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The Story Behind Bluey’s Most Hated Character: Muffin

Cerasela Hanseter, University of California, Berkeley

It's Muffin! Why arguably the most-hated character on Bluey plays such a valuable role. …

April 5, 2024

Two robed figures with swords stand against a black background bisected in half by a golden glow, framed by red symbols. The figure to the right is dressed in light robes, has a blue sword and blond hair; his symbol is round and curved. The figure to the right is dressed in dark robes, has two blade -- red and purple -- and a mask; his symbol is squared and point.

The History of the Star Wars Universe Pre-Skywalker

Hamad Naroze, Hunter College

Analyzing the history, lore and cultures of the Star Wars universe prior to the iconic, genre-defining Skywalker saga.…

March 22, 2024

‘Phil of The Future’ Reunion? Aly Michalka Shares Photos of Cast Reunion

Study Breaks Editing Team

Almost 20 years later, the heartwarming 'Phil of the Future' reunion entices fans.…

December 8, 2023

Where Can ‘The Mandalorian’ Go After Its Season 2 Finale?

Emily Davies, Solent University

Season 2 of the intensely popular 'Star Wars' series has ended and left many fans wondering where the show can go from here.…

January 9, 2021

Movie Theaters Are Competing With Streaming Services, and They May Not Win

Emily Davies, Solent University

From Disney+ to HBO Max, the competition is fierce, and with cinemas already struggling due to COVID-19, this might just be the end.…

December 30, 2020

Clouds Zach and Sammy. (Image via Google Images)

‘Clouds’ on Disney+ Encourages Viewers To Live Life To the Fullest

Olivia Moosey, DePaul University

The new movie on Disney+ shows that you can accomplish anything no matter the challenges.…

November 5, 2020

Live-Action ‘Mulan’ Lacks the Depth of the Animated Original

Ailun Shi, UC Berkeley

After being hyped up for so long, the Disney remake featured plot holes, one-dimensional characters and cultural inaccuracies.…

October 3, 2020

The ‘Mulan’ Remake Fails at Nuanced Asian Representation

Cathleen Luo, Columbia University

While ambitious, Disney's live-action version of the beloved tale falls short of portraying three-dimensional characters, instead relying on broad generalities about Chinese culture.…

September 22, 2020

Illustration by June Le in article about the live-action "Mulan"

Live-Action ‘Mulan’ Releases to Disney+ for $30 Amid Controversy

Audrey Martin, Boston University

The remake is finally being released via the subscription-based streaming service in September for an additional $30 — and that’s just one point of contention.…

August 31, 2020

Beyonce posing as the mother of Moses in Black is King

Beyonce’s ‘Black Is King’ Reigns Supreme on Disney+

Yasmeen Ludy, University of Michigan

With the release of her latest visual album, Beyonce has set the bar yet again with a powerful tribute to Black culture.…

August 19, 2020

Donald Glover as Lando Calrissian in a ship's cockpit in "Solo: A Star Wars Story."

Lando Calrissian Is Getting His Own ‘Star Wars’ Series

Chris Dang, University of California, Riverside

Donald Glover will soon reprise his role as everyone's favorite smooth-talking smuggler in a new show on Disney+.…

August 19, 2020

The Mandalorian holding the Child, aka Baby Yoda.

‘The Mandalorian’ Season 2 Might Surprise Fans of the Animated ‘Star Wars’ Shows

Chris Dang, University of California, Riverside

Rumored appearances of characters from 'Star Wars: The Clone Wars' and 'Star Wars: Rebels' has fans excited for the upcoming season of the Disney+ show.…

August 12, 2020

The cast of Hamilton on stage during a performance

The Pros and Cons of Being a Second Wave ‘Hamilton’ Fan

Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

Even though I became obsessed with the theatrical masterpiece four years after everyone else, there are some upsides to experiencing the musical in 2020.…

August 11, 2020