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A screenshot from the show From Scratch shows the two main characters sitting next to each other at a table with concerned looks on their faces

From Scratch: A Beautiful Story About Love, Loss and Community

This short series perfectly captures the experience of watching a loved one pass away before your eyes. The director writes, “In Italy we have a saying: in dreams, as in love, all is possible.”…

December 20, 2022

In an article about Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, an illustration of Dahmer's eyes and glasses

How Systemic Racism Protected a Murderer in ‘Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story’

Caroline Ocampo, The University of Texas at Arlington

The recent Netflix series shows how racial biases helped the infamous serial killer get away with murder for 13 years.…

October 13, 2022

The Success of ‘Cobra Kai’ Makes It the Reboot of All Reboots

Asiya Robinson, Rowan University

The Netflix series reignites the love for the original 'Karate Kid' films.…

January 21, 2022

illustration of bloom from fate: the winx saga

You Should Give Netflix’s ‘Fate: The Winx Saga’ a Chance

Sophie N. Munoz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Although the show has failed to impress fans of Nickelodeon's 'Winx Club,' it is still worthwhile and enjoyable to watch.…

February 14, 2021

‘Bridgerton’ Uses a Feminist Lens on the Past To Comment on the Present

Anna Wurm, Texas A&M University

The hit Netflix series evokes contemporary gender inequality by looking at the dramatic day-to-day existence in 1813 high-society London.…

February 1, 2021

Watch ‘Selling Sunset’ If You Need More Drama in Your Life

Abigail Adeleke, University of Miami

Designer fashion, million-dollar commissions and catty gossip — welcome to your new favorite Netflix reality show.…

August 26, 2020

An illustration depicting how everyone one on this earth is connected

Netflix’s Science Documentary ‘Connected’ Is Essential Pandemic Viewing

Kaitlyn Nuebel, University of Pittsburgh

The docuseries reveals astonishing connections between people and the planet, reminding us that there's more than a virus linking the world together.…

August 19, 2020

A scene from the movie 'The Kissing Booth 2' on Netflix

‘The Kissing Booth 2’ Depicts an Unrealistic High School Experience, Again

Kaitlyn Nuebel, University of Pittsburgh

While the sequel may be totally different than your own high school days, it does paint a picture of the experience we all wished we had.…

August 11, 2020

An illustration of Zac Efron helping to save the planet from the documentary titled 'Down to Earth'

In ‘Down to Earth,’ Zac Efron Encourages Us To Save the World

Kaitlyn Nuebel, University of Pittsburgh

Netflix's new documentary series reaffirms the notion that change for the better can be possible by taking even the smallest of steps.…

August 6, 2020

Netflix’s ‘Ragnarok’ Returns Norse Mythology to Its Roots

Mia Kellner, University of St Andrews

Adaptations of Norse mythology have become commonplace in American and British pop culture. The Norwegian series finally presents a Scandinavian take on its folklore while incorporating present-day issues.…

August 2, 2020

Illustration by Diana Egan in article about "Dark"

The Final Season of Netflix’s ‘Dark’ Bends Genres, Minds and Time

Mia Kellner, University of St Andrews

The first two seasons of the German sci-fi series gained popularity for their mind-bending depiction of time travel. The third season brings the sprawling saga to an end.…

July 24, 2020

Ben Platt as Payton Hobart gives a political speech in front of the American flag in The Politician.

Season 2 of ‘The Politician’ Feels Like a Different Show

Olivia Dimond, Bates College

While the first season packed juicy storylines and absurdity into eight episodes, the new season tones a lot down — including the characters’ sexualities.…

July 6, 2020