By Xochitl Menjivar, San Francisco State University

For a long time, this taboo practice had negative connotations, but finally, the beliefs surrounding witchcraft have started to change.

By Tori Walz, Eastern Michigan University

Fans are eagerly anticipating how the show will continue to build on the relationships and plots that initially piqued their interest.

By Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

The coming-of-age show became a hit when it premiered on Netflix four years ago, but a lackluster finale may have ruined the entire series.

By Sonia Noorbakhsh, UC Berkeley

James Bond is the star of yet another action-packed film, but there are both pros and cons of going out to watch this new movie instead of waiting for it to stream.

By Daniel Reed

You have plenty of options when it comes to playing over the internet.

By Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University

Sony’s latest film about the classic anti-hero has opened up a multiverse full of opportunities for the character.

By Trinity Crompton, Molloy College

By Peyton Conner, Indiana University

As these gaming and sports memorabilia continue to appreciate in value, it is crucial to consider whether this new market is taking away fun from younger generations.

By Tori Barney, Columbia College Chicago

As fans anticipate the bittersweet ending of the popular YouTube docuseries, loyal viewers are looking back on beloved aspects that defined the show.

By Angelica Rovinski, Arcadia University

The trained actor and social media star brightens viewers’ days with comedic content based on his reactions to the world.

By Virginia Laurie, Washington and Lee University

‘Saw’ director James Wan’s original new horror film left audiences divided in their opinions, but the third act twists gave unanimous satisfaction.

By Noir Galvin, Arcadia University

What happens when we can’t use our favorite social media apps?

By Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University

Dust off your Switches! The recently announced Version 2.0 of the beloved video game promises everything players have been waiting for.

By Rory Conlon, De Anza College

The 1978 low-budget horror film transcends its limitations through technical mastery, keen storytelling and an unforgettable villain.

By Sonia Noorbakhsh, UC Berkeley

The popular science fiction novel is infamously complex, and you may understand Frank Herbert’s world better if you read the book first.

By Xochitl Menjivar, San Francisco State University

After a three-year hiatus, the cast of the fan-favorite spooky holiday movie is returning to perform their iconic roles in person.

By Tori Walz, Eastern Michigan University

The addictive world of social media is filled with toxicity and risks and is a place hardly suitable for young, impressionable children.

By Megan Heenan, Nevada State College

The release of ‘Venom: Let There Be Carnage’ has left fans wanting a collaboration between Peter Parker’s and Eddie Brock’s super-selves, begging the question: Who should be the villain that faces off against this unlikely duo?

By Illusion Ventura, Whittier College

While the American medical drama series is known for how long it’s been on the air, many are beginning to wonder how (and when) its characters’ storylines will truly end.

By Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University

With plenty of content from the original comics, the Amazon Prime show’s plot development is full of endless possibilities.

By Virginia Laurie, Washington and Lee University

The ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ star is slated to voice the iconic Italian video game protagonist, but people are worried that the movie will focus on star power over quality.

By Daniel Reed

Get into the game by viewing some of these classics about the country’s favorite sport.

By Tori Barney, Columbia College Chicago

Although the supernatural horror film possesses many similarities to beloved classics within the genre, it has somehow failed to receive parallel recognition.

By Peyton Conner, Indiana University

The groundbreaking video game series proves that it still looks good at 25 by rolling out games that offer new perspectives on the beloved Sinnoh region.

By Noir Galvin, Arcadia University

The social media app caters to individuals’ creative interests more than it attempts to attract likes and followers.

By Sonia Noorbakhsh, UC Berkeley

Regardless of genre, the TV show is filled with humor, drama and philosophical questions that can draw in anybody.

By Daniel Reed

You’ve seen the series — what would it be like to actually wager on it?

By Trinity Crompton, Molloy College

Fans of Mike Flanagan had high expectations for his new horror show, which left viewers feeling confused, unfulfilled and simply not scared.

By Angelica Rovinski, Arcadia University

The remake of the contemporary horror classic released earlier this year. But is there enough lore to keep the story interesting and new enough for its viewers?

By Asiya Robinson, Rowan University

The Netflix documentary details the pop star’s fight for freedom against her conservatorship.

By Becky Hardin, University of Arizona Global Campus

The latest film featuring Tom Hardy was finally released to eager audiences after several delays on its release date.

By Megan Heenan, Nevada State College

The country’s recent bans limit online access for underage users, which could be seen as an extreme act of control or an attempt to genuinely provide a solution to a serious issue.

By Daniel Reed

Get more people looking at your posts.

By Isabella Savides, University of Pretoria

Released in 2019, the nature documentary chronicles the countless — yet oftentimes overlooked — restorative properties of various strains of mushrooms.

By Tori Walz, Eastern Michigan University

In a world that expects marriage and children to be everyone’s end goal, those who don’t conform are publicly judged for their private choices.

