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The Rise of Streaming Services: How They’re Changing the Film Industry

In the past decade, the film industry has undergone a seismic shift, largely driven by the rapid rise of streaming services.…

June 5, 2024

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The Parallels Between ‘The Talented Mr. Ripley’ and ‘Saltburn’

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

Though years apart in the making, the films have noticeable similarities. …

January 20, 2024

Jury Duty: The Best Series of 2023

Joshua Shweiki, University of Maryland, College Park

Follow Us The slogan “12 jurors. 11 actors” succinctly captures the unique concept and premise of the new television series “Jury Duty.” Premiering April 7 2023, the show took the country by storm. It revolves…

December 22, 2023

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What Your College Student Really Wants for Christmas

Natalie VanHecke, University of Texas at Dallas

Struggling to buy a present? Here’s a list of affordable gifts for your college student!…

December 7, 2023

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‘Fleabag’ and ‘Normal People’ Represent Fallible TV Characters

Anne Bannon, Scripps College

How characters who make bad choices make the two shows spectacular.…

October 4, 2023

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Lessons Learned from the Netflix Password-Sharing Crackdown

Olivia Hinck, Siena College

What do Netflix’s revamped sharing guidelines mean for the future of the streaming industry? …

September 23, 2023

Cheap Subscriptions to Help You Pinch Pennies

Liam Jackson, Michigan State University

While college can be expensive, paying for services doesn't have to be. Here are some cheaper versions you can access as a student.…

December 4, 2022

Everything We Know so Far About ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ Season 5

Morgan Thomas, Wayne State University

It's no secret that the series is inspired by real-life events. As the world continues to evolve, we can expect to see some big changes.…

July 5, 2022

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‘The Boys’ Reinvented Homelander, and It’s Ingenious

Christian Simon, Kutztown University

Few villains are as intimidating as this reimagined and twisted version of Superman.…

June 24, 2022

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‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ Offers a Lot of Possibilities

Jordan Oulela, University of Texas at San Antonio

Tolkien left an abundance of source material to work from, but speculators wonder if the new series will stay true to his original vision.…

March 4, 2022

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‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ Trailer Leaves Some Fans Wanting More

Janey Schmidt, Columbia College Chicago

Amazon's return to Middle-earth leaves something to be desired for hardcore Tolkien fans.…

February 24, 2022

Phoebe Waller-Bridge in the show Fleabag, holding a glass of wine.

Four British TV Shows That Could Butter Your Muffin

Rory Conlon, De Anza College

The genre is making a comeback into the American mainstream with interesting premises, plot twists and breathtaking cinematography.…

February 9, 2022

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Wish and Its Struggles With Fraudulent Products

Xochitl Menjivar, San Francisco State University

The website and app have gained a reputation for selling counterfeit and not-quite-as-advertised items, but that’s not what the company was originally all about.…

December 25, 2021

Our World, Justin Bieber documentary continues to track the star's evolution.

‘Justin Bieber: Our World’ Welcomes Viewers to the Bieber-Verse

Asiya Robinson, Rowan University

The superstar returns with another documentary to recap the major changes in his tumultuous life.…

November 17, 2021

Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Returns for a Fourth Season

‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ Returns for Its Fourth Season

Noir Galvin, Arcadia University

Everyone's favorite female comedian could reappear on television as soon as this December.…

November 1, 2021

What Audiences Should Expect for Season 2 of ‘Invincible’

Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University

With plenty of content from the original comics, the Amazon Prime show's plot development is full of endless possibilities.…

October 18, 2021

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Some Awesome Discounts for College Students in 2021

Tanisha Bhat, Boston University

School can be expensive. Take advantage of some deals in the new year to lighten the burden on your wallet.…

January 28, 2021

‘The Wilds’ Reminds Us of the Hardships of Being a Teenager, but With a Disturbing Twist

Eva McCarthy Mínguez, Stony Brook University

Have you been missing 'Lost' lately? 'The Wilds' may have fooled you into believing they were similar, but are they really?…

December 28, 2020

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‘Critical Role: The Legends of Vox Machina’ Has Tabletop RPG Fans Excited

James C. Loftis, University of North Texas

The popular Dungeons and Dragons 'actual play' podcast 'Critical Role' is getting a new animated series on Amazon Prime.…

August 4, 2020

‘Upload’ Explores Satirical Look at Capitalism, Digital Afterlife

Madalyn Watson, Baylor University

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

June 16, 2020

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Premium Streaming: Is the Price for Subscribing Worth It?

Mirella Gonzales, Texas Tech University

Should you spend the money on a long-term subscription or stick to those free trials?…

March 13, 2020

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Letterboxd Changed the Way I Watch Movies

Brendan Bell, Towson University

If you're in a Netflix-watching rut, download the social networking app that inspired me to watch more films.…

February 8, 2020

What to Watch, Read, Listen and Follow After Watching ‘Modern Love’

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

Feeling blue waiting for Season 2? Check out this list for content that is sure to fill the void.…

November 15, 2019

Could ‘The Wheel of Time’ Be the Next ‘Game of Thrones’?

Gabriel Egbert, University of Louisville

Amazon Prime hopes to ride the fantasy wave with a show based on this 14-book series.…

October 29, 2019

What Can We Expect From Season 2 of ‘The Boys’

Noah Carey, University of Pennsylvania

With filming already underway, here is a way-too-early look at what could happen in the next installment of Amazon Prime's sleeper hit.…

September 12, 2019

Amazon Prime’s ‘Carnival Row’ Is a Fantasy Tale Unlike Any Other

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

With exciting world-building and a unique commentary on social issues, 'Carnival Row' is another solid effort by Amazon Prime.…

September 11, 2019

9 Student Discounts All College Kids Should Use

Katelyn Melder, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Do yourself a favor and save a few bucks with these student discounts.…

September 10, 2019

‘Carnival Row’: The Fantastical Lens Portraying Today’s Immigration Issues

Hannah Jumer, Converse College

Set in a world where fairies and humans live side-by-side yet far from together, this book is full of romance, suspense and political tension that reflects the issues of our own world.…

September 9, 2019