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Is ‘Spiral’ the Whole Picture? We’ll See

Christian Cannon, Rice University

The film examines anti-Semitism and its repercussions in France, but critics say the scope is too narrow.…

July 13, 2018

Why Greta Gerwig Is the Perfect Director for ‘Little Women’

Danielle Richardson, Florida State University

After her masterful job with 'Lady Bird,' she's proved that she's ready to tackle Alcott's famous novel.…

July 12, 2018

Facebook Plans to Use Augmented Reality (Think Snapchat Filters) for Its New Ads

Rebecca Crosby, American University

See a scarf you like? Facebook wants you to be able to try it on without leaving your chair.…

July 11, 2018

Why the Backlash Scarlett Johansson Is Facing Is Well, Well Warranted

Alex Futo, Otterbein University

After accepting a role to play a transgender man, the actress already accused of whitewashing 'Ghost in the Shell' has very few excuses left.…

July 11, 2018

Disney’s #DREAMBIGPRINCESS Aims to Put More Women Behind the Camera

Maya Ramani, University of Virginia

You can't be what you can't see on on the credits reel.…

July 11, 2018

The Strangers-on-a-Plane Meet-Cute Shows Exactly How Online Misogyny Works

Rebecca Crosby, American University

'Be careful what you post online' applies way more to women.…

July 10, 2018

5 Works of Historical Fiction for People Who Hate History

Gabbi Calabrese, Arkansas Tech University

Apparently, history doesn't have to make your life miserable!…

July 10, 2018

The Best YouTube Channels with Under 1 Million Subscribers

Vanessa Chen, Franklin and Marshall College

The cat's out of the bag now, though.…

July 10, 2018

In Their Decision to Abstain from Censorship, Valve Has Taken the Coward’s Way Out

Caleb Edwards, Michigan State University

After years of searching for an appropriate way to curate their game selection, Valve has finally given up.…

July 10, 2018

Dwayne Johnson and the Art of the Monotonous Portfolio

Joey Cunningham, University of Arizona

His latest film, 'Skyscraper,' is nearly indistinguishable from his last five projects, and nobody seems to care.…

July 10, 2018

Sony’s New Superhero Movie Will Feature Its First Plus-Size Heroine

Cameron Andersen, New York University

All they have to do now is cast her.…

July 9, 2018

Introducing ThredUP, the Perfect App for Savvy Thrifters and Indecisive Buyers

Shaina Lapuebla, Central Connecticut State University

If you've ever felt like you're constantly out of two things — money and outfits — then boy do we have news for you.…

July 9, 2018

Mukbangs Are Taking Over YouTube, and It’s Making Everyone Hungry

Christine Fang, University of California San Diego

The Korean binge-eating videos have fans angry their own sluggish metabolisms.…

July 8, 2018

The Best Twitter Clapbacks of 2018 So Far

Rachel Hall, Augustana College

Mirror, mirror, on the wall, who’s the pettiest of them all?…

July 8, 2018

In Their Own Effort to Combat Fake News, Apple Is Getting Political

Josue Romero, Southwest School of Art

By adding a Midterm Elections banner to their news app, the company hopes to succeed where Facebook failed.…

July 8, 2018

How ‘Assassin’s Creed’ Lost Its Way

Christian Nelson, Eastern Michigan University

If you can't jump off a rooftop into a haystack, you're not playing an 'Assassin's Creed' game.…

July 8, 2018

5 Fan Theories for ‘The Office’ That Are Actually Probably True

Study Breaks Staff

Is 'The Office' even a mockumentary?…

July 8, 2018

The Problem With YouTubers Criticizing Other YouTubers

Jonathan Christian, Northwest Vista College

Internet beef between YouTubers isn't entertaining — it's weird, it's lazy and it should stop.…

July 8, 2018

Why I’ve Watched Moana 11 Times (and You Should Too)

Thomas Turner, University of Rhode Island

What can I say except you're welcome... for introducing you to this movie.…

July 8, 2018

After 30 Years, Terry Gilliam Has Finally Finished ‘The Man Who Killed Don Quixote’

Allison Kestler, Augustana College

The film was so plagued with production issues that its mishaps led to their own documentary, 'Lost in La Mancha.'…

July 8, 2018

The 5 Funniest Episodes of ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,’ Period.

Anastasia Cottone, St. Bonaventure University

From movie theater bomb threat pranks to store-bought Botox, 'Always Sunny' never runs out of cringey ways to make you laugh.…

July 7, 2018

5 Reasons Why Marvel’s ‘Cloak and Dagger’ Isn’t Your Typical Superhero Show

Alex Futo, Otterbein University

Heroism takes the backseat to adolescence, painful pasts and unorthodox powers.…

July 7, 2018

4 Asian Dramas That Offer Deeper Insight into East-Asian Life 

Vanessa Chen, Franklin and Marshall College

Love triangles, academic stress and journalistic persecution? The shows might be foreign, but the concepts certainly aren't.…

July 7, 2018

‘Love Is’ Brings Audiences a ’90s Love Story with Answers

Ayanna Totten, East Stroudsburg University

The new drama on OWN tells the real-life love story of black Hollywood couple, Salim and Mara Brock Akil.…

July 7, 2018

8 Video Games That Will Delight Aspiring Detectives

Erika Skorstad, Champlain College

Whether you’re solving a string of murders or chasing a bank robber, these video games will bring out your inner detective.…

July 7, 2018

Vet Tv Is Comedy Central for Ex-Military and an Eye-Opening Satire for Civilians

Christian Cannon, Rice University

It's not exactly feel-good comedy, either.…

July 7, 2018

12 Horror Movies Coming Out Later This Year

Alexis Rogers, Temple University

After watching these movies, you’ll be afraid of absolutely everything.…

July 6, 2018

‘Steven Universe,’ Once Again, Takes a Huge Step for LGBTQ+ Representation

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

More of this please.…

July 6, 2018

Lili Reinhart Is Setting a New Standard for Young Female Celebrities

Katie Sheets, University of Vermont

The 'Riverdale' star is body positive, fiercely supportive of other actresses and unapologetic about her ideals.…

July 6, 2018

The Skin Deep’s ‘THE AND’ Is a Look at Human Relationships at Their Rawest

Maria Basileo, Central Connecticut State University

The show explores the private conversations that occur in every intimate relationship.…

July 6, 2018