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"The Lobster," directed and co-written by Greek filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos, was nominated for Best Original Screenplay at the 89th Annual Academy Awards.

Rev Ranks: “The Lobster” offers smart social commentary, excellent satirical comedy

By Scott Griswold March 10, 2017

“The Lobster” is possibly the most overlooked film of 2016, offering smart social commentary and excellent satirical comedy. STARS: 4/5 “The Lobster,” an absurdist dystopian...

Festival goers enjoy the second and last day of Buku Music + Art Project on Saturday, Mar. 12, 2016 at Mardi Gras World in New Orleans.

BUKU 2017: Festival style guide

By Corrine Pritchett March 9, 2017

BUKU Music + Arts Project is this weekend, and whether you’re going for a laidback style or plan to go all out with glitter and heels, The Daily Reveille has compiled a helpful guide for picking...

Travis Scott will be performing Friday at 9:45 p.m. on the Power Plant Stage.

BUKU 2017: Must-see acts

By Ysabella Ramirez March 9, 2017

The BUKU Music + Art Project is this weekend, March 10 and 11, in New Orleans. Founded in 2012, the festival is known for its house party feel and underground arts community. If you’re heading down...

"Logan," released March 3, marks Hugh Jackman's ninth appearance as the Wolverine. 

Rev Ranks: “Logan” more serious than any other superhero film

By Abbie Shull March 9, 2017

Hugh Jackman’s role as Wolverine will be sorely missed after his astounding performance in “Logan.”  STARS: 5/5 Wolverine is by far the most well-developed character in the X-Men...

University professor Freda Dunne teaches a media writing class on Monday, March 6, 2017, in Hodges Hall.

University alumna has illustrious career, returns as adjunct instructor

By Rachel Rathle March 9, 2017

Prior to working as an introductory mass communication instructor, Freda Dunne worked for The Advocate for 40 years. After her retirement on Sept. 20, 2013 — coincidentally the same date as her wedding...

Nintendo's latest console-handheld hybrid, the Switch, was released March 3.

What’s coming out in March

By Jay Cranford March 8, 2017

This year has been going pretty well so far — for the video game world, at least. Early 2017 releases Resident Evil 7, Nioh, For Honor and Horizon Zero Dawn all lived up to the hype surrounding them. March...

Useful items for Buku displayed in Hodges Hall on March 7, 2017.

BUKU 2017: Packing List

By Ariana Scott March 8, 2017

With BUKU Music + Art Project only days away, many are surely stressed about what to bring and what to leave. For the most experienced of festival goers, preparing for the coming weekend is probably no...

Newly opened Curbside Burgers caters to people's cravings on Jan. 23, 2017, on the corner of Government Street and Glenmore Avenue in Baton Rouge.

Curbside Burgers, The Cajun Spoon partner for community fundraiser

By Ryan Thaxton March 8, 2017

Baton Rouge-based companies The Cajun Spoon and Curbside Burgers are partnering to host Curbside Classics, a vintage car show and a pop up movie event on March 9. The event, which kicks off at 5:30 p.m.,...

The alternative hip hop band Twenty One Pilots performed in New Orleans on March 2, their first time back in the city since their 2014 Voodoo Music + Arts Experience performance.

Twenty One Pilots concert magical, promoted inclusivity

By Kaylee Poche March 8, 2017

Ohio-based alternative band Twenty One Pilots performed in New Orleans on Thursday, the first time they’ve been back to the city since the 2014 Voodoo Music + Arts Experience, and they were pulling...

Ed Sheeran's third studio album "Divide" was released March 3. 

Rev Ranks: Ed Sheeran’s new album his biggest success yet

By Abby King March 8, 2017

Ed Sheeran blessed fans last Friday with the release of his third studio album “Divide.” Whether you’re into the soft romantic ballads or upbeat pop anthems, this new record flawlessly...

The12th season of "The Voice" premiered on NBC on Feb. 27. The show features four celebrity judges known for their own musical abilities: Blake Shelton, Adam Levine, Gwen Stefani and Alicia Keys. 

Rev Ranks: “The Voice” returns, new combination of judges

By Kaylee Poche March 7, 2017

NBC welcomed back the singing competition show “The Voice” for its 12th season with a three-night premiere, which began Feb. 27. STARS: 4/5 As the blind auditions began, judges Blake Shelton,...

Bass instructor and musician Derek Weller (left) and LSU professor of double bass Yung-chiao Wei (right) hug after their performance at the 2017 Louisiana Bass Fest on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017, in the LSU School of Music building.

University professor attempts to change stereotypes

By Scott Griswold March 7, 2017

Professor of double bass and host of the annual Louisiana Bass Fest Yung-Chiao Wei is trying to change the negative stereotypes surrounding her favorite instrument. In February, the University hosted the...