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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

Some Movie Roles That Would Be Perfect for John Boyega After His Support of BLM

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

The 'Star Wars' actor expected backlash for his support of Black Lives Matter, but what he found was just the opposite. Here are some parts that would suit him in the future.…

June 23, 2020

RuPaul in an article Drag Race All Stars 5

Who Are the Top Queens in ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 5’?

Jackie Sizing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

The competition is fierce. Who's going to take home the crown?…

June 23, 2020

Online Learning Can Help Develop Skills and Stave Off Boredom

Farah Javed, CUNY Baruch College

Digital classes bleed into the summer as companies like MasterClass and CourseHorse continue to educate people from the comfort of home.…

June 22, 2020

How ‘The Legend of Korra’ Confronts Systemic Oppression — And Fails

Srishti Tyagi, Cornell University

The Black Lives Matter movement contextualizes and highlights the botched themes of the sequel to the beloved 'Avatar: The Last Airbender.'…

June 22, 2020

In an article about comic artists, an frame from the comic Strange Planet

3 Popular Comic Artists Tackling Life Issues While Making Us Laugh

Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University

During times like these, creatives have way too much time on their hands. One result: killer web comics with deadly serious undertones.…

June 22, 2020

Add These 10 Virtual Tours to Your Stay-At-Home Bucket List This Summer

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

Visit Paris, Machu Picchu and the International Space Station — no physical travel required.…

June 22, 2020

Issa Rae and Kumail Nanjiani ride the bus in crazy disguises in 'The Lovebirds'

‘The Lovebirds’ Brings Both Romance and Laughs to a Murder Mystery

Olivia Dimond, Bates College

Strong lead performances from Kumail Nanjiani and Issa Rae make up for the weaknesses in this rom-com murder caper’s script.…

June 21, 2020

Characters from the show Community sitting at a table

‘Community’ Finally Has the Netflix Spotlight It Deserves

James C. Loftis, University of North Texas

Enduring trials and tribulations while on the air, creator Dan Harmon's show has finally garnered some long overdue popularity.…

June 21, 2020

Want More of ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’? There’s More Where That Came From

Anna Swenson, Butler University

For fans who just finished the series, leaving the world they've come to love just isn't an option. Fortunately, they don't have to.…

June 20, 2020

The All-Star Cast of ‘Space Force’ Pokes Fun at the Newest Military Branch

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

Steve Carrell is working with 'The Office' producer Greg Daniels and a few other big names on this warm, satirical Netflix series.…

June 19, 2020

In an article about Netflix's Black Spot, a dark wooded area

‘Black Spot’ Adds Supernatural Elements to a Gripping Crime Show

Jackie Sizing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

This French detective series, which has evoked comparisons to 'Twin Peaks,' will have viewers obsessed with a small town in France where nothing is at it seems.…

June 17, 2020

Lauren London Opens Up About Gangs and Gun Violence on ‘Red Table Talk’

Yasmeen Ludy, University of Michigan

In an interview with Jada Pinkett-Smith, the actress tries to come to terms with the death of Nipsey Hussle and shares the impact that gang violence has had on her life.…

June 17, 2020

Luke Skywalker, a Stormtrooper, and the Death Star

Even After the Skywalker Saga, ‘Star Wars’ Promises Engaging New Stories

Chris Dang, University of California, Riverside

Though the nine-film saga is complete, a whole galaxy of potential new storylines and characters awaits for fans to discover in upcoming projects being developed.…

June 17, 2020

‘Upload’ Explores Satirical Look at Capitalism, Digital Afterlife

Madalyn Watson, Baylor University

Amazon Prime’s new series updates the afterlife to Heaven 2.0.…

June 16, 2020

‘Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich’ Gives a Voice to Survivors of Sexual Abuse

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

The new Netflix documentary sheds light on the women who accused Epstein and the failures of the justice system that delayed his prosecution.…

