By Christa Speranza Assistant Copy Editor The character of Captain America has been an icon of patriotism, heroic stoicism, and naturally, Marvel Comics for nearly 73 years. The first big screen debut of “Captain America: The First Avenger” raked $65 million on its 2011 opening weekend in North America alone,…
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By Peter Barell Arts and Entertainnment Editor A free screening of the film “Other Months,” and a talk with first- time feature film director and editor, Nick Singer, was held Monday, March 24 in the Kahn Building during common hour. The event was coordinated by Film professor Susan Zeig, who…
By Talia Charlton Staff Writer Following the release of his album “Satellite Flight: Journey to Mother Moon” on Feb. 25, hip-hop artist Kid Cudi put on a concert at the Barclays Center Saturday, March 22. A galaxy-themed stage set-up was put together for the rapper’s performance, donned with bright lights…
By Kahleel Bragg Staff Writer The entertainment world consists of musicians, artists, and filmmakers that are considered good, or even great, but who fall into the spotlight for varied reasons. Sometimes, a particular form or group of entertainers can be underrated, and have a lack of exposure to potential fans…
By Jessica O’Donell Staff Writer “House of Lies,” a Showtime TV series that entered its third season on Jan. 12, is a comedy-drama about a management consultant from a top tier firm. Starring Academy Award nominees Don Cheadle (“Crash”) and Kristen Bell (“Veronica Mars”), the show quickly has you hooked.…
By Melissa Weisman Staff Writer Norman Steinberg, a professor in Television Production at LIU Brooklyn, visited LIU Post to talk about his two-year 48-credit M.F.A. in TV Writing and producing for television TV Writers StudioSM in Humanities Hall room 130, on Tuesday, Feb.25, during common hour. Steinberg shared details about…
By Paul Kalis Business Manager Renée Fleming, an American soprano singer known as “the people’s diva,” performed at the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday, March 1 at 8 p.m., in a concert benefiting the art center’s endowment. The program featured works ranging from Mozart to Rodgers &…
By Peter Barell Arts and Entertainment Editor Students, faculty, and staff gathered in the Hillwood Commons lecture hall on Feb.25 at 7 p.m. to attend a free advance private screening of Samuel Goldwyn Films’ “Better Living Through Chemistry.” The film, which stars Sam Rockwell, Olivia Wilde, Michelle Monaghan, Jane Fonda, and…
By Carlo Valladares Staff Writer As hip-hop listener for over 10 years, I have become fascinated with the genre. The trends, the fashion, the subjects, the culture, and the changing focus of the emcees has kept me engaged in the genre for years, and will continue to do so into…
By Peter Barell Arts and Entertainment Editor The Student Art League (SAL) is a club with over 30 members devoted to fostering the artistic community on campus. Members take part in arts events and gallery openings, as well as helping other clubs and organizations on campus with creative services. Essential…