Julia Concepcion, Virginia Commonwealth University

Female comedians can be just as funny as male comedians. They just don’t get the same opportunities.

Katherine Hollis, New York University

Through their focus on activism, aesthetics and self expression, Generation Z’s fashion has warped into curated chaos.

Olivia Madrid, Florida State University

What are the best and worst moments in the history of one of reality TV’s most iconic shows?

Katherine Hollis, New York University

Among all of the Internet’s trends, corecore is the new anti-trend that’s starting to take over people’s for-you pages.

Erica George, Louisiana State University, Shreveport

The Netflix documentary, “High on The Hog” explores the history of the celebrated cuisine.

Emily Chang, Wellesley College

It’s become increasingly popular for traditional Asian foods like matcha to be commercialized in the West.

Emily Chang, Wellesley College

Embracing femininity, liberalism and being hot: the term has found a new and improved definition on TikTok.

Sarah Deavers, University of Virginia

From this Instagram account, users learn astute lessons from kids with insight well beyond their years.

Reatha-Mae Newman, SUNY College at Brockport

One of the most frustrating experiences a television viewer can have is a show cancelation right when it starts to get good.

Julia Concepcion, Virginia Commonwealth University

Movies don’t need to be complex in order to resonate with audiences; they just need just emotional gravitas. A killer soundtrack helps, too.

Katherine Hollis, New York University

With a wave of upcoming artists emerging after the pandemic, the future of live musical performances may be smaller than anticipated.

Malaki Lingg, The University of Texas at San Antonio

The beloved ‘Harry Potter’ series has some unfortunate connections to bigotry and antisemitism.

Joshua Laine, Emmanuel College

Does this long-awaited video game share problematic ties with Russia?

Elizabeth Fulton, Emory University

Beyoncé and Angela Bassett’s losses represent the fundamental problem with how awards ceremonies undervalue Black actresses, directors and musicians.

Daniel Guerrero, College of the Canyons

This film recaptures blockbuster excellence with its action, musical numbers, comedy and fictional bromance between two Indian revolutionaries.

Dominic Catalano, Arizona State University

Let’s get up to speed before watching the most recent season of this hit series.

Sarah Deavers, University of Virginia

Ten predictions for the remainder of “Ted Lasso.”

Morgan Brown, Wake Forest University

In Japanese animation, LGBTQ+ representation has only improved with the popularity of mystical female characters.

Daniel Guerrero, College of the Canyons

Leveling up from video games to theme parks, this iconic video game designer continues to expand the world of everyone’s favorite plumber.

Alex Muniz, Pace University

The world’s worst film, or a crazy creative triumph?

Emily Chang, Wellesley College

Everyone wants to make six figures and enjoy an endless supply of perks, all while avoiding the ugly truth about the largest tech companies.

Olivia Madrid, Florida State University

The latest Ant-Man movie leaves something to be desired.

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

One of the many ways to show your appreciation for women this March is to consume some of the best female directed films in the industry.

Sarah Deavers, University of Virginia

“Pamela, a love story” authentically documents the highs and lows of the famous blonde model’s life, shining a light on her immense compassion.

Alex Muniz, Pace University

A look back on Hollywood’s most wholesome guy.

Joshua Shweiki, University of Maryland, College Park

A dive into the XFL and how it plans on competing with the NFL.

Kate Wunderlich, Elon University

Fancy food is overrated, anyway.

Victoria Hock, Houghton University

Is it right or wrong to say there is comfort in familiarity?

Morgan Brown, Wake Forest University

The movies of the 1940s and 50s still inspire artists today, even in vastly different genres.

Dominic Catalano, Arizona State University

The long-awaited finale to this beloved sitcom failed to deliver on many promises.

Daniel Guerrero, College of the Canyons

From Pearl screaming ‘I am a star’ to M3GAN singing a cover of ‘Titanium,’ horror has entered a new wave of storytelling and filmmaking.

Elizabeth Fulton, Emory University

This tragically beautiful film provides a fresh perspective on parent-child relationships.

Emily Chang, Wellesley College

Most social media platforms enable constant comparison, but LinkedIn seems to be the most toxic of them all.

