The Echo

Harvey Keitel, Michael Caine and Paul Dano star in the new movie "Youth."

Italian director Paolo Sorrentino examines banality of aging in 'Youth'

Sorrentino creates another home run with his return to English-language dramedy, Youth.

By Tanner Stechnij | November 12, 2015

Local women seek to build community, foster creativity through zines

"There are so many underground artists, musicians and events in Phoenix that deserve recognition."

By Ivana Gonzalez | November 12, 2015

Vandit Bhatt and Elijah Alexander in Arizona Theatre Company

Herberger Theater stages 'Disgraced,' poses questions of U.S. race and identity

The Arizona Theatre Company production of "Disgraced" runs from Nov. 12-29 at the Herberger Theater, and its goal isn't to shy away from questions about faith and heritage.

By Skylar Mason | November 12, 2015

ASU Homecoming Writing Contest celebrates Navajo Nation, literary work of students

Students gathered to celebrate accomplishments of their peers and hear a renowned speaker about Navajo literature.

By Logan Saether | November 10, 2015

People watch movies as part of 'City Lights Movie Nights' at CityScape in downtown Phoenix in July 2015.

'City Light Movie Nights' film screenings celebrates localism in CityScape

'City Lights Movie Nights' to highlight local filmmakers with showing of 'Little Miss Sunshine.'

By Kayla King-Sumner | November 10, 2015

5 celebrities that also served in the military

Recognizing some of the best veterans turned celebrities in popular culture.

By Skylar Mason | November 10, 2015

Comedian Joel McHale performs for ASU students for homecoming week on Monday, Nov. 9, 2015, at Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe. McHale told jokes from an array of topics, ranging from ASU football to the Kardashians.

ASU Homecoming comedy show features laughs, 'Community' actor Joel McHale

Although some may consider this football season a joke, this week offers events that students may attend to ring in celebrating the arrival of the homecoming game on Saturday.

By Ryan Santistevan | November 10, 2015

Lesbian drama 'Carol' exceeds labels, becoming one of Hollywood's greatest love stories

"Carol" isn't just one of the best films of the year, it is a love story classic with one of the most gorgeous couples to grace the screen.

By Tanner Stechnij | November 9, 2015

Diamonds in the Dust: The Beta Band's forgotten ingenuity

The Beta Band epitomizes the meaning of “Diamonds in the Dust” and is a facet of the many egregious failures within musical fandom

By Nick Latona | November 9, 2015

Pixar directing animator talks 'The Good Dinosaur' before its Thanksgiving release

Rob Thompson, directing animator of "The Good Dinosaur" shared his teams' work with ASU about for the past four years in creating the Disney Pixar film.

By Ryan Santistevan | November 9, 2015

Biggest and best news to come from this year's BlizzCon

The yearly festival had a wealth of news and updates for both current and new games, as well as the debut of the much-anticipated 'Warcraft' trailer.

By Damion Julien-Rohman | November 8, 2015

'Spectre' puts Bond back into action, but don’t expect another 'Skyfall'

Craig sets out on an high speed adventure with his fourth installment as 007.

By Obie Dieke | November 7, 2015

Diane Coffee performs songs while opening for Of Montreal on Friday, Nov. 6, 2015, at Crescent Ballroom in Phoenix.

Of Montreal's live performance makes your nerves tingle like a St. Vitus dance

In his frilly red tunic and matching stockings and signature eye-paint, frontman Kevin Barnes gave a fun-house vibe to the stage presence which was already filled dancing skeletons.

By Logan Saether | November 7, 2015

'Brooklyn' beats mediocrity thanks good acting, capable direction

John Crowley’s “Brooklyn" can find an audience in nearly anyone, but fans of well made period dramas needn't look any further.

By Tanner Stechnij | November 6, 2015

Alexandra Ncube engaging in a Q&A session with ASU Theatre and Music students on Wednesday, Nov 4, 2015 at the ASU School of Music.

'Book of Mormon' actress Alexandra Ncube talks opportunity, challenges with ASU students

Talking with "The Book of Mormon" star Alexandra Ncube about touring professionally and her ASU roots.

By Skylar Mason | November 5, 2015

Drake performs at the Ak-Chin Pavilion in Phoenix on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2014. The rapper shared the bill with Lil Wayne in a show entitled 'Drake vs Lil Wayne.'

Adele and Bieber round out biggest radio bangers of fall music season

October brought some of the most buzz-worthy tracks of the fall including songs from Adele, Justin Bieber and more.

By Derek Loche | November 5, 2015

ASU radio station hosts 'Live and Local' charity concert in downtown Phoenix

ASU student-run radio station KASC The Blaze radio gives back to downtown Phoenix community with food drive.

By Ryan Santistevan | November 5, 2015

Ranking the best 'Bond' actors from No. 1 to 007

To celebrate the release of the James Bond movie Spectre, we rank the performances of the six actors who played the role

By Obie Dieke | November 4, 2015

Ed Harris (left) and James Franco star in 'The Adderall Diaries.'

Scottsdale International Film Festival to explore fine arts with stars Michael Caine, Cate Blanchett and more

The Scottsdale International Film Festival brings foreign and arthouse films to the front of the Valley this weekend.

| November 4, 2015

Beyond EDM: Lydmor and Bon Homme provide dark dance music for 'cuffing season'

On the fringe between Christmas snow and the summer sun, Lydmor & Bon Homme craft complex songs.

By Derek Loche | November 3, 2015

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