Ally Xu, Northeastern University, Author at Study Breaks

In an article about the movie "Everything Everywhere All at Once", a drawing of the main character Evelyn in an action scene

‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ Captures Even Tough-to-Reach Audiences

Ally Xu, Northeastern University

With the arrival of this A24 film, Dr. Strange in the MCU isn't the only multiverse traveler captivating theaters.…

June 7, 2022

in an article about the qipao, an illustration of three qipaos

For Over a Century, the Qipao Has Celebrated the Women of China

Ally Xu, Northeastern University

Ever since it was first invented in the 1920s, this traditional dress has followed the arc of modern Chinese history.…

May 26, 2022

An illustration of three celebrities who are nepo babies.

Not All Nepo Babies Are the Same

Ally Xu, Northeastern University

There is no greater gift than to be born into a family of Hollywood royalty. After all, what is there to worry about?…

May 22, 2022

Elon Musk Is the New King of Twitter

Ally Xu, Northeastern University

One of the world’s richest men is set to acquire the massive social media platform. But not everyone is happy.…

May 9, 2022

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Revolve Fest and Coachella Both Show the Power of Influencers

Ally Xu, Northeastern University

The two highly anticipated events reveal one of the most powerful forces behind some of the biggest brands.…

May 3, 2022

Netflix’s ‘Bridgerton’ Gets It Right in Season 2

Ally Xu, Northeastern University

Romance and family drama continue in the historical drama's second season, but the real win is the diversity shown on-screen.…

April 25, 2022

An illustration of how feral girl summer might look this year.

Have a Feral Girl Summer

Ally Xu, Northeastern University

There are fewer things with greater promise than the summer, and this new term offers a fresh take on how to go 'feral' this year.…

April 20, 2022

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AirPods Max Prove That Loyalty Is Everything to Apple

Ally Xu, Northeastern University

There is no doubt that the company is the unicorn of tech, but will their expensive prices be their downfall?…

April 13, 2022

‘Fresh’ Is a Horror Film That Mixes Gore and a Unique Premise

Ally Xu, Northeastern University

The movie is one of the latest Hulu originals and it is definitely unforgettable.…

April 5, 2022

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Here Is How You Can Help the AAPI Community in NYC

Ally Xu, Northeastern University

For Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, the past two years have presented serious challenges, but there are ways to help stop the hate directed toward this community.…

March 29, 2022

Illustration of Mei from Disney's 'Turning Red.'

‘Turning Red’ Marks a Turning Point for Disney

Ally Xu, Northeastern University

While the film, directed by Domee Shi, is the first from Pixar to be solely directed by a woman, its significance goes far beyond that.…

March 21, 2022

An illustration of a scene from Euphoria with the curtain closing on its second season.

‘Euphoria’ Drama Intensifies in Season 2 and After

Ally Xu, Northeastern University

It seems to be everyone's favorite drama-filled TV show out currently, but will the behind-the-scenes drama ruin it for everyone?…

March 14, 2022

Is the Oura Ring Worth the Hype?

Ally Xu, Northeastern University

The brand has managed to build a cult of the affluent around its product, but is the expensive ring really worth it?…

March 8, 2022

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‘Casual Instagram’ Seems More Authentic, but It’s Just as Curated as Before

Ally Xu, Northeastern University

While the new wave of posts from influencers looks a lot different from the carefully posed photos that defined an earlier generation of users, they aren't any less deliberate.…

March 2, 2022