Fine Arts

Avatar: Shades of the VOC

James Cameron’s Avatar (2009) is one of the most financially successful and technologically innovative movies in cinematic history. Within days after its release, the movie became famous for its ground-breaking special effects using CGI and 3D technology, captivating audiences...

“I’m What the Culture Feelin'” a Review of GNX by Kendrick Lamar

About GNX Surprise released on November 22nd, GNX, named after his beloved classic Buick Grand National(mentioned many times in the album), is Kendrick Lamar's 6th studio album. This marks the first true shock drop for popular music in a while...

Jesuit Stage and Film Concludes Fall “Lord of the Flies” Production

Every year, Jesuit Stage and Film (S&F) presents at least two productions per year, with at least one drama in the fall and one comedy in the spring. This semester, Lord of the Flies was chosen as the fall...

Unpacking “To Pimp A Butterfly” Part Two

In part two of this series I will be analyzing the next two songs on Kendrick's album. These songs are "King Kunta" and "Institutionalized," both popular favorites from Kendrick fans. Furthermore, these two songs beautifully expand on the first...

Unpacking “To Pimp A Butterfly” Part One

In this article and series, I will be going song through song on "To Pimp A Butterfly" and revealing the lasting meaning shed by each track. This renowned album by Kendrick Lamar Duckworth, a musical virtuoso and renowned storyteller,...

Bluetooth Audio…

My View on Bluetooth Audio Over the past few years, I have formed a vendetta against Bluetooth audio devices such as... "AirPods." Even typing the name hurts my soul. When paying for items such as AirPods you not only pay...

Jesuit Dallas Museum Hosts Annual ArtQuest Fundraiser at the Museum of Biblical Art

The Jesuit Dallas Museum (J.D.M.) features many different forms of art, coming from very well-credited artists such as Salvador Dali, Chris Lattanzio '81 and Johannes Boekhoudt. Their works are not only displayed in the J.D.M. but also other museums throughout Dallas. One of these museums, not too...

A Beginner’s Guide to the World of Audio: What and What Not to Buy

What it's all About Music is a universal idea. Just about everyone alive today enjoys it in one way or another, whether that be through listening to it, the creation of it, or the playing of music. While everyone may...

A Review on New Music Album Release: “We Don’t Trust You”

About "We Don't Trust You," Future, and Metro Boomin If you asked me which album should be your introduction to late 2010s to current 2020s rap, I would recommend "We Don't Trust You." This is the latest cooperative from singer,...