Study Breaks - Page 254 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

For an article about elevated horror, an illustration depicts iconography from different psychological thrillers: a woman from Midsommar, the hovering Babadook, and the devil goat from The Witch.

Does Elevated Horror Really Exist?

Or are they just thrillers? Either way, the success of these films is undeniable.

Kelsi Karpinski, Michigan State University

The Odd Duality of the Self-Proclaimed Comedy Series ‘Dave’

The FX show dances between intensely dramatic scenes and ridiculous comedic bits nearly every episode but never fully embraces either.

Zach Spangler, University of Michigan

Screens·Thoughts

The Art and Culture of Ballet Is Adapting to a Newly Virtual World

Though the pandemic lockdown set many dance companies behind in revenue and left dancers without means of training, they're finding ways to bounce back.

Kelsie Westmoreland, Washington and Lee University

Screens

‘Trese’ Season 1 Offers Six Episodes of Supernatural Suspense

The Filipino comic series has gained a massive following since its release in the early 2000s, and its recent Netflix adaptation has done it justice according to critics.

Nathan Kolodney, Wesleyan University

An illustration depicts the two main couples from The Last Letter From Your Lover, one cast in yellow and dressed in 60s French attire and the other cast in green with modern dress.

Pages·Screens

‘The Last Letter From Your Lover’ Has All the Makings of a Successful Romance — So Why Does it Feel Like it Missed the Mark?

Jojo Moyes' most recent novel-to-film adaptation is not as perfect or heart-wrenching as its predecessor, 'Me Before You.'

Mariam Nasief, Columbia University

Screens

Jackbox Party Packs, Ranked From Worst to Best

Here are the must-have fan favorites and the packs you can safely skip, all ranked side by side.

Jenna Amore, Oakland University

In an article for song People Watching An illustration of Conan Gray

Sounds

‘People Watching’ Proves Longing Can Exist Without Loneliness

Conan Gray's newest single about yearning for companionship without being interested in a relationship is something that can resonate with single people everywhere.

Fatima Sani, Rollins College