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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

DracoTok Is Providing Some Redemption for Draco Malfoy

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

TikTokers are taking the "Harry Potter" antagonist's character arc into their own hands and creating escapist POVs.…

October 6, 2020

For an article on TikTok mansions, the people of Hype House

TikTok Mansions and the Strange Sensation of Content Creator Collectives

Luke Gair, Sewanee: The University of the South

Follower counts and likes once reigned as the indicator of success on social media platforms. Once free market greed trickled into the equation, influencers then relied on money to define their fame. Now, many are…

October 6, 2020

Among Us Is the Perfect Game for Friends Who Are Social Distancing

Chris Dang, University of California, Riverside

Will you be able to find the killer among your group?…

October 5, 2020

In ‘Boys State,’ Texas Teens Learn the Difficulties of Governance

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

In this Apple TV+ documentary, viewers watch as students navigate mock elections — and discover some things about politics in the process.…

October 4, 2020

CW’s ‘The 100’ Ruthlessly Sabotaged Its Final Season

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

Bellamy's death shocked fans. Was it a compelling twist, or did it jeopardize everything that the show was about?…

October 4, 2020

Netflix’s ‘Work It’ Realistically Portrays High School’s Stressful Culture

Kaitlyn Nuebel, University of Pittsburgh

The platform's new coming-of-age movie encourages young people to not get too caught up in the college admissions process.…

October 3, 2020

Live-Action ‘Mulan’ Lacks the Depth of the Animated Original

Ailun Shi, UC Berkeley

After being hyped up for so long, the Disney remake featured plot holes, one-dimensional characters and cultural inaccuracies.…

October 3, 2020

Stationary TikTok illustration by Sezi Kaya

These 5 Stationery TikTok Artists Are Combining Crafting With ASMR

Srishti Tyagi, Cornell University

Paper lovers have turned to the video-sharing app to forge their own peaceful corner on a platform full of chaos.…

October 3, 2020

4 Ways That Season 2 of ‘Trinkets’ Improves on Season 1

Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

Thanks to character-driven storylines that are even more compelling than the first season, the show avoids falling into a second-season-slump.…

October 1, 2020

In an article about Blaxploitation films, a screenshot from Shaft

The 1970s May Be Gone, but the Influence of Blaxploitation Films Remains

Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University

The controversial films were an example of Black empowerment, and their mark can still be seen in filmmaking today.…

October 1, 2020

‘I’m Thinking of Ending Things’ Evokes the Anxiety of Consciousness

Anna Swenson, Butler University

Charlie Kaufman's latest film asks, what makes a person?…

September 29, 2020

What’s in Store for James Bond After ‘No Time to Die’?

Mitchell Tanaka, Chapman University

As Daniel Craig prepares to pass the torch, the 007 franchise will start anew in more ways than one.…

September 28, 2020

For an article about iOS 14, an illustration by Daisy Daniel's of an iPhone home screen

Apple’s iOS 14 Is Monumental, but Not Much That Hasn’t Been Seen Before

Ailun Shi, UC Berkeley

The new update has been lauded as the biggest iPhone update in years, but the reality is that it has taken a lot of inspiration from other apps, devices and companies.…

September 27, 2020

In an article about @soyouwanttotalkabout, an illustration by Daisy Daniel's of a phone with the words progressive politics on it

@Soyouwanttotalkabout Makes It Easy To Stay Politically Informed

Starr Shapiro, Columbia University

This Instagram account has everything you need to know about current politics and social justice issues.…

September 26, 2020

In an article about The Batman, an illustration by Baz Pugmire of Robert Pattinson as Batman

Don’t Be Surprised If Robert Pattinson Is the Best Batman Yet

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

Even though the actor is best known for his role in 'Twilight,' he might be the perfect fit for the caped crusader.…

September 26, 2020

Illustration of the online party games Skibbl.io

5 Online Party Games That Are Perfect for Socially Distanced Playing

Ailun Shi, UC Berkeley

Staying in touch via the internet doesn’t have to be boring. These fun online games will keep that friendship spark going strong.…

September 24, 2020

Image of a person at a laptop with a credit card in hand, in an article about using apps for informed shopping

Become a More Informed Consumer With These 4 Apps

Julia Greene, Columbia College Chicago

Being an informed shopper can be challenging, but these resources will help you consume in a more conscious way.…

September 24, 2020

Image of Tobey Maguire dancing as evil Peter Parker in Spider Man 3, In an article about campy 2000s blockbusters

Campy Blockbusters From the 2000s Are Making a Comeback

Caleb Mullenneaux, St. Olaf College

After years of watching Marvel and 'Star Wars' churn out the same formulas, bored moviegoers are now turning back to initially panned films like 'Spider-Man 3.'…

September 23, 2020

3 Times on TV the Will-They-Won’t-They Cliché Worked

Madalyn Watson, Baylor University

And no, Ross and Rachel from 'Friends' are not a good example of this television trope. Their relationship is awful.…

September 23, 2020

An illustration of Lin-Manuel Miranda by Daisy Daniel's

Lin-Manuel Miranda Is Starting To Provoke Some Polarized Opinions

Farah Javed, CUNY Baruch College

The previously unassailable creator of 'Hamilton' is starting to receive some backlash, both political and personal.…

September 22, 2020

The ‘Mulan’ Remake Fails at Nuanced Asian Representation

Cathleen Luo, Columbia University

While ambitious, Disney's live-action version of the beloved tale falls short of portraying three-dimensional characters, instead relying on broad generalities about Chinese culture.…

September 22, 2020

Illustration by June Le for an article on Chadwick Boseman, featuring drawings on Black Panther, Jackie Robinson and Thurgood Marshall

The 5 Best Chadwick Boseman Movie Roles

Hannah Docter-Loeb, Wesleyan University

The late actor was not only an inspiration, but an incredibly skilled actor as well. Here are the top performances from his iconic career.…

September 22, 2020

The ‘Derry Girls’ Soundtrack Is More Than Just Good Music

Julia Greene, Columbia College Chicago

The show, set in 1990s Northern Ireland, follows five friends as they get into bizarre trouble accompanied by classic hits.…

September 20, 2020

Showrunners Who Punished Characters Because of the Actors Who Played Them

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

Hollywood can be tricky, especially when people don’t get along behind the scenes. What happens when actors and their executive producers generate animosity? Sometimes, their characters pay the price.…

September 20, 2020

Netflix’s ‘I’m Thinking of Ending Things’ Will Leave You Hypnotized

Madalyn Watson, Baylor University

Charlie Kaufman’s latest psychological drama is exactly what you would expect — but completely unexpected at the same time.…

September 19, 2020

Hattie McDaniel and Her Bittersweet 1940 Oscar Win

Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University

The iconic actress was the first Black person to win an Academy Award, but in a cruel irony, it was for playing a caricatured role in a deeply racist Hollywood.…

September 19, 2020

illustration by Daisy Daniels of a water slide in Class Action Park

‘Class Action Park’ Highlights the Human Cost of Unbridled Fun

Starr Shapiro, Columbia University

Ever wondered what would happen if a theme park had no rules? This documentary is your chance to find out — from a safe distance.…

September 18, 2020

The Docudrama ‘Bad Education’ Tells a Story of School and Scandal

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

The film finds its school administrator protagonists making small moral compromises until it explodes in a big way.…

September 18, 2020

The Cancellation of ‘Patriot Act’ Eliminates a Crucial South Asian Voice on TV

Farah Javed, CUNY Baruch College

Despite speaking truth to power and providing a much needed Muslim desi presence on television, Hasan Minhaj and his show will not see another season on Netflix.…

September 17, 2020