The Indicator x The Student: “Autumn Breeze”

In this edition of The Indicator x The Student, Davis Rennella ’24 reminisces on a lost relationship through an autumn walk.

Justin Torres and Paul Harding Launch LitFest

Acclaimed authors Justin Torres and Paul Harding kicked off LitFest 2024 with a discussion of craft, historical inspirations, and transcending reality. Davis Rennella ’24 details the lively conversation and the pair’s advice for aspiring writers.

Music Major Charlotte Wang ’24 Presents Composition Thesis “Requiem: Ceaseless Life”

Davis Rennella ’24 sits down with Charlotte Wang ’24, who presented her music composition thesis “Requiem: Ceaseless Life” last weekend.

The Indicator x The Student: “Welcome to Earth”

Davis Rennella ’24 imagines a man traveling across worlds in a piece originally published in the Fall 2022 edition of “The Indicator.”

A Jazzy Night: Gemini and Modality

On Saturday, the Eighmy Powerhouse hosted back-to-back performances featuring the musical ensembles Gemini and Modality. Staff Writer Davis Rennella ’24 reviews the contrasting performances, from Gemini’s evocative musical landscapes to Modality’s unorthodox improvisation.

“Thirteen Lives” Tells Story of Hope and Determination

Davis Rennella ’24 reviews Academy Award-winning filmmaker Ron Howard’s new movie, “Thirteen Lives,” a dramatized account of the mission to rescue a boy’s soccer team trapped in a flooded cave in Thailand.

The Legacy of Jazz@Schwemms

Jazz@Friedmann Room has been an important recurring social event on campus amid a slow return to “normalcy.” Davis Rennella ʼ24 chronicles the founding of the program’s predecessor, Jazz@Schwemms.

“The Tragedy of Macbeth”: Finally, a Good Remake

Davis Rennella '24 reviews A24's adaptation, "The Tragedy of Macbeth," directed by Joel Coen. The film's unconventional set design and focus on the inanimate make the film a unique take on Shakespeare's classic play.

No Time to Die: Craig's Final Feature Falls Flat

Staff Writer Davis Renella '24 reviews "No Times to Die," Daniel Craig's final performance as James Bond. Marred by unemotional acting, overcomplicated plot points, too many characters, and weak writing, it's a disappointing finale.

Jammin' With the Jazz Ensemble: Family Day Concert

Staff writer Davis Renella '25 covers the Family Day performance of The Storm Clouds, Amherst College's own student jazz ensemble, a skillful demonstration which moved effortlessly between high-energy pieces and slower ballads.