Natalie Portman

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The Craft and Controversy of Method Acting

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

The method may be unorthodox, but it serves a purpose. However, the dangers associated with the practice have attracted many detractors.…

December 16, 2022

A Drawing of Thor: Love and Thunder shows the female Thor crouching while a man facing away from the camera stands in the background.

Strong Women Fail To Shine in ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’

Ashley Hagan, Virginia Commonwealth University

Director Taika Waititi delivers a colorful movie with powerful female characters but still falls short of true representation.…

July 22, 2022

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‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ Is the Perfect Conclusion to Thor

Tori Rose, Spartanburg Methodist College

His newest solo adventure not only presents a beautiful conclusion to his character arc but also opens the door for a new story to start.…

July 20, 2022

There’s a New NWSL Soccer Team, and It’s Already Making History

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

Angel City is the first National Women’s Soccer League team to be owned by a majority of women.…

August 15, 2020

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Should ‘Black Swan’ Be Part of the Criterion Collection?

Chase Cutarelli, Columbia University

Aronofsky’s dance-thriller turns 10 in September, making it the perfect time to reflect on why it deserves recognition as an important contemporary film.…

August 3, 2020

Shailene Woodley’s Dramatic Weight Loss Is Just the Latest in Hollywood’s Unhealthy Saga

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

For weeks, Woodley restricted herself to a daily diet of a can of tuna, a little steamed broccoli and two egg yolks.…

July 3, 2018

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