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COLUMN: Why Hallmark’s monopoly on holiday movies isn’t a bad thing

By Leah Stein · Sunday, Dec. 7,2025 11:12 a.m.

Hallmark is dominant across cable and streaming when it comes to holiday movies.

‘Light Up the Night’ brings community music and holiday cheer

By Lexi Bunting · Friday, Dec. 5,2025 4:46 p.m.

The IU community celebrated holiday cheer at the IMU's annual candle lighting event.

IU alums' short film ‘Mi Media Naranja’ pays homage to lives lost in AIDS epidemic

By Addison Jacoby · Friday, Dec. 5,2025 7:32 a.m.

The short film was part of IU's World AIDS Day 2025: A Week of Awareness.

COLUMN: 'The American Revolution': The story of beauty, blood and complexity

By Michael Sigal · Thursday, Dec. 4,2025 6:04 p.m.

Following almost a decade of work, Ken Burns’ new docuseries aired this November.

‘The Nutcracker’ ballet returns to IU in annual holiday tradition

By Abby Whited · Thursday, Dec. 4,2025 12:03 p.m.

The Jacobs Opera and Ballet Theater’s production of “The Nutcracker” opens Friday.

COLUMN: Holiday movies to watch for every mood

By Taylor Danielson · Tuesday, Dec. 2,2025 2:23 p.m.

Holiday movies come in all forms, from horror to family favorites.

COLUMN: ‘Zootopia 2’ blends nostalgia and fresh fun for a fantastic sequel

By Ursula Stickelmaier · Tuesday, Dec. 2,2025 7 a.m.

The film surpasses expectations with heart, humor and a whole lot of reptiles.

COLUMN: In A24’s ‘Eternity,’ love doesn’t end, it evolves

By Lexi Bunting · Monday, Dec. 1,2025 6:10 p.m.

A24’s “Eternity” reimagines the afterlife with heart, humor and a quirky love triangle.

COLUMN: ‘Stranger Things’ season 5 makes an epic and promising comeback

By Sophie Albert · Monday, Dec. 1,2025 11:53 a.m.

A beautiful character arc, thrilling action scenes and darker tones make this season soar.

COLUMN: ‘Wicked: For Good’ is bland and confusing

By Addison Jacoby · Monday, Dec. 1,2025 9:56 a.m.

The fantasy musical is based on the award-winning Broadway production.

Local live music this week: ringing in the holiday season

By Stella Klaus · Sunday, Nov. 30,2025 5:59 p.m.

Ease back to Bloomington from Thanksgiving break with live music opportunities.

IU grads’ short film 'Things You Know But Cannot Explain’ featured on AMC+

By Sydney Weber · Sunday, Nov. 30,2025 3:07 p.m.

The stop-motion animated short is part of “The Future of Film: Indigenous Voices.”

COLUMN: How to bond with your roomies

By Mia Hilkowitz · Monday, Nov. 24,2025 12 p.m.

Here are four ways to spend more time with your roommates this year.

‘The Hunger Games’ series comes to Buskirk-Chumley Theater

By Hope Bernard · Sunday, Nov. 23,2025 1:37 p.m.

Fans of the franchise can experience “The Hunger Games” in theaters once again.

COLUMN: Thanksgiving to-do list if you’re staying in Bloomington this break

By Michael Sigal · Thursday, Nov. 20,2025 3:42 p.m.

Bloomington offers great opportunities for a fun Thanksgiving week.

IU’s production of ‘The Legend of Georgia McBride’ celebrates self-discovery

By Addison Jacoby · Thursday, Nov. 20,2025 2:54 p.m.

The musical was performed in the Wells-Metz Theatre.

COLUMN: How ‘Friends’ helped shape the modern Friendsgiving tradition

By Lexi Bunting · Thursday, Nov. 20,2025 2:11 p.m.

The popular tradition Friendsgiving gained popularization from the Friendsgiving episodes of “Friends.”

COLUMN: Movies to go see during Thanksgiving break

By Sophie Albert · Wednesday, Nov. 19,2025 3:46 p.m.

With break around the corner, there’s no better time to go to the movies.

BDMC’s second annual Battle of the Bands turns random pairings into winning teams

By Stella Klaus · Wednesday, Nov. 19,2025 12:40 p.m.

The Bloomington Delta Music Club hosted its second annual Battle of the Bands Saturday.

Natalie Boeyink’s jazz ensemble to play final concert of fall semester

By Abby Whited · Tuesday, Nov. 18,2025 9:09 p.m.

The ensemble will perform Nov. 20 at the Musical Arts Center.

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