The North Dakota Film Society has announced their winners for the 2nd NDFS Awards. The organization entered its sophomore year by honoring its members’ favorite films of 2020. Their top picks included: Best Picture: “Nomadland”Best Director: Chloé Zhao, “Nomadland”Best Actress: Frances McDormand, “Nomadland”Best Actor: Riz Ahmed, “Sound of Metal” “Nomadland”Continue Reading
The sound of jazz music fills the room. Russell Peterson sits in front of a desk with two computers and a set of large speakers. He uses one hand to conduct and the other to follow along with a score, which is spread out on his desk. “Start in three…Continue Reading
2020 was a tough year for the release of movies. However, 2020 was not a bad year for movies. While there are many movies that came out this year I have yet to watch, a good plenty I’m glad I had the opportunity to watch. In no particular order, myContinue Reading
I have never listened to, or considered myself an Ariana Grande fan. I have had friends, acquaintances and ex-girlfriends who really enjoy her music, but I could never get into it myself. I listened to “Sweetener” when it first came out, an album I enjoyed, but never obsessed over. IContinue Reading
Thanksgiving is a time when we are supposed to come together, share a meal and talk about what we are thankful for. In other words, Thanksgiving is the perfect opportunity to spread COVID-19. Concordia College’s Dining Services are taking steps to make sure their annual Thanksgiving meal on November 12Continue Reading
I love PUP. They have been on my radar since their 2019 album “Morbid Stuff” and have always delivered with their musical talent and tone. Their newly release EP “This Place Sucks A**” continues to impress and creates a nihilistic tone that is very enjoyable to experience. This EP lastsContinue Reading
Delicious food can make your get-togethers even better, whether it’s with friends, family or a date. Since the Fargo-Moorhead area is well known for its downtown, nightlife and restaurants, where is the best place to get food with all the choices? Katelyn Ohren, a senior majoring in communications, likes toContinue Reading
Sometimes big things come in small packages. This year, audiences are treated to a small yet charming film courtesy of A24 and Apple TV+. “On the Rocks” is a dramedy written and directed by Sofia Coppola. It follows Laura (Rashida Jones), an author who suspects her businessman husband Dean (MarlonContinue Reading
Gender-neutral bathrooms, inclusion in the residence halls and safe spaces on campus: these have all been efforts made at Concordia to create a more welcoming environment on campus. October is LGBTQ History Month, so what has Concordia done in the past to support this community? A trip to the archivesContinue Reading
Open Mike Eagle is a modern genius. I am a big fan of his work, and this album is a hard reminder on why I, and so many others, listen to him. Michael W. Eagle has got a golden voice and lyrics that must be absorbed fully. Eagle composes hisContinue Reading