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Apparently, The Onion Hates Facebook Just As Much As Everyone Else Does

Cameron Andersen, New York University

The satirical site let loose on a Twitter tirade against Facebook that was equal parts funny and disturbing.…

June 18, 2018

The ‘Wreck-It Ralph 2’ Trailer Has Raised Some Serious Red Flags

Christian Nelson, Eastern Michigan University

What started as a creative premise is at risk of becoming an ode to commercialism.…

June 18, 2018

‘Middle Ground’ Is a Blueprint for Having Contentious Discussions

Myah Clinton, University of Alabama at Birmingham

The YouTube series pits ideological opposites against each other, but the debates are tame, even respectful.…

June 18, 2018

4 Netflix Original Movies That Sci-fi and Drama Fans Will Geek Over

Thomas Turner, University of Rhode Island

It's hot outside anyway.…

June 17, 2018

Does ‘Five Points’ Earn Five Stars?

Ayanna Totten, East Stroudsburg University

The Facebook web series, 'Five Points,' explores common controversies with a potentially revolutionary platform.…

June 16, 2018

Why the ‘Me Before You’ Series Needs a Second and Third Movie

Danielle Richardson, Florida State University

The gut-wrenching twist at the end of the first film has, short-sightedly, discouraged any follow-ups.…

June 16, 2018

The 4 Classic Movies that Deserve Modern Remakes

Carrie Christensen, Pensacola Christian College

These classic films deserve some modern magic to bring their timeless plots to life.…

June 15, 2018

Pixar’s ‘Bao’ Marks an Important Step for Diversity

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

Chinese-Canadian director Domee Shi both wrote and directed the short film.…

June 15, 2018

Thanks to an Ironic Meme, Millie Bobby Brown Has Deactivated Her Twitter

Cameron Andersen, New York University

The #TakeDownMillieBobbyBrown meme has gone much, much too far.  …

June 15, 2018

5 Reasons Netflix’s ‘Queer Eye’ Deserves an Emmy

Rachel Hall, Augustana College

Plus a bonus one: Who doesn't want to hear an acceptance speech from the Fab Five?…

June 15, 2018

Buzzfeed’s List of Problematic Moments in Beloved Media Has Fans Livid

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

Which, as it just so happens, is exactly why what they're doing is so important.…

June 14, 2018

4 Girl-Power Movies from the 00’s That Need a Remake

Abby Hall, Hollins University

It's time to bring back your favorite female powerhouses.…

June 14, 2018

Tim Burton’s Involvement in the Live Action ‘Dumbo’ Guarantees a Masterpiece

Jamie Lovley, University of Maine

Get your tissues out now.…

June 14, 2018

Why Was the ‘Heathers’ Reboot Cancelled, but ‘13 Reasons Why’ Re-signed?

Carly Ristaino, Union College

Both deal with high school violence, but the shows have three critical differences.…

June 14, 2018

7 Episodes of ‘Decoded’ That Should Be Required Watching for Mankind

Haley Newlin, Southern New Hampshire University

The MTV series approaches uncomfortable topics, such as classism, racism and transgender tropes, in a comedic yet thought-provoking way.…

June 13, 2018

‘Hereditary’ Lives Up to the Hype, and Then Some

Jonathan Christian, Northwest Vista College

It's scary, yes, but it's also brilliant.…

June 13, 2018

‘Star Wars’ Fans Are a Problem

Caleb Edwards, Michigan State University

It's time for Disney to come up with a solution.…

June 13, 2018

Watch Out, World, Anime Is Going Woke

Shaina Lapuebla, Central Connecticut State University

And it's taking more than just your screens by storm.…

June 12, 2018

‘The Bachelorette’ Contestants, Ranked by Their Pick-up Lines

Rachel Hall, Augustana College

Physical attractiveness is important, sure, but a string of dumb words can really take the shine off a guy's six-pack.…

June 12, 2018

The Top 5 Movies Added to Netflix This Year

Tori Ihnen, Fort Hays State University

Time to add these titles to your binge list.…

June 12, 2018

The 7 Movie Sequels You Need to Watch in Theaters This Summer

Alexandra Fabugais-Inaba, Rutgers University

All of your favorite characters are back on the big screen as movie sequels are set to highlight theaters this summer.  …

June 12, 2018

‘Hereditary’: When ‘Horror’ Is Truly ‘Horrifying’

Katie Sheets, University of Vermont

Although the movie's plot seems similar to many others in its genre, the dread and horror it instills is not.…

June 11, 2018

Here Are 4 Eerie Crime Documentaries to Watch This Summer

Allison Kestler, Augustana College

Between the blood and investigative prowess, these documentaries will remind you that being a detective is nothing like playing Clue with the family.…

June 11, 2018

‘Legally Blonde 3’ Will Make You Happy, and Happy People Just Don’t Kill Their Husbands

Katie Sheets, University of Vermont

The next installment of the 'Legally Blonde' trilogy will not only bring joy, but also spark conversation about how to address the newest age of feminism.…

June 11, 2018

5 Gut-Wrenching Truths Taught by ‘Bojack Horseman’

Christian Nelson, Eastern Michigan University

It may be known for its black comedy, but the adult animated series 'Bojack Horseman' offers many nuggets of cynical wisdom.…

June 10, 2018

6 TV Shows That Understand Character Development

Monica Petrucci, Emerson College

In a world with endless content accessible around the clock, these shows have characters so realistic they could walk right out of your screen.…

June 10, 2018

The 11 Most Problematic ‘13 Reasons Why’ Characters

Myah Clinton, University of Alabama at Birmingham

Some characters you've just got to hate.…

June 10, 2018

Disney Sidekicks are More Important Than You Think

Thomas Turner, University of Rhode Island

They're furry, slippery and a little bit kooky, but most importantly, Disney's animal sidekicks are always there when you need them.…

June 10, 2018

Are Summer Movies Finally Promoting Diversity?

Jonathan Christian, Northwest Vista College

From female-led action flicks to independent horror, is this the summer Hollywood finally takes a step in the right direction?…

June 8, 2018

‘Ocean’s 8’ Challenges the Narrative of Female Protagonists

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

The all-female cast of 'Ocean’s 8' subverts many of the common narratives surrounding female characters by being unapologetic criminals.…

June 8, 2018