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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 of Super Smash Bros. characters

What Does Your Super Smash Bros. Character Say About You?

McKenna Uzelac, Columbia University

Whether you choose Kirby, Peach, Bayonetta or Dark Samus, who you select as your fighter speaks to your personality.…

July 15, 2020

Ryan Evans of High School Musical, next to another character in the film

‘High School Musical’ Director Reveals Ryan Is Gay, but Why Now?

Yasmeen Ludy, University of Michigan

Kenny Ortega, the mind behind the hit Disney Channel film series, recently opened up about the sexuality of one of the characters. But why 14 years after the fact?…

July 14, 2020

A brown Broadway sign leads the way to the Antonyos.

The Antonyo Awards Highlight Black Talent on and off Broadway

Olivia Dimond, Bates College

The virtual inaugural ceremony held on Juneteenth was a celebratory leap forward for Black lives, achievement and artistry.…

July 14, 2020

Is ‘Fortnite’ Just a Meme or a Cultural Phenomenon?

James C. Loftis, University of North Texas

It is time to decide whether the video game is just all for laughs or if it truly deserves all the hype and influence it produces.…

July 14, 2020

Image from Instagram user carysindisney in an article about Splash Mountain re-theming

Disney Is Re-Imagining Splash Mountain With ‘Princess and the Frog’ Theme

Abigail Adeleke, University of Miami

Often recognized as problematic due to racial stereotypes, the classic theme park attraction will soon honor the 2009 animated film that featured the first Black Disney princess.…

July 12, 2020

A screenshot of Shane Dawson from one of his many YouTube videos

The Downfall of Shane Dawson: Temporary Uproar or the End of a Career?

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

The YouTuber's success has been hit hard by the revival of his many past controversies concerning racism, blackface and the sexualization of minors.…

July 11, 2020

Dolly Parton’s Message of Acceptance Unites Fans From All Walks of Life

Nora Markey, Wesleyan University

The famous country singer, who has been called the Great Unifier, has a diverse group of fans because of her all-encompassing love for humanity.…

July 11, 2020

Hunger Games TikTok Reveals Gen Z’s Outlook on the World

Brian Xi, University of California, Berkeley

What seems to be a comical trend on the popular video-sharing platform actually hints at a larger discontent with the status quo.…

July 11, 2020

Netflix’s ‘Have a Good Trip’ Takes an Unbiased Look Into Drug Use

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

The new Netflix documentary entertains and informs those wanting to learn more about psychedelics — from a distance.…

July 11, 2020

Dancers on Dance Moms wait for instruction during rehearsal

Is ‘Dance Moms’ a Feminist Show?

Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

The reality TV sensation features fierce rivalry, but it also offers a lens into female empowerment and dynamic female representation.…

July 11, 2020

Dropped by NBC After Three Seasons, ‘Hannibal’ Gets Another Chance on Netflix

Madalyn Watson, Baylor University

Sharpen your forks and knives because it's about to get bloody. Once you start watching the crime drama, you won't be able to stop.…

July 9, 2020

Rachel Cargle Takes No Prisoners With Her Anti-Racism Education

Juliana Fujii, Biola University

The Black activist teaches aspiring allies the art of confrontation and the need to overcome comfort to achieve change.…

July 9, 2020

image in a sports documentary article, taken by Abu Dhabi

5 Sports Documentaries To Watch While You Wait for Sports to Return

Madelyn Haasken, Bemidji State University

Whether you're into college football or you're interested in how nature versus nurture impacts athletic ability, there's something here for everyone.…

July 9, 2020

Illustration of couple sitting in their car at a drive-in theatre

Drive-in Theaters Are Making a Comeback

Jackie Sizing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

COVID-19 has led to the loss of many fun summer pastimes, but now it's bringing back a much-loved activity.…

July 9, 2020

‘The Last of Us Part II’ Masterfully Reinvents the Narrative-Driven Video Game

Luke Gair, Sewanee: The University of the South

Countless franchises create characters an audience will admire. What happens when a player is forced to question the motives of a beloved protagonist?…

July 9, 2020

Issa Rae, one of many black writers, adjusts her outfit in 'Insecure.'

