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Members of 'The Boys' standing next to one another.

‘The Boys’—Elevating Juvenile Source Material

Kyle A. McLaughlin, Elizabethtown College

The Boys is one of the most popular shows on TV right now, but how can that be when its source material is so derided?…

May 6, 2024

Five Letterboxd Lists to Mix Up Your Movie Night

Amelie Allen, University of Arizona

With so much content available on streaming services, people often are overwhelmed by choice. Here are five themed lists to make that decision easier.…

May 5, 2024

The Prequels Turn Twenty-Five–Star Wars’ Sleeper Hit

Kyle A. McLaughlin, Elizabethtown College

The Phantom Menace turns 25 this year, but how did the public perception of the prequels take a massive about-face in the last decade?…

May 4, 2024

Two women kiss in front of a red background with a yellow stream twining through it like a stream of silk. The woman on the left bears a pink hoodie and a ponytail embraces her partner, garbed in a black dress with her hair in an updo. Her hands are placed on the first woman's chest in an intimate gesture.

“Saving Face” is the Best 2000s Queer Rom-Com You’ve (Probably) Never Seen

Archie Wagner, University of Iowa

The 2004 film features a mother and daughter navigating new circumstances amidst cultural expectations with humor and sensitive, deft craft.…

April 21, 2024

An article about "The Nightmare Before Christmas" features a monochrome silhouette of Jack Skellington and Sally and Oogie Boogie.

6 Spooky Facts About Tim Burton’s ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

In celebration of the film’s 30th anniversary this October, we recap 6 facts about Disney’s 90s animated classic.…

October 9, 2023

In an article about Queer Eye, the Fab Five lays in grass in a circle, smiling and laughing.

How ‘Queer Eye’ Does Reality TV Right

Steffi Stoffel, Columbia College Chicago

portraying the struggle of self growth with compassion…

October 8, 2023

In an article about serious issues in children's shows, three girl characters walk through the woods while a train with neon green light is behind them.

Two Netflix Children’s Shows That Tackle Serious Themes

Brynn Crisenbery, Northern Arizona University

Why it’s important to treat a younger audience with respect and create a show both adults and children alike can enjoy.…

October 8, 2023

Can Shooter Video Games Be Anti-War?

Joshua Laine, Emmanuel College

While the glorification of combat seems to be at the heart of many first-person shooters, there is also the potential for anti-war commentary.…

October 7, 2023

In an article about "it's always sunny in philadelpia" characters, 5 five figures stand in brght yellow outfits with a acat.

How Character Development Has Kept ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’ Interesting

Shannon Strenfel, Arizona State University

“It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” is the longest running live action TV show in history and the source of countless memes for good reason. …

October 6, 2023

In an article about Doja Cat's recent controversy, half of the rapper's face is portrayed with her old look and the other half her new look.

Doja Cat: The Hatred of Female Artistry and Uncomformity

Emily Chang, Wellesley College

Doja Cat has recently been in hot water due to her new look — does this criticism reveal how women are treated in the rap industry?…

October 4, 2023

In an article about "Fleabag" and "Normal People," a woman stands with an angelic light behind her and two people lean in for a kis.

‘Fleabag’ and ‘Normal People’ Represent Fallible TV Characters

Anne Bannon, Scripps College

How characters who make bad choices make the two shows spectacular.…

October 4, 2023

In an article about John Mulaney's controversies and comedy career, a man stands with a red suit on and red tie. He holds a microphone as a word bubble is beside his face with a bag of white powder and pill bottle.

John Mulaney’s Back from Rehab: Baby J’s Second Chance

Ava Coates, Emory University

Every generation has a John. How does Gen Z’s John tackle his recent controversies in his Netflix Special?…

September 28, 2023

In an article about joint film releases, multicolored figures stand and stare in front of a dark movie screen.

Joint Films Releases That Made History

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

Barbenheimer has made film-lovers more aware of the joint-film release trend.…

September 28, 2023

In an article about queer representation in the 'Chucky' franchise, the red-haired doll opens garden sheers in front of a jack in the box toy.

‘Chucky’ Kills Gender Norms

Connor Lindsay, Queens University of Charlotte

The Killer Doll’s Long-Running History with Queerness…

September 27, 2023

In an article about the Ruby Franke child abuse scandal, a woman with blonde hair smiles as a baby side eyes her.

