ follows a woman close to 50-years-old who is getting married for the second time. Dina and Scott both have mental disabilities (Scott has Asperger’s, while Dina’s issues are “like a smorgasbord,”...

Polish film ‘Communion’ does not disappoint

Polish film ‘Communion’ does not disappoint

Michelle Lumpkins March 7, 2017

Director Anna Zamecka truly outdid herself in her first documentary, _Communion_. The film begins by introducing the character Nikodem, an autistic boy, struggling to put on his belt for himself. He continues...

‘Distant Constellation’ juxtaposes innovation and quiescence

‘Distant Constellation’ juxtaposes innovation and quiescence

Victoria Cheyne March 7, 2017

“Did I fall asleep?” The petite woman, who asked to be called Selma in the film, asked after being awakened by a boom from the construction outside. “I drop like that.” One minute she was talking...

'Strong Island' documentary explores issues of race through death of director’s brother

‘Strong Island’ documentary explores issues of race through death of director’s brother

Caroline Kealy March 7, 2017

_CORRECTION: A previous version of this article misstated the name of Barbara Dunmore Ford. The article also included a misinterpreted quote. When Barbara said “They weren’t wealthy. Their wealth was...

Meet the dogs of True/False Film Festival

Meet the dogs of True/False Film Festival

True/False is great for many reasons: the amazing films, the art installations, the music and the general atmosphere. The festival brings locals and people from all over the world to the heart of Columbia...

Know Before You Go: TroyBoi to play in Columbia

Know Before You Go: TroyBoi to play in Columbia

Cassie Allen March 7, 2017

Self-proclaimed as one of the “up-and-coming producers,” TroyBoi is ready to take on Columbia. ####The lowdown On Thursday, TroyBoi is scheduled to play a set at The Blue Note with Ekali and Manatee...

‘Abacus: Small Enough to Jail’ is an immigrant success story that won’t be forgotten

‘Abacus: Small Enough to Jail’ is an immigrant success story that won’t be forgotten

Brooke Collier March 7, 2017

A documentary about a small, family-owned bank during the 2008 financial crisis wouldn’t necessarily be at the top of my must-watch list, but this isn’t the normal corrupt-bank story. _Abacus: Small...