Screens - Page 119

‘Her Story,’ a Tender Portrayal of Trans Lives, Succeeds Where Hollywood Failed

Tricia Crimmins, Bates College

Jen Richards and Laura Zak's groundbreaking series has been nominated for an Emmy and is free on YouTube.…

July 20, 2018

The ‘Teen Titans’ Are Getting Revamped in the New Live Action ‘Titans’

Alexis Rogers, Temple University

Say goodbye to Batman, because Robin is taking control.…

July 19, 2018

3 Amazing TED Talks for Aspiring Young Journalists

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that nothing beats a good TED Talk.…

July 19, 2018

‘The First Purge’ Is Saturated with Timely Political Commentary

Ashlyn Leigh Willis, University of North Alabama

The film is first-rate political cinema.…

July 19, 2018

Where Are Your Favorite Viners Now?

Rachel Hall, Augustana College

Well, okay, everyone knows where Logan Paul is. But what about everyone else?…

July 19, 2018

‘Stranger Things’ Just Dropped the Teaser Video for Season 3

Alexis Rogers, Temple University

Anybody else suddenly get in the mood for ice cream?…

July 19, 2018

‘How It Ends’ Delivers Little More Than Clichés and Regressive Stereotypes

Vanessa Chen, Franklin and Marshall College

No need to wonder how it ends — it sucks.…

July 19, 2018

AMC’s Upcoming ‘Lodge 49’ Offers a New Perspective on Fraternities

Joey Cunningham, University of Arizona

It's actually ... positive?…

July 19, 2018

Jude Law Answered the Question About Dumbledore Everyone’s Been Wondering

Rebecca Crosby, American University

Will the Hogwarts headmaster's sexuality be portrayed??…

July 19, 2018

‘Marvel Rising’ Will Bring Animated Female Empowerment to Younger Audiences

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

The Disney feature film will showcase the powers of Kamala Khan, America Chavez and six others.…

July 18, 2018

Ariana Grande’s New Music Video Proves That God Is Definitely a Woman

Cameron Andersen, New York University

So you'd better used it.…

July 18, 2018

With ‘Sacred Games,’ Bollywood Goes West

Caleb Edwards, Michigan State University

Whether or not the series is well received in America, however, is yet to be seen.…

July 18, 2018

Ali Wong Hilariously Strips Away the Wonders of Motherhood in ‘Hard Knock Wife’

Jamie Lovley, University of Maine

The NSFW special will have you in fits of laughter and then going to vote for comprehensive maternity leave.…

July 18, 2018

Here’s What’s Coming to Netflix in August 2018

Alexis Rogers, Temple University

Amongst other things, Rev Run has somehow managed to get his whole family back on television again.…

July 17, 2018

Do We Want Artificial Intelligence Running Hollywood?

Carly Ristaino, Union College

If movies have taught us anything, it's that robots are not to be trusted.…

July 17, 2018

Is Donald Glover Selfish for Staying off Social Media?

Gabbi Calabrese, Arkansas Tech University

His lack of internet presence feels a bit like a wasted opportunity.…

July 17, 2018

The Best 4 Docuseries on Netflix

Alexandra Fabugais-Inaba, Rutgers University

You've just found your next new binge-watch.…

July 17, 2018

‘I Kill Giants’ Is a Technicolor Portrayal of Social Isolation

Shaina Lapuebla, Central Connecticut State University

The film marries psychological trauma with glitter and gummy bears to deliver a somber message.…

July 16, 2018

Vive la France! The Best Reactions to France’s World Cup Victory

Maya Ramani, University of Virginia

Even Pelé was impressed enough to weigh in.…

July 16, 2018

‘Sierra Burgess Is a Loser’ Is Either Going to Be Excellent or an Absolute Trainwreck

Karena Landler, Georgetown University

Will it be a genuine coming-of-age story about beauty, or a shallow comedy about a fat high school girl?…

July 16, 2018

The 2018 Emmy Nominations: What You Need to Know

Maya Ramani, University of Virginia

Sandra Oh makes history, John Legend is a jack of all trades and so much Netflix.…

July 16, 2018

It’s 2018. Can People Please Stop Making Fun of Millennials?

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

A hashtag that tried to roast millennials took a serious, but surprising turn.…

July 16, 2018

A Red-Headed Rivalry Reemerges in the Star-Studded ‘Mary Queen of Scots’

Katie Sheets, University of Vermont

Which Hollywood queen — Saoirse Ronan or Margot Robbie — will win the Oscar?…

July 16, 2018

Does ‘On My Block’ Go Too Far?

Tori Ihnen, Fort Hays State University

It might not look like your 14-year-old life, but it's certainly realistic.…

July 15, 2018

VICE’s ‘Minority Reports’ Only Reinforces Negative Perceptions of HBCUs

Myah Clinton, University of Alabama at Birmingham

The first episode of the new YouTube series has led to a lot of controversy, but not much else.…

July 15, 2018

Let’s Stop Laughing at Alex Jones

Candace Baker, University of Texas at Austin

Infowars might be a joke, but the audience it's building isn't funny at all.…

July 14, 2018

Why ‘BuzzFeed Unsolved’ Is the Perfect True Crime Show for Both Believers and Skeptics

Allison Kestler, Augustana College

The hosts disagree on everything, which leads to different perspectives and comedy gold.…

July 13, 2018

The 10 Hands-Down, Funniest Moments from ‘Archer’

Christian Nelson, Eastern Michigan University

With nine seasons in the books, the not-so-super spy Sterling Archer has had his share of iconic moments.…

July 13, 2018

In Praise of Rashida Jones, Who Sidelined Her Career to Focus on Activism

Study Breaks Staff

She’s a lot more than just Karen from ‘The Office.'…

July 13, 2018

‘Sorry to Bother You’ Might Be Perpetuating the Same Problem It Lampoons

Maria Basileo, Central Connecticut State University

Boot Riley's new film runs the risk of becoming a self-fulfilling prophecy.…

July 13, 2018