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Quantifiable craft collides with untold scores of human emotions, and audiences see how the power of love acts as a conduit for exceptional cooking.

“The Taste of Things”: A deliciously dramatic full-course meal

By Henry Dupree March 6, 2024

It’s hard to know what puts the most masterful chefs a cut above the rest. Is it their natural ability in the kitchen? A finely tuned skill? Their exact execution or precise attention to detail? In 2023’s...

For a ridiculous runtime of two hours and 19 minutes, “Argylle” humiliates those involved while falling into all the blockbuster trappings that continue to jade audiences.

“Argylle”: $200 million down the drain

By Rylan Ammerman March 6, 2024

★★☆☆☆   It’s time for audiences to meet a real cinematic misfire. In “Argylle,” espionage author Elly Conway (Bryce Dallas Howard) goes on the run after the events in her...

The plot lacks substance and genuine effort, and it seems as if the first draft of the script wasn’t revised at all. 

“Madame Web”: Is this the worst movie ever made?

By Zhara Thomas March 6, 2024

For fans of Sony’s Spider-Man cinematic universe, it would seem impossible to stoop below the standard of “Morbius” — a notorious box office bomb. Yet, two years later, Sony proved fans wrong with...

“Dune: Part Two” astounds with a product that is already one of the most well-rounded and excellent films of the decade. 

“Dune: Part Two”: an instant sci-fi classic

By Ian Cooper February 28, 2024

★★★★★ Three years after its critically acclaimed predecessor, “Dune: Part One,” viewers finally receive a cinematic resolution to the iconic sci-fi story of Frank Herbert’s 1965 novel...

Where most films would solely focus on the race itself, “Ferrari” uses the race as a vehicle to explore and heighten elements that are usually left underdeveloped in more standard sports biopics.

Ferrari: A fast and assured win, though not a ferocious one

By Henry Dupree February 16, 2024

★★★★ It’s been a long road for director Michael Mann’s latest picture, “Ferrari,” which is not only his first movie in nearly nine years but a story Mann has been waiting to bring to...

The entire restaurant brims with modern and traditional Spanish culture, providing a taste of home for some and a journey of flavor for others.

Spanish Diner: A taste of Spain in Bethesda

By Sofia Lazarus February 15, 2024

Walking into the Spanish Diner in Downtown Bethesda feels like stepping into a restaurant in Spain. From imported Spanish olive oil and canned goods to Horchata (a traditional Spanish drink) and Cola Cao...

Each flower has its unique meaning and history, making the perfect bouquet even more meaningful for that special someone.

The Black & White’s Valentine’s Day flower guide

By Annie DeLuca February 14, 2024

While there’s nothing wrong with a classic red rose, there are many more personal and thoughtful choices to give to your Valentine. Each flower has its unique meaning and history, making the perfect...

From Cuban sandwiches to falafels, I was intrigued to taste and review the best food spots in The Heights.

The Heights Food Hall: A Chevy Chase eatery review

By Drake Poe February 12, 2024

The Heights Food Hall opened on Dec. 11 and boasts 11 food stalls as part of its Chevy Chase location. In addition to the food stalls, The Heights also houses a bar with a full-service restaurant. The...

Here are The Black & White’s picks for the top 10 movies of 2023

The Black & White’s 10 best movies of 2023

By Henry Dupree, Aya Chami, Katelyn Leonard, and Rylan Ammerman February 2, 2024

Without a doubt, 2023 was a chaotic year for Hollywood. From strikes and labor disputes to unexpected box office failures, these shifts will leave their mark on the future of cinema.  Beyoncé and...

What starts as a typical drama becomes a comedy and erotic thriller — numerous twists continuously reframe and throw this character-centered narrative off its axis. “Saltburn” is an absolute riot.

“Saltburn”: A three-ring circus of glorious chaos

By Rylan Ammerman January 25, 2024

Drunk strangers stumble through the snaking hallways of a mansion. 20-year-old wine overflows from glass goblets, staining silk tablecloth. Cocaine snows upon the dense hedges of a backyard maze. Nothing...

“Wonka” Review: A hatful of chocolate cheer

“Wonka” Review: A hatful of chocolate cheer

By Henry Dupree January 23, 2024

★★★★ Over 50 years removed from 1971’s original “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory,” Gene Wilder’s iconic interpretation of the maniacal chocolate-loving tycoon remains a significant...

On Friday, Dec. 8, Nicki Minaj ended her five-year-long hiatus from album production with the release of “Pink Friday 2.” Minaj’s new album, a sequel to 2010’s “Pink Friday,” reminds listeners that she never fails to be her most authentic self.

Nicki Minaj’s “Pink Friday 2”: Every song ranked

By Zhara Thomas January 5, 2024

On Friday, Dec. 8, Nicki Minaj ended her five-year-long hiatus from album production with the release of “Pink Friday 2.” Minaj’s new album, a sequel to 2010’s “Pink Friday,” reminds listeners...

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