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‘Ringing Bell’, Unico, and Sanrio’s Dark Beginnings

Amelie Allen, University of Arizona

Everyone loves Hello Kitty, but Sanrio’s earliest films reveal something more ominous about the company.…

June 3, 2024

End of The Reel – Quentin Tarantino’s Swan Song

Kyle A. McLaughlin, Elizabethtown College

What will Quentin Tarantino’s final film be about?…

June 1, 2024

The Case for ‘80s Effects

Amelie Allen, University of Arizona

There’s some-Thing about ‘80s creatures that people just can’t shake. …

May 31, 2024

‘Tokyo Vice’ and the Disciplined Criminals in the Yakuza

Hamad Naroze, Hunter College

How the yakuza have conducted every insidious criminal activity in plain daylight within Japan.…

May 31, 2024

Why Live-Action Anime Films Aren’t Exactly Working Out

Abraham Ramirez, University of California, Los Angeles

Between whitewashed casts and terrible CGI effects, live-action anime adaptions don't seem to be hitting the mark for audiences.…

February 23, 2018

How Jordan Peele Has Changed Racial Visibility in Mainstream Media

Jovana Vajagic, DePaul University

Writer and director Jordan Peele has revolutionized racial representation in media and become a hero for millennials.…

February 23, 2018

Who Is Bertie Gilbert?

Jonathan Christian, Northwest Vista College

At 20 years old, the British filmmaker is already an expert in his craft and a unique voice in the world of indie cinema.…

February 23, 2018

These 6 TV Shows Turn 20 Years Old in 2018

Sema’Jay Hall, San Francisco State University

Happy birthday to these TV shows that are turning 20 years old this year!…

February 22, 2018

What We Know About Season 2 of ‘Mindhunter’ So Far

Miranda Maples, University of Tennessee

Fans of Netflix's 'Mindhunter' are thrilled about the scheduled release of Season 2 later this year, and here's what they can expect.…

February 20, 2018

From the Red Carpet to Capitol Hill

Gillian Farnan, SUNY Cortland

A look into how celebrities — by entering the political realm — affect the vote after actress Diane Neal announces she’s making a congressional run.…

February 20, 2018

‘Black Panther’ Has Black Audiences Nationwide Thrilled

Alex Johnson, New York University

The movie’s record-breaking weekend is further proof that diversity not only has a positive psychological impact, it makes a lot of money.…

February 19, 2018

Due to Sexual Harassment Allegations, Amazon Has Fired Jeffrey Tambor

Alex Johnson, New York University

The firing follows Netflix’s dismissal of Kevin Spacey, showing that networks are becoming quicker to sever ties with anyone accused of sexual harassment.…

February 18, 2018

These YA Dystopian Novels Need Their Own Movie Franchise

Michaela Sickles, Suffolk University

With movies like 'The Hunger Games', 'Divergent' and 'The Maze Runner' doing so well in recent years, young adult novels have become a huge hit.…

February 18, 2018

The 6 Spanish Movies Everyone Should Watch

Diego Galicia, Valencia College

With all the Hollywood blockbusters released every week, Spanish movies are not the top choices for many people, but they are true gems.…

February 18, 2018

The Most Anticipated TV Series of 2018

Pat Servin, Davenport University

Make sure your DVR has enough space to record them all or else you will suffer from FOMO.…

February 18, 2018

A Harebrained Scene in ‘Peter Rabbit’ Has Led to Boycotts

Erin Alexander, Middle Tennessee State University

After a scene in the new ‘Peter Rabbit’ film purportedly mocked food allergies, critics are calling for conscientious filmgoers to boycott the movie.…

February 16, 2018

Chance the Rapper Starts Film Festival in Chicago for Black History Month

Taylor Miller, SUNY Cortland

Every Friday and Saturday for the entire month, movie lovers can head to the Studio Grill in Chatham to watch some of the many films in the festival.…

February 15, 2018

Courtney Act’s ‘Celebrity Big Brother’ Victory Is a Win for the LGBTQ+ Community

Michele Mendez, Temple University

Courtney Act, whose real name is Shane Jenek, received the most votes on 'Celebrity Big Brother 21', beating conservative politician Ann Widdecombe.…

February 15, 2018

The 2018 Winter Olympics Are Off to a Fantastic Start for Team USA

Katie Lommen, Saint Louis University

The U.S. is dominating the Winter Olympics and even in a competitive atmosphere, countries are coming together for the sake of the games.…

February 15, 2018

‘The Bold Type’ Offers a New Persona for Women in Publishing

Selena Lundy, Grand Valley State University

In contrast to ‘The Devil Wears Prada,’ ‘The Bold Type’ suggests that ruthlessness is not a pre-req for success in the world of publishing. …

February 14, 2018

5 Reasons Why ‘Black Panther’ Is Expected to Dominate the Box Office

Andria Modica, Drexel University

'Black Panther' is likely to skyrocket in the box office, putting people of color in the well-deserved spotlight.…

February 14, 2018

‘Altered Carbon’ Is a Mind-Bending, Futuristic Story of Film Noir and Cyberpunk

Miranda Maples, University of Tennessee

Based on the first book in Richard K. Morgan's 'Takeshi Kovacs' trilogy, 'Altered Carbon' gives viewers a somber science-fiction series to watch on Netflix.…

February 14, 2018

Netflix’s ‘The End of The F***king World’ Is the Perfect Single-Season Show

Michaela Sickles, Suffolk University

The ‘End of The F***king World’ follows a psychopath teenager and an angsty girl who leave their normal lives and find themselves in ridiculous situations. …

February 13, 2018

‘Devilman Crybaby’ and Human Vice

Jade Hookham, UC San Diego

Netflix's original anime 'Devilman Crybaby' paints a world defined by blurred lines, especially those between the good and the evil, the righteous and the corrupted.…

February 13, 2018