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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 Life and Process of R.L. Stine

Hamad Naroze, Hunter College

What best-selling children's horror author R.L. Stine can teach up-and-coming writers through his professional process.…

April 22, 2024

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Kate Middleton’s Disappearance: America’s Enduring Fascination with the British Monarchy

Sarah Erin, Brooklyn College

What lies behind Kate Middleton’s prolonged absence, and what does it reveal about America's enduring fascination with the British monarchy?…

April 1, 2024

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‘Bridgerton’ Versus ‘Gossip Girl,’ or How To Make the Rich Relatable?

Amiri Rivers-David, Pomona College

While both series deal with scandals in high society, the recent Netflix Original fails at humanizing its wealthy and pompous cast of characters.…

February 26, 2021

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‘F is for Family’ Is an Unapologetic Send Up of ’70s Culture

Michael Boland, DePaul University

The raunchy Netflix animated sitcom from Bill Burr satirizes the nuclear family and does away with rose-tinted glasses.…

February 24, 2021

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5 Young Adult Books To Read Before Their Upcoming Screen Adaptations

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

Check out these novels before their film versions hit the theaters and streaming services.…

February 21, 2021

‘Next In Fashion’ Is a Lesson in Collaboration and Passion For One’s Craft

Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

What can Netflix's one season runway competition, led by Alexa Chung and Tan France, teach us about imperfection, artisanship and representation?…

February 18, 2021

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‘Headspace Guide to Meditation’ Is the Perfect Show for Meditation Newbies

Emma Watts, University of Arizona

This Netflix original is an ideal starting point for people interested in incorporating reflection and processing one’s emotions into their daily lives.…

February 7, 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

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In ‘Lupin,’ a Gentleman Super Thief Outwits the Wealthy

Aimi Wen, Duke University

Netflix’s new hit series features a complex main character with awe-inspiring intellect, as well as a fast-paced plot.…

January 29, 2021

‘Death to 2020’ Gives New Meaning to a New Year

Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

This mockumentary from the creators of 'Black Mirror' might make us rethink killing off this year just yet.…

January 28, 2021

‘In Wonder’ Is Another Documentary Digging Deep Into the Lives of Musicians

Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

Concert and other music documentaries give us access to the lives behind the public faces of artists such as Shawn Mendes, Taylor Swift and more.…

January 25, 2021

‘Excuse Me, I Love You’ Shows Ariana Grande’s Connection With Her Fans

Katherine Bry, Washington University

The Netflix special takes a look at the emotions behind the singer's Sweetener world tour.…

January 22, 2021

Illustration of cheerleaders in an article about the Cheer documentary on Netflix. (Illustration by Eri Iguchi, Minneapolis College of Art and Design)

Even Beyond Cheerleading, ‘Cheer’ Tells a Story of Value and Purpose

Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

This inspiring Netflix documentary highlights Navarro Community College coach Monica Aldama and her dedication to giving her students the drive and opportunity to succeed.…

January 21, 2021

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In ‘Cobra Kai,’ the Characters Must Defeat the Past

Laura Song, Biola University

Maintaining the charms of the original beloved 'Karate Kid' trilogy, the sequel series sends a strong message about not letting the past define you.…

January 20, 2021

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Is Netflix’s Ballet School Drama ‘Tiny Pretty Things’ En Pointe?

Samantha Havela, University of Michigan

The interesting plot but questionable scenes have audiences trying to figure out if the show makes the cut.…

January 19, 2021

Dua Lipa’s ‘Love Again’ Masters Being Both Sad And Uplifting

Katherine Bry, Washington University

An episode of Netflix’s 'Song Exploder' offers insight into the process of creating the record.…

January 12, 2021

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‘The Queen’s Gambit’ Isn’t Just About Chess

Eva McCarthy Mínguez, Stony Brook University

In a show seemingly just about a board game, the writing and character representation go way beyond the sport.…

January 5, 2021

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‘100 Humans’ Explores Everyday Questions With Fun Experiments

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

The show may not be 'Bill Nye the Science Guy,' but it's an enjoyable way to pass the time and learn a few things about the human experience.…

December 30, 2020

‘If Anything Happens I Love You’ Shows a Senseless Reoccurring Tragedy

Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

The subtle symbols and artwork in the animated movie illustrate the unspoken grief felt by families who have lost a loved one to mass gun violence.…

December 29, 2020

Nepotism Continues To Reign in ‘The Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives’

Tanisha Bhat, Boston University

These four film industry spouses show off their fantastic lives, but how much of it is just branding to get their children into the business?…

December 28, 2020

A picture from The Crown of Princess Diana.

‘The Crown’ Season 4 Courts Controversy With Princess Diana’s Eating Disorder

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

The show tries to accurately portray Princess Diana's struggles, but does it go too far with overly graphic and triggering scenes?…

December 16, 2020

3 Holiday Baking Shows That Will Put the Jingle in Your Bell

Callie Rosenzweig, University of Chicago

Looking for some festive fun to put you in the holiday mood? Try watching these three baking shows on Netflix.…

December 12, 2020

‘The Princess Switch’ Sequel Is Just Another Cliche Christmas Movie

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

The Netflix original is one of many Christmas movies filled with pointless storylines and overused tropes.…

December 5, 2020

‘The Crown’ Shows the Royal Family’s Real-Life Fairytale Gone Wrong

Tanisha Bhat, Boston University

Season 4 of the hit Netflix series captures the troubled British royalty during the 1980s, punctuated by Princess Diana and Prince Charles' tumultuous marriage.…

November 29, 2020

A screenshot from the Netflix movie "Rebecca."

Netflix’s ‘Rebecca’ Fails as a Work of Gothic Cinema

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

The movie, based on the book of the same name, falls short of the unsettling themes its predecessor succeeds at. Its failure results in a film that doesn't know what it is.…

November 17, 2020

As NBC Introduces Peacock, The Streaming Wars Rage On

Katherine Bry, Washington University

The broadcasting network is joining the fray, and it has brought 'Friends' and 'The Office' with it. Our beloved shows are getting divided between an increasingly large number of streaming services.…

November 16, 2020

A screenshot of the Netflix movie "Holidate."

‘Holidate’ Reinforces the Cultural Expectation of Marrying Young

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

The new Netflix film questions the common family expectation of being in a relationship, but it falls into the very cliche it attempts to critique.…

November 15, 2020

Netflix’s ‘Grand Army’ Has Come To Enlist and Enlighten You

Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

The series, spotlighting five teenagers at a Brooklyn public high school, is bigger than its individual characters; it’s about an entire generation and the way empathy can change the world.…

November 11, 2020

‘Julie and the Phantoms’ Strikes a Chord as the Next ‘High School Musical’

Summer Brotman, University of California, Los Angeles

Kenny Ortega, the creator of the iconic musical trilogy, strives to make another music-filled creative work — which might even be better than its predecessor.…

November 10, 2020