Alina Edwards, Wellesley College

The latest film featuring Viola Davis demonstrates the importance of both diverse creators and shining a light on events previously confined to the margins.

Alina Edwards, Wellesley College

Although fiction set in college environments often means to critique academic institutions, these books can still be great comfort reads.

Alina Edwards, Wellesley College

Over the past few years, cinephiles have become increasingly distressed by how often Hollywood employs overused plots. South Korean films, in contrast, thrive when it comes to creativity. What can Hollywood learn from these movies?

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The fantasy romance film, from the director of the ‘Mad Max’ movie franchise, promises enchanting visuals but suffers from a shaky, poorly structured plot.

Alina Edwards, Wellesley College

A24’s new film is both an Agatha Christie-style murder mystery and a biting yet necessary satire of Generation Z culture.

Alina Edwards, Wellesley College

The new hit Korean drama, recently renewed for a second season, is every bit as remarkable as the title promises despite its flaws.

Alina Edwards, Wellesley College

Brad Pitt’s bloody action comedy proposes a new kind of hero but is bogged down by a predictable plot. Still, one thing’s for sure: This train ride will keep you glued to your seat.

Alina Edwards, Wellesley College

The streaming giant’s recent release is a frustratingly dull action film, starring two actors who have given much, much better performances.

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This medium is arguably the best way to learn about films. If you’re new to this world, here are five talented creators to check out.

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This latest novel from the bestselling author of ‘My Year of Rest and Relaxation’ and ‘Eileen’ is fresh in some ways and trite in others.

Alina Edwards, Wellesley College

Critics may not be falling head over heels for the latest ‘Marvel movie, but sometimes you need to ignore the bad reviews and just have some good old-fashioned entertainment.

Alina Edwards, Wellesley College

Although you’ve gotten closer to adulthood, this collection of classic works and new releases will reawaken your youthful love of life.

Alina Edwards, Wellesley College

The female protagonists of several contemporary novels highlight some significant shifts in 21st-century culture.

Alina Edwards, Wellesley College

The author’s two novels introduce us to a heroine unlike any other, one who can inspire and guide aspiring writers in their own journeys of self-discovery.

Alina Edwards, Wellesley College

Disney should remember what made the original films so successful instead of remaking the same plot over and over.

Alina Edwards, Wellesley College

Though directors often use women as protagonists in thriller films, their male perspective turns characters into puppets — and Alex Garland’s film is no exception.