Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Author at Study Breaks

Jennifer Lawrence starring in the box office hit, "The Hunger Games" as Katniss.

The Iconic ‘Hunger Games’ Series Paved the Way for YA Dystopian Fiction

Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

Ten years after the release of the novel's first film adaptation, the trilogy remains the finest example of the genre.…

February 14, 2022

An illustration of Elizabeth Holmes with a icon of a hand giving the thumbs down next to her

The Conviction of Elizabeth Holmes Is a Victory for Feminism

Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

Although her attorneys tried to portray her as a helpless victim of male abuse, her defense ultimately rested on the idea that women can't make decisions for themselves.…

January 26, 2022

Photo of the Fab 5 from the newest season of Netflix's "Queer Eye."

Some of the Biggest Highlights From ‘Queer Eye’ Season 6

Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

For a show so heartwarming and inspiring, an episode-by-episode review is simply the only choice for discussion.…

January 19, 2022

Illustration of Bruno from Disney's "Encanto" for a review of "Encanto."

Disney’s ‘Encanto’ Reminds Us of Something All Too Easily Forgotten

Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

The film has received unanimous praise for its portrayal of multigenerational family dynamics, especially concerning children of immigrants.…

January 9, 2022

Illustration of Jonathan Larson playing the piano on a stage alone under a spotlight from new Netflix film "Tick, Tick... Boom!"

‘Tick, Tick… Boom!’ Is Netflix’s Heartfelt Musical Ode to Jonathan Larson

Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

The film adaptation of the autobiographical Broadway show is a passionate tribute to one of theater's most influential artists.…

January 4, 2022

Illustration of a man looking disgusted at two women's body hair for an article about hair removal stigmas.

Why Body Hair Removal Should Be a Choice, Not an Obligation

Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

Shaving has been scientifically proven to be unnecessary both hygienically and biologically, so why is skipping the act still stigmatized for women?…

December 30, 2021

Photo of 2000s boy band Big Time Rush's members, James Maslow, Carlos PenaVega, Kendall Schmidt, and Logan Henderson.

Big Time Rush Makes Its Long-Awaited Return

Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

The boy band from Nickelodeon's hit 2000s television show have finally made a comeback eight years after its end.…

December 20, 2021

A screenshot from HBO Max's The Sex Lives of College Girls

‘The Sex Lives of College Girls’ Is a Coming-of-Age Gem

Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

HBO Max's new dramedy portrays women's adolescence with a nuanced richness that tends to be rare in television.…

December 14, 2021

'Red (Taylor's Version)' for an article about social media marketing.

‘Red (Taylor’s Version)’ Inspired Clever Social Media Marketing Strategies

Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

Swift's re-recording of one of her most popular albums has taken the world by storm — and big companies are not excluded.…

December 8, 2021

in article about Red (Taylor's Version), image of Taylor Swift in car

‘Red (Taylor’s Version)’ and Taylor Swift’s Masterful Use of Lyrical Parallels

Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

The musician's newest re-released album shows how she has perfected the art of linking all of her music to form a bigger picture.…

November 29, 2021

Illustration of JoJo Siwa and Jenna Johnson as the first same-sex dance pair on "Dancing With The Stars."

JoJo Siwa Is Breaking Barriers on This Season of ‘Dancing With The Stars’

Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

As part of the competition show's first same-sex dance pair after over 15 years on television, the former 'Dance Moms' star hopes she's part of a gateway for acceptance among her young audience.…

November 19, 2021