June 16, 2020

Illustration by Sid Estelle of an individual watching digital theater on a laptop

Digital Theater Productions Will Be the Answer Long After Quarantine Ends

Starr Shapiro, Columbia University

The solution to Broadway's struggles during the pandemic might be the solution to theater's accessibility issues even when social distancing ends.…

June 16, 2020

In an article about the power of social media art, an illustration of a group of artists protesting

Social Media Art Is Spreading Awareness for Black Lives Matter

Juliana Fujii, Biola University

Amidst recent injustices and unrest, Instagram illustrators are using their works to support activists and to call attention to Black victims of racist violence.…

June 15, 2020

‘Star Trek: Picard’ Forgoes the Optimism of ‘The Next Generation’

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

The best Starfleet captain is back, but the franchise's futuristic techno-utopia is a little more complicated now.…

June 15, 2020

What Is Copaganda and Can I Keep Watching ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’?

Audrey Martin, Boston University

Can shows about the police foster discussion, or do even well-intentioned cop shows ultimately provide ideological cover for police violence?…

June 14, 2020

Recording bootlegs of a theater production

How Will Bootlegs Affect Broadway Once Quarantine Is Over?

Olivia Dimond, Bates College

People are watching illegally recorded videos of Broadway shows now more than ever. Will this lead to larger audiences after the pandemic? Or will it lead to the demise of theater?…

June 13, 2020

What ‘Waco’ Taught Me About Cults and Their Leaders

Abigail Adeleke, University of Miami

The Netflix miniseries covers the 1993 siege and highlights the tremendous power David Koresh had over his followers.…

June 12, 2020

There Is Still ‘Some Good News’ To Be Found Amid a Pandemic

Hannah Docter-Loeb, Wesleyan University

John Krasinski’s new web series on YouTube promotes a more optimistic outlook even in these trying times.…

June 11, 2020

7 Places To Stream Theater Performances During the Pandemic

Anna Barnard, St. Olaf College

Because of the virus, many theater companies have closed indefinitely — with these platforms, however, you won't have to miss a thing.…

June 11, 2020

‘Les Misérables’ Is Remarkably Relevant to the Protests for Racial Justice

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

The movie isn't just a musical. It tells a story of injustice and revolt that parallels our modern political climate.…

June 11, 2020

Illustration of social media users engaging with the Black Lives Matter movement.

Why Advocating for Black Lives on Social Media Is So Important

Imani Benberry, Columbia University

Your online presence is an important tool for demonstrating support for black voices.…

June 10, 2020

What ‘Contagion’ Gets Wrong About Life During a Global Pandemic

Mia Kellner, University of St Andrews

Although the 2011 thriller seems startlingly prescient in our current situation, the film fails to capture how people socially adapt during a global outbreak.…

June 10, 2020

Toxic TikTok: How the App Became a Body-Shaming Platform

Madelyn Haasken, Bemidji State University

With popular trends like the 'back profile challenge' and 'what I eat in a day' videos, the social media app is encouraging body image negativity.…

June 10, 2020

In an article about the We Are One film festival, an illustration by Diana Egan of two film reels and a slate board

‘We Are One’ Takes the Film Festival Online, but There Are Mixed Reactions

Mitchell Tanaka, Chapman University

COVID-19 has postponed Cannes and Tribeca, making room for internet-only alternatives. Can these newcomers match what made their in-person predecessors so great?…

June 9, 2020

Anna Todd and Wattpad Made It Easier To Dream of a Career in Writing

Kayla Johnson, Bradley University

Using the small publishing platform, the 'After' author was able to make a name for herself — and at the same time, raise the possibility that others could do the same.…

June 9, 2020

Upcoming Film ‘The French Dispatch’ Promises To Be Another Wes Anderson Classic

S. T. Perez, Texas A&M University, San Antonio

Arriving in October, the trailer for the film almost guarantees it will please fans with the director's trademark visual style and cast of quirky characters.…

June 7, 2020

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