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GRAPHIC: STEPHANIE SAVELA ’25/THE HAWK

On The Beat: ‘The Crossroads’

Parker Hayden '25, Hawk Staff November 20, 2024

Rap has experienced an interesting release radar this year. While huge names in the scene have dropped albums, it seems to me that the substance of their work is starting to fly out the window. Some may...

GRAPHIC: STEPHANIE SAVELA ’25/THE HAWK

Five Philadelphia-based movies to watch this fall

Jamie Springer '25, Special to the Hawk November 13, 2024

The unique and iconic culture of Philadelphia makes the City of Brotherly Love a perfect place for a film setting. It’s no surprise that some of Hollywood’s most classic films use Philadelphia as its...

GRAPHIC: GABRIELLA GUZZARDO '23/ THE HAWK

CineHawk’s most anticipated movies of 2023

Kasheem Jefferson January 25, 2023

Cinema had quite a year in 2022. Many franchises released films that failed to meet audiences expectations. “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” garnered a mixed reaction from viewers, while...

GRAPHIC: GABRIELLA GUZZARDO '23/THE HAWK

CineHawk: “Mixtape”

Jaylen Dotson January 26, 2022

Written by Stacey Menear and directed by Valerie Weiss, “Mixtape” tells the story of a young girl discovering a mixtape that belonged to her late parents and her journey to decipher all of the songs...

GRAPHIC: SADIE HENZES '24/THE HAWK

On the beat: “Dawn FM” by The Weeknd

Christian Peeney January 26, 2022

The Weeknd’s new album, “Dawn FM,” dropped on Jan. 7, and I wouldn’t be surprised if this is one of the first times you’ve heard about its release. For such a massive name in the music industry...

ILLUSTRATION: SADIE HENZES ’24/ THE HAWK

On the Beat: “Donda” by Kanye West

Christian Peeney September 14, 2021

Over a year after its initial announcement, Kanye West has finally dropped his highly anticipated 10th studio album, “Donda,” and it was well worth the wait. West’s fans have been waiting for this...

GRAPHIC: RACHEL KWOK '22/THE HAWK

On the Beat: “Solar Power” by Lorde

Christian Peeney September 8, 2021

In 2017, Lorde released her album “Melodrama.” With a consistent vibe and tone, Lorde effectively conveyed sadness throughout. Listening to “Solar Power” by Lorde, however, is an unexpected shift....

ILLUSTRATION: CASEY WOOD '23/THE HAWK

CineHawk Review: ‘I Care a Lot’

Jaylen Dotson March 2, 2021

“I Care a Lot” is a slick and stylish dark comedy crime thriller about a ruthless con artist who finds herself in way over her head after her latest scheme earns the ire of a local mafia boss.  Written...

ILLUSTRATION: CASEY WOOD '23/THE HAWK

CineHawk Review: “The Giant”

Jaylen Dotson November 29, 2020

Written and directed by David Raboy, “The Giant” tells the story of a young woman whose long lost lover returns in the middle of a gruesome murder spree. It is currently available to rent or to own...

ILLUSTRATION: CASEY WOOD '23/THE HAWK

Try it: Brooks Hyperion Tempos sneaker review

Owen Moelter November 23, 2020

Back in early 2015, I laced up my Nike Free 3.0s for my first day of middle school track. All that mattered then was that the shoes on my feet were light and comfortable. As I progressed through middle...

ILLUSTRATION: CASEY WOOD ’23/THE HAWK

Try This: Sweat It to Shred It, home workout review

Gianna Consalo November 17, 2020

I’ve been a dancer for 15 years, so staying in good shape and living an active lifestyle is second nature to me. Initially, when I was forced to do at-home workouts during quarantine, I worried I would...

ILLUSTRATION: CASEY WOOD ’23/THE HAWK

Hawks Take on Steaks

Nick Vagnozzi and Mike Miranda November 10, 2020

Cheesesteaks are a staple in the city of Philadelphia, and so too is the endless debate about where to get the best one. We researched a variety of local Philadelphia magazines, news outlets and recommendations...

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