Pumpkins, witches, black cats, and most importantly – candy. Yep, you got it: it’s that time of year again. Halloween is just around the corner, and the big question on everyone’s minds is what to do for this year’s holiday. Luckily, The Link has compiled a list of the coolest, most happening Halloween events in…
Do you love warm seasonal spices but hate the cloying sweetness of artificial syrup? If you crave pumpkin flavour, but lattes and pie just don’t do it for you, there’s another way to get your spiced pumpkin fix: Pumpkin beer! Most breweries now produce seasonal beers. At my last count, a well-stocked liquor store took…
The horror film Antisocial is a twist on the classic zombie apocalypse movie. It was featured at the Vancouver International Film Festival in early October. The film follows five college students who are forced to barricade themselves in their apartment on due to an apocalyptic outbreak. The movie’s protagonist, Sam, ventures out to celebrate New…
Miley Cyrus’ highly anticipated album Bangerz just dropped at number one and it may surprise critics and fans alike. The album boasts thirteen new tracks from the former Disney queen and features collaborations with Britney Spears, Nelly, and Ludacris. Diehard Miley fans may opt for the deluxe online-exclusive edition, which has three extra songs. All…
When you think of a premise for a romantic comedy, “sexually transmitted disease” is far from the first thing that comes to mind. But after watching hours and hours of contemporary romantic comedies on in-flight TV sets, one Vancouver filmmaker decided it was time to shake up the genre. Thus, the concept for That Burning…
Accepting that our extended summer has come to a halt—and that it is time to pack away our beautifully-coloured sundresses—is not easy. Instead of mourning the loss of sunshine, let’s embrace this typical Vancouver weather. Fall is here and that means new fun experimenting with layers, textures and styles. Welcome back booties, cozy infinity scarves,…
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to slowly suffocate in space? After watching Mexican director Alfonso Cuarón’s near-perfect masterpiece, Gravity, you will have a visceral understanding of what it would be like to slowly lose oxygen 600 km above Earth. Where does one begin in describing a film of this magnitude? The…
MGMT – MGMT Columbia MGMT are in their comfort zone when they are making their fans feel uncomfortable. Consider a recent appearance on Letterman, in which the band played their new single “Your Life is a Lie.” Lead singer Andrew VanWyngarden bangs a giant cowbell bearing the word “BEWARE” throughout the song, singing mantra-like lyrics:…
Literature lovers, comic connoisseurs, and other book buffs came out to WORD Vancouver at the end of September to check out some of the best work from Vancouver’s literary field. The festival has celebrated nineteen years of success, and usually brings bookworms from all over. However, a downpour on the first day put quite a…
Designers and style lovers from across the globe filled the Vancouver Chinese Cultural Centre for Vancouver Fashion Week this September, anticipating 2014 Spring/Summer trends. Last season, men’s fashion saw many prints, bold colours, and eccentric accessories with cross-body bags and retro sunglasses. Next year has a bit more edge. Inspired by early 90’s grunge (picture…
War Horse is a rare theatrical experience for culture buffs, blending traditional stage elements with modern puppetry to create a spellbinding show. It is one of the most captivating stage productions to ever visit Vancouver’s Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Based on Michael Morpurgo’s 1982 novel of the same name and adapted for the stage by Nick…
Another school year is beginning at BCIT, and with the autumn weather comes premiere season on TV – a perfect procrastination excuse for students. Every year, the wait for television premieres in the last half of September is unbearable. There seems to be even more anticipation this year, as there are many exciting shows ending…