Amelie Allen, University of Arizona, Author at Study Breaks

Student laughing at college humor magazine she is reading.

Marooned Lampoons: The Abandoned Art of College Humor Magazines

Many old universities have long-running humor magazines that, while once extremely popular, are failing to keep up with the culture.…

April 18, 2024

The Uncertain Omens of ‘Late Night With the Devil’

Amelie Allen, University of Arizona

“Late Night With the Devil” is a creative and original indie horror film whose hype and potential legacy has been muddled by controversy due to their usage of AI imagery in the movie.…

April 8, 2024

Collage of Lupin characters under overlay of title.

The Many Timeless Faces of Lupin III

Amelie Allen, University of Arizona

In spite of his defunct concept, Lupin III has continued to entertain audiences with his recognizable but malleable persona.…

April 4, 2024

Calico Cats and Littlest Pet Shop figurines dressed in dresses.

Sylvanian Drama and the Neverending Nature of LPS Popular

Amelie Allen, University of Arizona

Sylvanian Drama has become a popular TikTok account through their videos of toys playing out soap opera plots, but the roots of this content go back further than one might think.…

March 17, 2024

Ghostbusters car submerged in mysterious liquid.

The Haunting of ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’

Amelie Allen, University of Arizona

“Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” releases later this month, and it remains to be seen whether the franchise can stand outside of nostalgia alone.…

March 12, 2024

Worthikids, Louie Zong and the YouTube Renaissance Man

Amelie Allen, University of Arizona

The internet age has given rise to a new type of multi-hyphenate independent artist, like Worthikids and Louie Zong.…

March 11, 2024

Different tools in media on Hollywood-like stars.

Five Pieces of Media That Will Inspire You to Create

Amelie Allen, University of Arizona

If you’re stuck on a project and feel like you’ve lost the urge to create, give these pieces of media a watch.…

February 28, 2024

For an article on the impact of the Garfield comic, an up close illustration of the iconic orange cat's low hanging eyes and iconic smirk.

Why We Love Garfield

Amelie Allen, University of Arizona

Dogs may be man’s best friend, but this lazy orange cat has been pop culture’s constant companion.…

February 22, 2024

Classic movie reel winding across screen saying "The End"

Whatever Happened to Turner Classic?

Amelie Allen, University of Arizona

David Zaslav laid off the Turner Classic executive team during June of 2023, but the reaction proves there is hope for classic film preservation and education.…

February 15, 2024

Illustration of Taylor Swift in Kansas City Chiefs Jacket in storm clouds.

Taylor Swift and the Maritime Superstition of Football Fans

Amelie Allen, University of Arizona

Taylor Swift’s current media backlash from Chiefs fans dates further back than anyone previously thought.…

February 5, 2024

Amelie Allen, University of Arizona

Contributing Writer

Amelie Allen

University of Arizona
Political Science, Minor in Journalism

"Amelie Allen is a senior at the University of Arizona studying Political Science and Journalism. She is passionate about storytelling and travel. In her free time, she enjoys reading, cooking, and watching old movies."

Marooned Lampoons: The Abandoned Art of College Humor Magazines

The Uncertain Omens of ‘Late Night With the Devil’

The Many Timeless Faces of Lupin III

Sylvanian Drama and the Neverending Nature of LPS Popular

The Haunting of ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’

Worthikids, Louie Zong and the YouTube Renaissance Man

Five Pieces of Media That Will Inspire You to Create

Why We Love Garfield

Whatever Happened to Turner Classic?

Taylor Swift and the Maritime Superstition of Football Fans

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Amelie Allen, University of Arizona

Contributing Writer

University of Arizona Political Science, Minor in Journalism

"Amelie Allen is a senior at the University of Arizona studying Political Science and Journalism. She is passionate about storytelling and travel. In her free time, she enjoys reading, cooking, and watching old movies."

University of Arizona
Political Science, Minor in Journalism