‘8 Passengers,’ 6 Counts of Felony Child Abuse

Olivia Hinck, Siena College

Ruby Franke’s rise to fame reveals the inexplicable allure of family content creators and the danger of giving platforms to just anybody.…

September 26, 2023

Zhang Yi Wins Golden Rooster Award for Best Actor

Danni Shuai, University of Southern California

The film industry is often seen as a place where only the most talented individuals can succeed. However, sometimes it's not just talent that takes someone to the top. Persistence and hard work can also…

September 24, 2023

In an article about Survivor, a person stands in a blue shirt holding a torch. They face the mountain range and the word "Survivor" is written in the sky.

Survive and Advance: 23 Years Years of Growth in ‘Survivor’

Olivia Hinck, Siena College

In its 23-year lifespan, “Survivor” has held a mirror up to our changing social climate…

September 24, 2023

In an article about password sharing, two hands shake in front of a red background. The words "Do you mind sharing?" are across the background.

Lessons Learned from the Netflix Password-Sharing Crackdown

Olivia Hinck, Siena College

What do Netflix’s revamped sharing guidelines mean for the future of the streaming industry? …

September 23, 2023

In an article about the film, Bottoms, a brunette woman with medical tape over her nose stands back to back with a woman with black hair.

Film Review: ‘Bottoms’ Rises to the Top

Sarah Deavers, University of Virginia

Loser Lesbians. Teenage Lies. Untrained Fighters. What’s not to love? …

September 21, 2023

In an article about Kim Kardashian in "American Horror Story Delicate," Kim Kardashian stands in a black dress with a white wig on in front of draping white curtains in blue-ish lighting.

American Horror Story Fans Are In For A New Scare

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

After twelve seasons, will AHS find what they've been missing by adding Kim Kardashian?…

September 20, 2023

In an article about the future of AI in Hollyowod, a group of people walk around as one blue-toned, computer-constructed figure walks among them in front of a lime green background.

Extinction of the Extra

Connor Lindsay, Queens University of Charlotte

How AI Advancements May Replace Background Actors…

September 20, 2023

In an article about top ten characters, a brightly colored collection of character shillouettes. Pokemon in yellow, batman in purple, louise belcher in green, sailor moon in pink, and bart simpson in yellow.

The Top Ten Club: A Guide to Highlighting Your TV Show Faves

Brynn Crisenbery, Northern Arizona University

Seeing how your taste in characters changes over time…

September 20, 2023

In an article about a new play premiering at Blank Theatre, a girl with blonde hair in a white shirt smiles into the camera.

Interview with a Student Playwright: Dylan Malloy’s ‘The Groundwater’ at Los Angeles’ Blank Theatre Company

Ava Coates, Emory University

This Emory University student’s work was recently produced on a big stage.…

September 19, 2023

In an article about comic books and manga, a person reads a volume of manga.

What Happened to Comic Books?

Malaki Lingg, The University of Texas at San Antonio

In the age of the internet, manga has enjoyed greater success and popularity than other mediums.…

September 17, 2023

In an article about the recent theater closure. a chandelier shines in center in front of an empty theater. The words "closed" are written on a sheeet.

A Thousand Year Industry is Nearing Blackout

Ava Coates, Emory University

Who will Save our Local Theaters?…

September 13, 2023

In an article about FNAF, a robotic Freddy casts a grim shadow across a wall.

Fight to the Finish: FNAF’s Long-awaited Journey to the Big Screen

Connor Lindsay, Queens University of Charlotte

What started as a simple and campy horror game has evolved into a game franchise, a book series, and now a movie created by Blumhouse.…

September 12, 2023

In an article about 'Gilmore Girls,' Rory strolls down a path beneath a canopy of trees and holds her books to her chest.

“It’s a Lifestyle. It’s a Religion”: The Timelessness of ‘Gilmore Girls’

Sarah Deavers, University of Virginia

The series came out over 20 years ago. Why is it still relevant?…

September 12, 2023

In an article about fantastic television episodes, Pam stares at Jim in utter disbelief and discomfort as Michael and Jan trade veiled insults across the dinner table.

Five Fantastic Television Episodes

Matthew Doss, University of Chicago

These small screen masterpieces transcend their shows.…

September 11, 2023

An illustration of a woman standing at the door of a dark basement with walls covered in red.

‘Barbarian’: Where Unsettling Horror Meets Intelligent Commentary

Joshua Laine, Emmanuel College

This 2022 horror flick explores the unique fears that many women face.…

September 9, 2023

In an article about Pamela Anderson, the actress wears a black suit and stands on a white carpet that reads "Baywatch Fall 2023 Campaign."

Pamela Anderson Takes Charge: ‘Baywatch’ and Female Exploitation in the Nineties

Shannon Strenfel, Arizona State University

Pamela Anderson, like many other actresses, was valued exclusively for her good looks in the 1990s. Today, she has moved past appearances and is establishing herself as a powerful, intelligent woman.…

September 9, 2023