Joshua Laine, Emmanuel College

For a film centered around boxing, Rocky’s greatest victory is actually his relationship.

Olivia Madrid, Florida State University

Despite their complicated origins, the undead continue to fascinate and terrify audiences around the world.

Elannah Swarnes Matos, University of Puerto Rico-Mayagüez

This animated feature is beyond the acclaimed director’s comfort zone, but exceptional nonetheless.

Morgan Brown, Wake Forest University

As it has become more mainstream in America, Japanese animation has attracted many African American fans.

Danni Shuai, University of Southern California

Dive into the cinematic productions that effectively encouraged society to make changes.

Azeezah Ibraheem, Near East University

This marriage of visual and written media is gaining remarkable traction online.

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

The film industry has slowly embodied the concept of reduce, reuse and recycle with biopics about celebrities.

Dominic Catalano, Arizona State University

There’s a lot to look forward to with this fun mashup of Marvel and film noir.

Julia Concepcion, Virginia Commonwealth University

Newer shows seem to be struggling at the moment, but there is still hope that they’ll become popular again.

Malaki Lingg, The University of Texas at San Antonio

This rising genre looks to be making a lasting impact on the film industry.

Katherine Hollis, New York University

In the advent of social media activism, we must remember to preserve personhood over shock value.

Valentina Palomino, SUNY Old Westbury

When it comes to kids watching TV, does the good actually outweigh the bad? 

Daniel Guerrero, College of the Canyons

Academy Award winning director Damien Chazelle’s love letter to film isn’t getting the recognition it deserves.

Olivia Madrid, Florida State University

Now that the Super Bowl is over, here are some films for fans to watch while waiting for the new season to begin.

Erica George, Louisiana State University, Shreveport

This beautiful yet tragic love story depicts the challenges of passing in the Jim Crow South.

Abby Worthington, Arcadia University

The actor’s face is popping up all over TikTok and causing quite a stir.

Elizabeth Fulton, Emory University

Check out the most recent underground hits of Black cinema.

Joshua Laine, Emmanuel College

The hit HBO Max show masterfully breaks away from queer stereotypes and embraces authenticity.

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

Calling all film lovers – this is the app for you!

Emily Chang, Wellesley College

Music trends come and go, yet the viral consumption of these sped-up audios have transformed the music industry.

Jacob Puestow, University of Wisconsin, Green Bay

This artist thrived on controversy; he built his film legacy on all things radical and risqué.

Megan Miller, Arizona State University

The recent Netflix documentary shows the couple’s struggles and reasons for exiting the British Royal Family, albeit for an unsubtle purpose.

Paul Hoskin, Weber State University

What started out as a punishment project for bad animators quickly turned into one of the most beloved fairytales of the 21st century.

Paul Hoskin, Weber State University

These illustrations deserve to be appreciated for their artistic merit.

Kane Howard, York College

As it turns out, mindlessly scrolling through bad news over and over again can cause some serious health issues.

Andrea Cepeda, University of North Texas

The social media platform now has over 51 million users; here are some creators worth watching!

Elannah Swarnes Matos, University of Puerto Rico-Mayagüez

Netflix’s hit show highlights the spooky family’s ancestry in a subtle yet effective way.

Paul Hoskin, Weber State University

Despite never matching the fame of other Disney Channel stars, she left an undeniable impact on our childhoods.

Jacob Puestow, University of Wisconsin, Green Bay

When considering the portrayals of characters in ‘Velma,’ it seems that people have forgotten what makes this himbo so loveable.

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

This film adaptation of a 2011 short story makes for a tragic, yet beautiful watch.

Alexander Landgraf, The University of Chicago

Regarded by many as the greatest comedian of all time, his reputation as the funniest man alive is slipping into a state of disrepair.

Azeezah Ibraheem, Near East University

These creators can show you the world: shining, shimmering, splendid.

Andrea Cepeda, University of North Texas

America’s most beloved doll is gracing the big screen in Greta Gerwig’s new feature.