Black Writers Are Essential To Portray the Black Experience

Yasmeen Ludy, University of Michigan

It's so hard for the Black community to find good representation on TV. But when Black screenwriters like Issa Rae are given a shot, they do it right.…

July 9, 2020

Contestants climbing on the furniture because the floor is lava.

The Netflix Show ‘Floor Is Lava’ Will Reignite Your Childhood Imagination

Chris Dang, University of California, Riverside

In Netflix's new game show, you can win $10,000 by completing the obstacle course. Just don't fall into the lava!…

July 8, 2020

Lilo and Stitch illustration by Sezi Kaya

‘Lilo and Stitch’ Is a Heartfelt Film That Deserves More Love

Renee Cantor, University of Pittsburgh

The Disney film is considered a classic, but many people have a hazy recollection of the movie. The beautiful aesthetics, heartfelt story and strong characters make a rewatch definitely worthwhile.…

July 8, 2020

An illustration of a videogame displaying a virtual world like Animal Crossing

3 Games To Play If You’re Obsessed With Animal Crossing: New Horizons

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

These options promote a quiet, wholesome lifestyle and an escape from reality that has been difficult to find during the pandemic.…

July 7, 2020

Screenshot from animated show Central Park

‘Central Park’ Is a Genius Musical Cartoon From ‘Bob’s Burgers’ Creator

Anna Swenson, Butler University

Apple TV+ brings a star-studded cast, surprisingly catchy music and a weird plot to its incredible new animated show.…

July 7, 2020

A Tale of Two ‘For You’ Pages: Elite TikTok vs. Straight TikTok

Hannah Docter-Loeb, Wesleyan University

Not everyone has access to the same feed on the video-sharing app. The types of videos you see may determine what division you are a part of.…

July 7, 2020

Photo of Melissa Ong in article about TikTok cult Step Chickens

Meet Step Chickens, Just One of Several TikTok ‘Cults’

Abigail Adeleke, University of Miami

Sometimes their actions spill out into real life, but really, they're harmless, mostly.…

July 6, 2020

Illustration by Baz Pugmire of Elle Fanning in 'The Great'

‘The Great’ Is a Period Piece That Avoids the Pitfalls of the Genre

Emma T., UC Berkeley

Instead of using historical events as a crutch, the show uses nuanced writing to look at complex female characters and the nature of power.…

July 6, 2020

Ben Platt as Payton Hobart gives a political speech in front of the American flag in The Politician.

Season 2 of ‘The Politician’ Feels Like a Different Show

Olivia Dimond, Bates College

While the first season packed juicy storylines and absurdity into eight episodes, the new season tones a lot down — including the characters’ sexualities.…

July 6, 2020

TikTok Is Defining a New Wave of Popular Music

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

The videos are more than just dances and lip syncing challenges — the app is changing how we find music, and even affecting the music charts.…

July 5, 2020

No Man’s Sky Is Now Living Up to Expectations — and Then Some

James C. Loftis, University of North Texas

After several changes and updates, the sci-fi game about exploring alien worlds is finally delivering on what it originally promised, and more.…

July 4, 2020

Characters from Love, Victor standing in a crowd

‘Love, Victor’ Is a Triumph of Queer Representation

Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

Hulu's 'Love, Simon' spin-off, with its complex story about sexuality and understanding oneself, is just what the teenage high school television canon needs.…

July 3, 2020

In an article about YouTube house tours, Jeffree Star's home

Do YouTube House Tours Show Off an Outdated American Dream?

Imani Benberry, Columbia University

Social media stars exhibit grand houses representing an ideal, home ownership, that is increasingly hard to come by for the average millennial. Millennials might not want it anyway.…

July 3, 2020

A cat entering a magic portal to another world

The Fantasy Trope of the ‘Magic Portal’ Feels Incredibly Appropriate Right Now

Chase Cutarelli, Columbia University

So-called ‘portal fantasy’ reveals the awe, fear and transformative power of traveling to another world — one that might be appealing in our present dystopia.…

July 3, 2020