Eric McInnis, Arcadia University, Author at Study Breaks

What the Next Oscars Could Look Like Based Off the Fall Film Festivals

Here's what the next Oscars might look like.…

September 26, 2017

Is Too Much Streaming a Bad Thing?

With Disney’s new streaming service being a part of the dozens of other platforms currently on the market, will people become tired of paying so much money for TV?…

September 21, 2017

5 TV Shows That Need to Make a Comeback

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

From “Danny Phantom” to “The Twilight Zone,” here are a few series that need to jump on the reboot/revival craze.…

September 15, 2017

Could the Leftist Group Antifa Create More Harm Than Good?

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

The anarchist movement has been heavily criticized as their tactics are hypocritical and could be used to the advantage of Republicans.…

September 9, 2017

Innovative Movie Studio A24 Is the Future of the Film Industry

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

The indie production company made famous by 'Moonlight' has become a safe haven for cutting-edge flicks and new-age marketing.…

August 25, 2017

Nickelodeon Splats Back onto TV with Some Old Favorites

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

Last month at Comic-Con, the cable channel revealed the first footage of the soon-to-be-revived 'Hey Arnold' and 'Rocko’s Modern Life,' and '90s kids couldn't be happier.…

August 16, 2017

‘Castlevania’ Lays the Blueprint for Video Game Adaptations

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

After decades of failed attempts to adapt a video game into a decent movie, the four-part Netflix series may have finally cracked the code.…

August 3, 2017

A Complete Rundown of Disney’s D23 Convention

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

The entertainment expo offered trailers and teasers galore, but, as usual, the biggest news was what Disney barely mentioned.…

July 26, 2017

Why Gordon Ramsay Is the GOAT of Reality Television

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

With his boisterous personality and passion for cooking, the famous Scottish chef has become one of the biggest television personalities of this decade.…

July 20, 2017

Ranking the Work of ‘Baby Driver’ Director Edgar Wright

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

With the critical and box office success of Edgar Wright’s newest action heist comedy, it's time to talk about the other great features in his filmography.…

July 17, 2017

Ohio State’s Matt Schiller Uses Engineering to Help the 90 Percent

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

The sophomore is currently developing a prototype for an expandable shoe, which will help those who can’t afford a new pair each year.…

July 13, 2017

Amazon Prime Is Coming for Netflix’s Video-Streaming Crown

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

The web retailer, which has significantly disrupted the tech, clothing and grocery industries, now has its eyes set on film and television.…

July 4, 2017

Weeks Later, ‘Wonder Woman’ Is Still Dominating the Box Office

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

The Amazing Amazon has beaten out her male predecessors by impressive margins.…

June 19, 2017

ABC’s ‘The Good Doctor’ Features an Autistic Lead, but Raises Concerns

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

While the show aims to promote neurodiversity, it falls prey to some cringeworthy tropes.…

June 12, 2017

Do #SaveOurShow Campaigns Actually Work?

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

You may be disappointed by the amount of impact that a show’s fans really have.…

June 5, 2017

Please, No More Chelsea Clinton

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

Despite the fact that voters across the aisle have expressed disdain for the Clintons, the DNC and the media seem to agree that doubling down is the answer.…

May 22, 2017

The Brave New World of Marketing Through Memes

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

Companies are trying more than ever to connect with consumers through the language of internet culture. But it's not easy.…

May 19, 2017

A ‘Vagina Monologues’ for Women of Color, Courtesy of the University of Michigan

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

Student Irene Syriac is the director behind 'Hush,' a monologue play produced by members of the school's Yoni Ki Baat club.…

May 4, 2017

Too Many Heroes

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

Next year ushers in a wave of new superhero flicks, but the comic-book boom is going to backfire.…

April 27, 2017

What the Academy’s New Rules Mean for Independent Animated Features

Here’s to Hoping the Academy’s Rule Change on Animated Films Doesn’t Backfire

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

Now, instead of having only animators vote for the Best Animated Film, anyone can. If you can't tell, this is not a good thing.…

April 21, 2017

A Brief History of YouTube Shooting Itself in the Foot

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

For a website reliant on user-submitted content, YouTube has a pretty incriminating track record of mistreating its content creators.…

April 12, 2017

What 'Samurai Jack' Could Represent for Adult Animation’s Future

What ‘Samurai Jack’ Could Mean for the Future of Adult Animation

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

The acclaimed show, which is again hauling in the accolades, begs the question: Why are there so few mature, animated series?…

April 5, 2017

Stanford’s Virag Mehta Discusses Accidentally Flipping Off Alex Trebek on ‘Jeopardy’

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

During his appearance on 'Jeopardy: College Championship Edition,' Mehta got to cross two items off his bucket list.…

April 3, 2017

Why Students Should Try Getting Involved In Campus Theater

Why Every Student Should Try Campus Theater at Least Once

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

Acting, which is the practice of literally becoming someone else for a period of time, is procrastination as art.…

March 22, 2017

After ‘Logan,’ What’s Next for the X-Men?

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

Films like 'Logan' and 'Deadpool' have changed the superhero genre, meaning a world of new opportunities for future flicks.…

March 18, 2017

Can We Agree That Live-Action Is Getting Boring?

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

Disney Studios is trying to "top pigs with pigs" with their new live-action movies, and while it's working in the box office, it's not working for some animation fans.…

March 8, 2017