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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

4 Problems With Disney’s Live Action Remakes

Haley Cohen, Quinnipiac University

These films just don’t have the same appeal in live action.…

September 8, 2019

‘Mind Hunter’ Season 2 Explores the Psychological Profiles of Serial Killers

Mela Lozano, University of Texas at San Antonio

The series captivates its audience once again with unnerving criminals and profilers who are confronted with the darkest parts of humanity. Spoilers ahead.…

September 8, 2019

Can Sony’s ‘Spider-Man’ Survive Without Disney?

Ashley Peterson, Geneva College

With great intellectual property comes great responsibility.…

September 6, 2019

What to Expect From ‘The Sims 4: Realm of Magic’

Kala Horvat, University of Georgia

Wizards and witches and warlocks, oh my! …

September 6, 2019

A Breakdown of Disney’s Recent ‘Star Wars’ News

Clarence Dodge, Sarah Lawrence College

The evil empire of entertainment strikes back after failing to resurrect its troublesome franchise.…

September 6, 2019

The 7 Best People to Follow If You Struggle With Mental Illness

Kaitlin Romriell, Southern New Hampshire University

Having a mental illness is not easy to face alone.…

September 5, 2019

‘Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure’ Is the Animated Epic You Should Be Watching

Logan Floyd, Mercyhurst University

This generations-spanning anime and manga provides nearly endless hours of inspiring entertainment for those with the courage to take the dive.…

September 5, 2019

‘Blinded by the Light’ Is a Far Cry From Springsteen’s Success

Noah Carey, University of Pennsylvania

The film, based on the Jersey-born artist's highly influential music, ultimately falls flat on its face.…

September 5, 2019

Online Therapy Makes Mental Healthcare More Accessible

Abby Webb, Rice University

If you’ve ever considered counseling but can’t make the commitment, online therapy provides similar benefits with half the hassle.…

September 5, 2019

Let’s Dissect the Official Trailer for ‘American Horror Story: 1984’

Madalyn Watson, Baylor University

If only to give us something to discuss, until the first episode premieres on Sept. 18.…

September 4, 2019

‘Gears 5’ Looks to Revolutionize the ‘Gears of War’ Franchise

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

The latest installment of the 'Gears of War' franchise promises to bring a fresh perspective to the classic third-person shooter.…

September 3, 2019

Why ‘Critical Role’ Is the Twitch Stream You Need to Pick Up

Marie Christensen, George Fox University

Meet the gaming group that broke Kickstarter records.…

September 3, 2019

Disney Dominates the Screen, and in the Process, Warps Our Childhood

Emma Dailey Mitchell, Columbia College Chicago

Even without Spider-Man, Disney’s on track to own the world.…

September 3, 2019

Is ‘Good Boys’ a Good Movie?

Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University

Does the film measure up to all the hype its name suggests?…

September 2, 2019

British Olympic Diver Tom Daley Stands Out Among YouTuber Athletes

Stina Chang, University of Southern California

Sometimes, it’s more about the player than the game.…

September 2, 2019

Why Every Dog Lover Should See ‘The Art of Racing in the Rain’

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

Bring a box of tissues because tears will be shed.…

September 2, 2019

Netflix’s ‘The Politician,’ and the Issue of Age and Casting

Christine Bushart, Georgia State University

There are two sides to casting age-inappropriate actors.…

September 2, 2019

‘Marriage Story’ Trailers Divide and Conquer

Clarence Dodge, Sarah Lawrence College

Baumbach's His and Hers trailers will hit you in the feels.…

August 31, 2019

‘The Nightingale’ Is an Unflinching Portrayal of Colonial Australia

Madison Feser, Seton Hall University

Jennifer Kent’s film is unrelenting in its graphic depictions of savage brutality, but its meticulous attention to historical detail weaves a colonial story unlike any other.…

August 30, 2019