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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

Illustration by Sonja Vasiljeva for an article on To All the Boys: Always and Forever

In ‘To All the Boys: Always and Forever,’ Lara Jean Makes Tough Decisions

Mai Khou Vang, Michigan State University

Is the third time always a charm? In the last installment of Netflix's beloved teen romance trilogy, we finally get to see how it all ends for Peter and Lara Jean.…

February 26, 2021

Illustration by Sonja Vasiljeva for an article on Bridgerton

‘Bridgerton’ Versus ‘Gossip Girl,’ or How To Make the Rich Relatable?

Amiri Rivers-David, Pomona College

While both series deal with scandals in high society, the recent Netflix Original fails at humanizing its wealthy and pompous cast of characters.…

February 26, 2021

An illustration of a few main characters of Star Wars.

Reimagining the Last Star Wars Trilogy, With the Stories From the New Series

Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University

Could the last three films have been better and less divisive if they had the characters in ‘The Mandalorian’ and other upcoming Disney+ series?…

February 26, 2021

An illustration of Cucumber the dinosaur, a stuffed animal on a wholesome TikTok account. (Illustration by Lexey Gonzalez, Wichita State University)

Meet Cucumber, the Wholesome and Motivational TikTok Dinosaur

Emma Watts, University of Arizona

Brighten up your day with the adorable stuffed reptile that’s stomping all over social media.…

February 25, 2021

Yiliang ‘Doublelift’ Peng Earned a Contentious but Commendable Legacy

Brandon Li, Vassar College

The professional League of Legends player has persevered in the face of much backlash throughout his long career.…

February 25, 2021

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Play These 4 Games While You Wait for Monster Hunter Rise

Diamond Sears-Allen, Borough of Manhattan Community College

Many games within and outside the franchise will let daring players slay beasts and go on quests ahead of the newest installment's March 2021 release.…

February 24, 2021

Image of walkers from "The Walking Dead" in an article about the psychology behind horror movies and TV shows. (Image via Google Images)

Why Do We Enjoy Watching Horror Movies and TV Series?

Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

Films and television shows intended to frighten their audience oftentimes make viewers feel calm and peaceful instead. How is this done?…

February 24, 2021

Illustration of the titular family in 'F is for Family

‘F is for Family’ Is an Unapologetic Send Up of ’70s Culture

Michael Boland, DePaul University

The raunchy Netflix animated sitcom from Bill Burr satirizes the nuclear family and does away with rose-tinted glasses.…

February 24, 2021

Photo of Britney Spears from her Instagram

‘Framing Britney Spears’ Reveals the Dark Side of Stardom

Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

The New York Times documentary boldly exposes the dark underbelly of Hollywood stardom, showing how tabloid culture exploited, harassed and vilified a young popstar — and how the people around her failed to protect her.…

February 24, 2021

graphic of the year 2021 with a popcorn bucket replacing the O, in a story about family movies

The Top 10 Most Anticipated Family Movies of 2021

Julianna Steen, Auburn University

From live-action flicks to animated delights, these movies will thrill audiences of all ages.…

February 23, 2021

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Watch or Play These Overlooked Sports in Your Free Time

Joseph Gorzka III, University of Virginia

The athletic world has offerings for recreational and seasoned players alike that go far beyond football and soccer.…

February 23, 2021

An illustration of the main characters of To All the Boys: Always and Forever

‘To All the Boys: Always and Forever’ Perfectly Wraps Up the Trilogy

Kieran Benson, Luther College

In the final installment of the romantic-comedy movie series, Lara Jean Covey’s optimistic spirit is refreshing for those who are unlucky in love.…

February 23, 2021

Best Applications to Repost Content on Instagram (2021)

Daniel Reed

Expand your account the easy way with the help of one of these apps.…

February 23, 2021

In an article about upcoming young adult film adaptations, a screenshot from Chaos Walking

5 Young Adult Books To Read Before Their Upcoming Screen Adaptations

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

Check out these novels before their film versions hit the theaters and streaming services.…

February 21, 2021

How League of Legends Captures Your Attention (and Your Wallet)

Amiri Rivers-David, Pomona College

With its reward system, various character skins and community and competitive aspects, 'addicting' doesn't even begin to sum up this game.…

February 19, 2021

Best Places To Buy Instagram Likes This Year

Daniel Reed

Get more people clicking on that heart icon.…

February 19, 2021

‘The Uncanny Counter’ and What To Expect From the Second Season

Mai Khou Vang, Michigan State University

After the season finale achieved the highest ratings in the show's history, the fantasy thriller has left fans itching for Season 2.…

February 18, 2021

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You Don’t Need To Love Sports To Be Captivated by ‘Haikyu!!’

Brandon Li, Vassar College

The anime show about high school volleyball teams puts the power of teamwork, self-growth and ambition at its center.…

February 18, 2021

‘Next In Fashion’ Is a Lesson in Collaboration and Passion For One’s Craft

Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

What can Netflix's one season runway competition, led by Alexa Chung and Tan France, teach us about imperfection, artisanship and representation?…

February 18, 2021

The 10 Sites To Buy YouTube Subscribers and Views in 2021

Daniel Reed

Want your videos in front of more people? Maybe you need some help.…

February 18, 2021

Image of Jolin Tsai in her music video for Ugly Beauty

‘Ugly Beauty’ Portrays a Dramatic Journey of Self-Exploration and Self-Awakening

Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

Jolin Tsai’s hit 2018 song and music video explore her personal struggles as an artist by diving into a study of one’s identity.…

February 17, 2021

An illustration of a laptop for an article about five free online movies. (Illustration by Sonja Vasiljeva, San Jose State University)

Top 5 Free Movies, or a Path to Cutting Back on Unneeded Streaming Services

Justin Spencer, University of Texas at San Antonio

Endless options and expensive prices make finding your new favorite film almost impossible, so here are a few options to try without charge.…

February 17, 2021

In an article about The Real Housewives franchise, a person with a TV on their head featuring four members of the show's cast

‘The Real Housewives’ Franchise Reveals the Cost of Wealth and Publicity

Michael Boland, DePaul University

The long-running reality television series shows the downsides of a decadent life on camera and their lasting implications.…

February 16, 2021

Conlanging Is a Complex but Worthwhile Tool for Storytelling

Joseph Gorzka III, University of Virginia

The art of constructing a language adds an extra dimension to world-building and allows deeper immersion into books, films and games.…

February 16, 2021

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The Best Instagram Hashtags To Use in 2021

Daniel Reed

There’s more to the social media platform than just images and captions.…

February 16, 2021

An illustration of the Instagram app in an article discussing Gen Zers use of social media. (Illustration by Lucas DeJesus, Montserrat College of Art)

Why Does Gen Z Prefer Instagram Over Facebook?

Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

As the usage of older apps is outpaced by that of their newer counterparts, young social media users are trying to forgo coveted aesthetics in favor of bringing about change.…

February 15, 2021

in an article about book hauls, a photograph of five books stacked on top of each other

Do Book Hauls Negatively Impact Readers on Social Media?

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

The latest trend within Instagram's literary community has only increased in popularity, but it may risk alienating readers through its promotion of consumerism.…

February 15, 2021