Dwayne The Rock Johnson

Illustration of characters from Red Notice

‘Red Notice’ Is Filled With Twists and Turns That Will Leave You Shocked

In this Netflix Original, Dwayne Johnson, Ryan Reynolds and Gal Gadot share the screen in an action-packed comedic film with an unexpected ending.…

January 16, 2022

An illustration of a man bathing, emitting green fumes to represent stench, to accompany an article about Hollywood celebrities' anti-bathing stances.

The Hollywood Anti-Bathing Epidemic Reveals a Larger Societal Problem

Mariam Nasief, Columbia University

Celebrities are admitting that they don’t bathe, revealing the classism of society's fixation on hyper-cleanliness.…

September 11, 2021

An illustration depicts the main character of Jungle Cruise, played by Emily Blunt, holding a lantern in the midst of dense jungle foliage.

‘Jungle Cruise’ Is Perfect for Dwayne Johnson — And That’s the Problem

Mariam Nasief, Columbia University

This new Disney film is as entertaining as it is well-made, but for The Rock, it’s far from original.…

September 4, 2021

An article about Disney's fifth first gay character.

Disney’s Fifth ‘First Gay Character’ Appears in ‘Jungle Cruise’

Ian Linn, Oberlin College

The action film, though a small step forward for the queer community, is yet another example of a studio trying to gain media attention without any true depth.…

August 20, 2021

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson wrestling with someone in the WWE

How Has the WWE Been Dealing With COVID-19 Restrictions?

James C. Loftis, University of North Texas

When performances depend on a live audience for entertainment, is it possible for the wrestlers and their fans to stay safe?…

September 16, 2020

Earthquake Preparedness 101 from ‘The Rock’

Kevin Cordon, University of California at Irvine

Apparently, you’re not supposed to stand in a doorframe?…

October 8, 2016

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