Rocco Romano, University of Iowa, Author at Study Breaks

Top 4 Stephen King Adaptations and the Best Ones Coming Up

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

Will new King-inspired works be as good as the classics?…

October 14, 2019

The Messages and Lessons of ‘Between Two Ferns: The Movie’

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

Even as a faulty film, the idea behind the Zach Galifianakis vehicle communicates a lot about culture and society. …

October 4, 2019

‘It Chapter Two’ Is Mostly Successful in Mixing Playfulness and Horror

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

It's neither the best nor the worst adaptation of Stephen King’s novels.…

September 21, 2019

Amazon Prime’s ‘Carnival Row’ Is a Fantasy Tale Unlike Any Other

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

With exciting world-building and a unique commentary on social issues, 'Carnival Row' is another solid effort by Amazon Prime.…

September 11, 2019

‘Gears 5’ Looks to Revolutionize the ‘Gears of War’ Franchise

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

The latest installment of the 'Gears of War' franchise promises to bring a fresh perspective to the classic third-person shooter.…

September 3, 2019

4 Commonly Used Workplace Personality Tests

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

There’s more to your working habits than meets the eye.…

August 25, 2019

‘The Irishman’ Is Martin Scorsese’s Most Ambitious Film Yet

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

Scorsese and De Niro are back to bring the Mafia genre to a new generation.…

August 19, 2019

You Should Definitely Listen to Music in a Foreign Language

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

Listen outside of your comfort zone.…

August 12, 2019

‘The Boys’ Is Dark and Irreverent for All the Right Reasons

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

Amazon Prime's surprise hit is a tragic comedy not for the faint of heart.…

August 6, 2019

4 Modern Film Composers Who Are Better Than the Classics

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

Classical music isn't dead, it's just evolved into something greater.…

August 2, 2019

4 Upcoming Lesser-Known Fantasy and Sci-Fi Adaptations

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

We might be approaching a golden age of TV sci-fi and fantasy.…

July 22, 2019

Season 3 of ‘Stranger Things’ Delivers on Visuals and Tears

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

The Fourth of July festival aren't the only fireworks in the third iteration of Netflix's sci-fi darling.…

July 13, 2019

3 Reasons Why More Schools Should Teach Latin

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

Because 'carpe diem' shouldn’t be the only Latin phrase anybody knows.…

July 7, 2019

What Writers Can Learn From Rune Myrland’s ‘Untying Aristotle’s Poetics for Storytellers’

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

Myrland read one of the Greek philosopher's most popular works so that you don't have to.…

July 3, 2019

4 YouTube Channels All Creative Writing and Film Students Should Know

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

Learn from the small screen of your computer so you can excel on the silver screen of the movie theatre.…

June 27, 2019

The 4 Best Versions of Godzilla to Ever Grace a Screen, Ranked

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

Of the 35 'Godzilla' films ever made, who belongs on the reptilian Mount Rushmore?…

June 20, 2019

Amazon Prime’s ‘Good Omens’ Is a Whimsical Romp Through the Apocalypse

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

Beyond outstanding performances from its main actors, "Good Omens" does not exactly deliver us from evil.…

June 14, 2019

Why MasterClass Is More Than Worth the Money

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

From directors and writers to politicians and chefs, the online teaching tool can help anyone hone their passions.…

June 5, 2019

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