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An astronaut cast in a green glow stands a green pane projected onto a black background. They are covertly peeking behind them, their eyes visible in the glass mask at some unknown figure, said figure's shadow fluidly creeping along the green path like ink.

Alien: Isolation and the Horror in the Sublime

How the video game Alien: Isolation utilizes sensory cues to keep players on edge, making sure they're always aware of the present dangers.…

March 23, 2024

The ‘90s X-Men Cartoon is Back with “X-Men ‘97”

Archie Wagner, University of Iowa

X-Men ‘97 taps into the ‘90s “X-Men: The Animated Series” nostalgia while creating something new for modern audiences.…

March 14, 2024

Deadpool stands out against a paper-like background in his red and black uniform, swords strapped firmly to his black. A question mark hovers next to his head, held by a speech bubble made from a similar paper-esque material as the background; the material also outlines Deadpool's body, suggesting both he and the question mark have been cut out and glued to the background. His eyes are fixed in a smug glance, like he wants the question communicate just how stupid he thinks you are.

Could Deadpool be the “Messiah” the MCU needs?

Santiago Rivera, Washington University in St. Louis

As fun as the trailer was, after so many disappointing Marvel productions lately, is it worth getting hyped up?…

February 27, 2024

The Perpetually Delayed ‘Avatar’ Sequels — Where Are They?

Fatima Sani, Rollins College

James Cameron's groundbreaking film premiered in 2009 and was later promised to be followed by four more installments. But, more than a decade later, where are they?…

June 15, 2021

Too Many Heroes

Eric McInnis, Arcadia University

Next year ushers in a wave of new superhero flicks, but the comic-book boom is going to backfire.…

April 27, 2017

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