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Léa Seydoux and Kristen Stewart in "Crimes of the Future"(Courtesy Neon)

‘Crimes of the Future:’ David Cronenberg’s Alarming Return to Body Horror

By Megan Fisher, Arts Writer June 29, 2022

  In 1970, while still in the Honors English and Literature Program at the University of Toronto, David Cronenberg directed a 63-minute feature called “Crimes of the Future.” It’s a science...

"The Memory Librarian: And Other Stories of Dirty Computer" (Courtesy Harper Voyager)

‘The Memory Librarian: And Other Stories of Dirty Computer’ Opens The Next Chapter in Janelle Monáe’s Discography

By Whit Fuller, Arts Writer June 25, 2022

  Janelle Monáe's “Dirty Computer” universe saw the artist and actor take control of a narrative that pushed the boundaries of what a concept album could truly be. “Dirty Computer” revolutionized...

Tom Cruise in "Top Gun: Maverick" (Courtesy Paramount Pictures)

‘Top Gun: Maverick’ Sticks the Landing

By Megan Fisher, Arts Writer June 22, 2022

  After the 2022 Cannes Film Festival premiere of his new movie “Top Gun: Maverick,” Tom Cruise was asked by an interviewer if there was any chance that the movie could have gone straight to...

(Courtesy Superbloom Music Festival)

S&S and The National Parks Present Southern Utah Second Superbloom Music Festival

By Whit Fuller, Arts Writer June 17, 2022

  Utah-born musicians The National Parks have teamed up with Sartain and Saunders to bring the second annual Superbloom Music Festival, with all of its fun-in-the-sun celebrations of life, to Hurricane,...

"Men" (Courtesy A24)

Alex Garland’s Folk Horror ‘Men’ Trips in the Woods

By Megan Fisher, Arts Writer June 15, 2022

  Within the opening moments of Alex Garland’s new film “Men,” the main character Harper Marlowe (Jessie Buckley) arrives at the pastoral English countryside cottage at which she will be...

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Arts Desk Picks: Top Six Songs For Your Summer Playlist

By Luke Jackson, Whit Fuller, and Alfonso Belloso June 10, 2022

  Summer is upon us and here at the arts desk we are looking to start you, our dear reader, off in the right direction for the best summer of your whole dang life. What better way to do this than...

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‘Harry’s House’ Invites A Vulnerable and Energetic Listening Experience

By Whit Fuller, Arts Writer June 9, 2022

  Harry Styles’ third album “Harry’s House” is a surefire candidate for one of the best albums of 2022 — showcasing Styles at his best and most vulnerable. ‘Harry’s House’ Styles...

(Courtesy The King's English Bookshop)

The King’s English Bookshop Celebrates Independent Bookstore Day

By Whit Fuller, Arts Writer June 7, 2022

  Salt Lake’s Local indie bookstore The King's English Bookshop celebrated Independent Bookstore Day on April 30 with local vendors, a musical performance from local high school students and...

live music performance

Rising Stars Mxmtoon and Chloe Moriondo Take to The Complex

By Alfonso Belloso, Arts Writer June 2, 2022

  Bedroom pop singer-songwriter Maia, professionally known as mxmtoon is on tour to celebrate the release of her newest album “rising.” The artist bears all and creates an environment of vulnerability...

Jerrod Carmichael in "Rothaniel" (Courtesy HBOMax)

Jerrod Carmichael Searches For the Truth In His New Comedy Special ‘Rothaniel’

By Megan Fisher, Arts Writer May 30, 2022

  Jerrod Carmichael's "Rothaniel," one of the greatest comedy specials ever filmed, begins with a shot of Greenwich Village's legendary Blue Note Jazz Club on a snowy night. Carmichael enters the...