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5 Reasons Why Marvel’s ‘Cloak and Dagger’ Isn’t Your Typical Superhero Show

Alex Futo, Otterbein University

Heroism takes the backseat to adolescence, painful pasts and unorthodox powers.…

July 7, 2018

Lili Reinhart Is Setting a New Standard for Young Female Celebrities

Katie Sheets, University of Vermont

The 'Riverdale' star is body positive, fiercely supportive of other actresses and unapologetic about her ideals.…

July 6, 2018

Why Suzanne Collins’ ‘The Underland Chronicles’ Series Is 1,000 Times Better Than ‘The Hunger Games’

Natalie Hoover, Point Loma Nazarene University

Looking for adventure? Pick up Collins' first series.…

July 6, 2018

Hannah Gadsby’s ‘Nanette’ Is Both a Rejection and Reinvention of Comedy

Jenna Benchetrit, McGill University

The Tasmanian comedian strips back the seemingly sweet exterior of a toxic genre.…

July 5, 2018

Everything You Need to Know About LIL PHAG, the LGBTQ Prankster

Ashlyn Leigh Willis, University of North Alabama

Though his hijinks, music and literature might be controversial, they all aim to empower the queer community.…

July 1, 2018

All of Marvel’s Netflix Series, Ranked by Season

Christian Nelson, Eastern Michigan University

Spoiler Alert: 'Iron Fist' just barely makes the top 10.…

June 29, 2018

7 Novels About Gay & Bi Women You Should Read Before Pride Ends

Jen Tombs, University of Warwick

Even better: Pick them up at your local LGBTQ+ bookstore.…

June 29, 2018

The Top 5 Foreign Female Coming-of-Age Films on Netflix

Caitlyn Conville, Bergen Community College

Whether you’re laughing or crying, there will be tears.…

June 28, 2018

A Friendly Reminder to Crazed Fans: Celebrities Are Not Your Friends

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

A recent incident at ACE Comic Con in Seattle is just the latest result of what social scientists are calling 'parasocial relationships.'…

June 26, 2018

2 New ‘Joker’ Films Are Struggling to Compete with Ledger’s Legacy

Carly Ristaino, Union College

Ten years after Heath Ledger’s legendary performance as the Joker, Warner Brothers is (once again) trying to recast him.…

June 26, 2018

The Next ‘Spider-Man’ Film Will Be Titled ‘Spider-Man: Far From Home’

Maya Ramani, University of Virginia

Actor Tom Holland accidentally revealed the name on an Instagram post, but skeptics are calling the slip-up intentional.…

June 25, 2018

The 5 Best WEBTOONS for Newcomers to the Genre

Christine Fang, University of California San Diego

Fan-fiction is shaking.…

June 25, 2018

Why the Advent of Interactive Games to Netflix Should Excite You

Christian Nelson, Eastern Michigan University

The possibilities will only make your ex-girlfriend's brother's Netflix password even more valuable.…

June 24, 2018

Cameron Esposito’s New Special Proves That Rape Jokes Can Be Hilarious

Kylie Harrington, University of Southern California

Her side-splitting special, 'Rape Jokes,' explores her experience as a survivor of sexual assault and her response to the #MeToo movement.…

June 23, 2018

5 Bits from ‘The Opposition’ We’re Going to Miss

Karena Landler, Georgetown University

Who will fight back in the war on men?…

June 22, 2018

What to Expect from the New Animated ‘Addams Family’ Movie

Haley Newlin, Southern New Hampshire University

Dun na na na. *snap* *snap* Dun na na na. *snap* *snap* Dun na na na, dun na na na, dun na na na. *snap* *snap*…

June 22, 2018

5 Reasons Why ‘Incredibles 2’ Was Worth the 14-Year Wait

Alex Futo, Otterbein University

The super sequel lives up to the hype.…

June 21, 2018

The Genius of YouTuber Jenny Lorenzo and Her Cuban-American Character, Abuela

Kiersten Lynch, Seton Hall University

The character is almost as rich as her platanos y croquetas.…

June 20, 2018

‘Captain Marvel’ Is Breaking Down Gender Barriers Like There’s No Tomorrow

Alexis Rogers, Temple University

The film, which stars a female lead, also recently signed Pinar Toprak to compose the score.…

June 19, 2018

8 of the Best TED Talks for Understanding and Discussing Mental Illness

Michelle Dreyer, Southern New Hampshire University

Talking about mental illness can be sensitive, so take some pointers from these experts.…

June 19, 2018

‘Incredibles 2’ Is Doing Incredibly Well at the Box Office

Rebecca Crosby, American University

Honey, where is my ticket to 'Incredibles 2'?…

June 18, 2018

At the Helm of ‘Captain America,’ Ta-Nehisi Coates Can Redefine Patriotism

Josue Romero, Southwest School of Art

The acclaimed author and race-relations specialist will bring a political bent to the comic book staple.…

June 18, 2018

‘Baldi’s Basics’ Brings Nostalgia for Millennial Gamers

Caitlyn Conville, Bergen Community College

The indie video game parody is based on educational games from the 1980s and 1990s.…

June 15, 2018

‘The Adventure Zone’ Podcast Is Getting Its Own Graphic Novel

Natalie Hoover, Point Loma Nazarene University

'The Adventure Zone: Here There Be Gerblins!' is a dream come true for fans of the podcast.…

June 14, 2018

Why Was the ‘Heathers’ Reboot Cancelled, but ‘13 Reasons Why’ Re-signed?

Carly Ristaino, Union College

Both deal with high school violence, but the shows have three critical differences.…

June 14, 2018

Why ‘PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds’ Should Definitely Not Be Suing ‘Fortnite’

Bradley Howlett, Grand Valley State University

The suit is a showdown between the best of the best of the battle royale games.…

June 12, 2018

Disney Sidekicks are More Important Than You Think

Thomas Turner, University of Rhode Island

They're furry, slippery and a little bit kooky, but most importantly, Disney's animal sidekicks are always there when you need them.…

June 10, 2018

Are Summer Movies Finally Promoting Diversity?

Jonathan Christian, Northwest Vista College

From female-led action flicks to independent horror, is this the summer Hollywood finally takes a step in the right direction?…

June 8, 2018

The Harassment of This ‘Star Wars’ Actress Points to Larger Misogyny in Nerd Fandoms

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

Kelly Marie Tran deleted her Instagram because of the rampant, incessant misogyny of 'Star Wars' fans.…

June 7, 2018

The Success of ‘Deadpool’ Stems, in Part, from Its Political Incorrectness

Joey Cunningham, University of Arizona

What does that say about its fans?…

June 6, 2018