Evan Tsuei, Westmont College

So bad they’re good, these interpretations focus too much on aesthetic and vibe at the expense of telling meaningful stories.

Elannah Swarnes Matos, University of Puerto Rico-Mayagüez

While it is often characterized as too snobby and inaccessible, the diversity of the genre makes the art form impossible to dismiss.

Kirsten Kalebich, Arizona State University

The second installment in this Dreamworks saga is surprisingly morally complex.

Paul Hoskin, Weber State University

This commercial mistake nearly cost the soda giant a military aircraft.

Chelsie Ross, Florida A&M University

This talented multi-hyphenate went from making Vines to winning Golden Globes.

Teagan Angell, Fordham University

The artist’s record-breaking single tells the tale of a woman wronged.

Chelsie Ross, Florida A&M University

Cameron’s latest film has been criticized for its depiction of indigenous cultures, leaving many fans wondering if it’s worth the watch.

Alexander Landgraf, The University of Chicago

He’s unanimously considered one of the greatest soccer talents of all time. But he also used his platform for good off the field, influencing superstars of the day to do the same.

Andrea Cepeda, University of North Texas

The streaming service appears to be digging its own grave.

Teagan Angell, Fordham University

Director Rian Johnson recently released “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery”. How does it stand out and how does it compare to its predecessor?

Shawna Smith, University of Phoenix

As it turns out, schools across the U.S. seem to be using “Mean Girls” as a model for their courses.

Caroline Ocampo, The University of Texas at Arlington

The misunderstood villain is a much-needed symbol for Indigenous Mesoamerican people.

Shawna Smith, University of Phoenix

Yes, you can buy this one too.

Jacob Puestow, University of Wisconsin, Green Bay

Even the most well-regarded animated shows have their faults.

Kane Howard, York College

Transgender individuals rarely see themselves depicted in a positive light in film and television — this spunky comedienne is changing that.

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

Netflix’s recent adaptation of the classic, controversial novel brings its emotional message and subversive story to a new audience.

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

Jake Gyllenhaal’s breakout performance makes this film a cult classic.

Chelsie Ross, Florida A&M University

This recent court case highlights the blatant hate and misogynoir faced by Black women everywhere. 

Azeezah Ibraheem, Near East University

Big Brother may not be watching you, but your FYP certainly is.

Alexander Landgraf, The University of Chicago

The basketball star’s recent induction into meme culture has placed him under a new type of spotlight. 

Paul Hoskin, Weber State University

With the recent release of ‘Avatar: The Way of Water,’ it’s time to determine the director’s greatest movie.

Jacob Puestow, University of Wisconsin, Green Bay

As these popular shows become worse in quality and reception, a fairly recent release may provide an answer!

Alexander Landgraf, The University of Chicago

As Argentina takes its victory lap after winning the 2022 World Cup, the performance of both athletes proves that individuals deserve to be appreciated for who they are. 

Azeezah Ibraheem, Near East University

This well-recognized television show has gained renown for its apparent ESP. But should the sitcom actually be attributed with so much success?

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

The new film presents a fascinating tale of redemption in a father-daughter relationship.

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

‘Love story meets cannibalism’ might be an emergent film genre.

Kirsten Kalebich, Arizona State University

Why is this art form so popular, and why is it causing so much harm to independent artists?

Kirsten Kalebich, Arizona State University

Disney+ has a new kids show that is stealing the hearts and attention of parents and children alike, one cute dog at a time.

Andrea Cepeda, University of North Texas

It turns out witch-hunts didn’t only happen in the 17th century.

Chelsie Ross, Florida A&M University

As perhaps one of the only non-controversial celebrities, the actor’s recent announcement has been met with a general consensus of joy. 

Jacob Puestow, University of Wisconsin, Green Bay

Seriously, why is it so hard to get this right?

Kirsten Kalebich, Arizona State University

What exactly can YouTube do to address the complaints lodged against it?

Teagan Angell, Fordham University

Now that Christmas is upon us, instead of jumping straight into classics we all love, why not give some of these holiday movies a try?

Andrea Cepeda, University of North Texas

These films may be connected in more ways than one.