Study Breaks - Page 427 of 447 - Fresh perspectives on pop culture from students across the United States.

Luke Skywalker, a Stormtrooper, and the Death Star

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

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.

Chris Dang, University of California, Riverside

Protesters march alongside a "Black Lives Matter" banner at one of many protests across the globe

Thoughts

How To Support Black Lives Matter Protests Without Marching or Donating

It may seem like the only meaningful action right now is to hit the street, but there are plenty of other options to support the movement, even if you don't have any money.

Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University

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How To Host a Fun Virtual Game Night With Friends During Quarantine

Just because you can't be together in person doesn't mean you can't have a blast.

Daniel Reed

Thoughts

Lessons I’ve Learned From the Queer Icons Who Raised Me

These role models from the LGBTQ+ community have helped me become a more authentic version of myself.

Kaitlyn Nuebel, University of Pittsburgh

Thoughts

The Empire of Kylie Jenner Shows the Complexity of the American Dream

While she already had millions of dollars and name recognition from the get-go, the 'self-made' mogul reveals the anxiety behind the idea of success for millennials and Gen Z.

Luke Gair, Sewanee: The University of the South

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‘Lore Olympus’ Reimagines Greek Mythology With an Epic Modern Twist

This wildly popular, binge-worthy web comic takes the myth of Hades and Persephone and sticks it into today's world.

Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

Screens

‘Upload’ Explores Satirical Look at Capitalism, Digital Afterlife

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

Madalyn Watson, Baylor University

Screens

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

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

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

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

Screens

Digital Theater Productions Will Be the Answer Long After Quarantine Ends

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

Starr Shapiro, Columbia University

Sounds

‘Set My Heart on Fire Immediately’ Shows the Power of Feeling Everything

Throughout Perfume Genius' latest album, Mike Hadreas embraces emotional excess and channels it into one of the best indie pop efforts of the year.

Caleb Mullenneaux, St. Olaf College

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Why Can’t Authors Leave Their Successful Series Alone?

All good things must come to an end. By constantly amending their works, authors like J.K. Rowling risk ruining their books — and stunting the growth of young fan fiction writers.

Ailun Shi, UC Berkeley