By Virginia Laurie, Washington and Lee University

The Netflix hit’s newest season introduces Cal, a Black nonbinary character who presents a new standard for intersectional representation in the media.

By Xochitl Menjivar, San Francisco State University

The show’s producers are making drastic changes to the original story, and they’re being met with mixed criticisms.

By Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University

The trailer for ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ just dropped, but it feels like something is missing from the friendly neighborhood superhero.

By Sonia Noorbakhsh, UC Berkeley

The reality show competition offers content that can entertain even those who know nothing about the art.

By Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University

In a film that chooses to make a manipulative and, at times even creepy, character its hero, Ben Platt’s age is the last thing you need to worry about.

By Angelica Rovinski, Arcadia University

The YouTube and Facebook creator took time out from his regular content production to promote awareness — and raise donations — for children struggling with the disease.

By Daniel Reed

Shopping for a computer can be difficult, but it gets a little easier if you know what you are looking for.

By Fatima Sani, Rollins College

The similarities between the two iconic MCU superheroes reflect the depth and emotional richness to be found in stories told by oft-overlooked voices.

By Peyton Conner, Indiana University

The South Korean thriller offers an intimate look into the country’s debt struggles and provides a biting criticism of capitalism.

By Noir Galvin, Arcadia University

Disney’s live-action film tackles the competitive nature of vogue trends while still providing the title character an interesting backstory.

By Mariam Nasief, Columbia University

As the plot for Netflix’s hit Spanish show progresses, audiences conjure up fan theories and hold their breaths hoping for a satisfying conclusion.

By Lauren Sung, University of Georgia

Hollywood lacks in diversity when it comes to LGBTQ+ actors, but does that mean gay characters should only be played by gay actors?

By Jenna Nelson, Scripps College

Korean pop groups are everywhere, but they wouldn’t dominate as much as they do without the hard work of the people who design their dance moves.

By Savannah McCracken, University of Arizona

Upcoming releases and updates to old games mean that fans have a lot to be happy about.

By Zach Spangler, University of Michigan

The PBS docu-series just hit Netflix and views the human body’s complex systems on a microscopic level while applying them to the real world.

By Kelsi Karpinski, Michigan State University

As with any up-and-coming movie, this one had a lot to live up to, and where it exceeds expectations in some places, it falls short in others.

By Daniel Reed

Here are some colleges and universities where you can learn what exactly goes into your favorite games.

By Ian Linn, Oberlin College

James Wan’s newest horror picture is satisfying and entertaining, but viewers hoping for a crowd-pleaser with supernatural scares may be disappointed.

By Daniel Reed

It’s a new decade — you don’t have to have your own team of web developers to make an application anymore.

By Karen Lu, Yale University

Whether in more obvious cases like ‘Blade Runner’ or in more surprising films like ‘Titanic,’ cultural artifacts, aesthetics and stories from the Eastern hemisphere continue to play a big part in Western cinema.

By Ariana Quijano, Georgia State University

By Niall Calvert, Wesleyan University

Nanfu Wang’s unrelentingly terrifying documentary about China’s handling of the COVID-19 outbreak teaches the most pertinent lessons about grief, honesty and human nature.

By Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

Celebrating the show’s 25th anniversary, Nickelodeon brought back the series’s original host, Steve Burns, to deliver a video to those who grew up watching.

By Brunella Tipismana, Smith College

The quiz-making platform, noticeably different from the Buzzfeed quizzes loved by millennials, ultimately tells us something about Gen Z and how they use the internet.

By Zach Spangler, University of Michigan

The movies’ unique stories work contrary to the Hollywood blockbusters of the past decade yet stockpile critical praise and adoring fanbases all the same.

By Darby Williams, University of Michigan

The anger-prone chef’s hit reality TV program may not be fine dining, but it’s downright indulgent.

By Jenna Nelson, Scripps College

These viral sensations are repetitive, making their popularity over more creative works frustrating.

By Fatima Sani, Rollins College

David Lowery’s last film has generated a lot of discussion but few meaningful answers.

By Kelsie Westmoreland, Washington and Lee University

The People’s Princess lives on, helped in part by an upcoming musical and motion picture about her life.

By Jenna Amore, Oakland University

Is your favorite real-life simulator feeling boring? The addition of some fan-made modifications will keep you on your toes and make your Sims’ lives a lot more interesting.

By Ariana Quijano, Georgia State University

It appears that the masses believe this gender-swapped remake of ‘She’s All That’ really is all that — whether they like it or not.

By Lauren Koop, London School of Economics - Peking University

TikTok has been inundated with videos about this super-productive, effortlessly healthy persona. Unfortunately, she’s obscuring our image of wellness and confidence.

By Brunella Tipismana, Smith College

Are school-issued monitoring apps working to prevent bullying and self-harm, or are they closing children off from the internet?

By Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

It started as a freestyle on his livestream — now, TikTokers are rapping the song about the Adult Swim cartoon in front of historical sites.

By Daniel Reed

If you’re using Instagram, Facebook, et. al., for your business, make sure you’re taking advantage of tools that can help you grow.

By Kelsi Karpinski, Michigan State University

The now-demonetized online celebrity created numerous parasocial relationships with his underage fans and sparked outrage over his problematic behavior.

By Natalie Gabor, Indiana University-Bloomington

Their absurdist comedy might seem like a bunch of randomnesses, but it’s really a coping mechanism for a world in crisis — and it’s funny to boot.

By Beth Nipper, University of Iowa

To grab the attention of would-be customers, companies often try to give off the air of casual relatability — a pose that, in reality, has been carefully constructed.

By Karen Lu, Yale University

Just because they’re not real doesn’t mean that they can’t be a source of consolation or contentment.

By Michelle Buckley, Chapman University

Victoria Justice stars in this new Netflix ‘un’-original that offers overused storylines, subpar comedy and over-the-top scenarios.

By Olivia Wisse, Hofstra University

Whether you’re looking to relax your mind with yoga or burn calories without having to disturb your neighbors, these health influencers will help you work out in your small living space.

By Kelsie Westmoreland, Washington and Lee University

TLC’s hit reality TV show followed young pageant girls’ journeys to stardom — but it wasn’t always pretty.

By Ian Linn, Oberlin College

While the show seeks to fight stereotypes by taking them to the extreme, it doesn’t go nearly far enough to make a meaningful statement.

By Niall Calvert, Wesleyan University

The controversial anonymous social media platform has returned to the App Store after four years of absence, and its rebirth has initiated a long and complicated path to reconciling its ugly past.

By Jenna Amore, Oakland University

The creators of the beloved game series Life is Strange have created a new game with the first-ever playable transgender protagonist. While many are singing its praise, the majority of critics have not been kind in their reviews.

By Zach Spangler, University of Michigan

The streaming service’s new documentary offers basketball fans a rare, but necessary, perspective on the 2004 brawl between players and fans.

By Savannah McCracken, University of Arizona

Marvel’s latest release saved box offices and set a precedent for the future of the blockbuster during the pandemic.

By Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

While the film assembled a high-power, star-studded lead cast, it skimped on the story, script and overall execution.

By Zach Terrillion, Oberlin College

LGBT+ content creators like Blaire White and Kalvin Garrah are pushing members of the community towards the alt-right.

By Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University

Although some have taken issue with the plot this season, the series still charms in its signature way, choosing to spotlight mental health and character development.

By Brunella Tipismana, Smith College

After the Bon Appétit scandal hit the popular platform, another chef full of personality and charm has risen to take its place.

By Fatima Sani, Rollins College

The action-thriller premiered on Netflix to mixed reviews, but audiences agreed on the star actor’s exceptional performance.

By L.R. Staples, Sarah Lawrence College

A cover by @mars_is_great is inspiring other users to include the song in videos of their own as they appreciate remarkable works.

By Michelle Buckley, Chapman University

The fantasy drama that brought fairytale characters to a realistic, modern world deserves a reboot with new Disney characters and storylines.

By Jayni Nielsen, Pace University

By Anna Hupp, University of Wyoming

This bizarre new rock opera, written by pop duo Sparks and directed by Leos Carax, lays its characters’ thoughts and feelings bare … or so it seems.

By Beth Nipper, University of Iowa

Fans definitely have some mixed feelings about the Netflix remake of this beloved cartoon — and rightfully so.

By Ariana Quijano, Georgia State University

The digital media giant has given the internet content for several years; however, the creators that have left seem to be much more successful in their creative endeavors.

By Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

When a group of troubled individuals goes to a wellness retreat in search of healing, they have no idea what’s waiting for them.

By Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University

With promises of the return of two fan-favorite villains and teasing the long-speculated appearance of Tobey Maguire, let’s take a look at what makes the OG web-slinger so unforgettable. 

By Jael Davis, DePaul University

While the series contains some blindspots regarding race, on the whole, the show skillfully depicts pervasive issues in our society.

By Savannah McCracken, University of Arizona

The long wait is finally over.

By Nathan Kolodney, Wesleyan University

While high fashion has always been incredibly influential, this HBO Max show is aiming to change the culture surrounding an entirely ignored style of clothing.

By Niall Calvert, Wesleyan University

One of the largest subscription platforms almost betrayed its creators, exposing the fragility of safe virtual spaces for producers of adult content.

By Fatima Sani, Rollins College

The Netflix television show humorously comments on contemporary university life while also tackling important issues such as gender and race.