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For an article about "Hazbin Hotel," a blonde figure (Charlie) stands in a red suit jacket in front of a multi-story building that says "Hazbin Hotel" and a sign to her right that says "Welcome to Hell."

What’s the Hapz with ‘Hazbin Hotel’?

Natalie VanHecke, University of Texas at Dallas

What’s the draw to the show? Maybe a sprinkle of religious trauma?…

February 22, 2024

In this article about the similarities between "The Talented Mr. Ripley" and "Saltburn," for men with dark hair, stare brooding at the camera in a black and white grayscale. In the background, a pink monochromatic printing of a large, old home.

The Parallels Between ‘The Talented Mr. Ripley’ and ‘Saltburn’

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

Though years apart in the making, the films have noticeable similarities. …

January 20, 2024

In an article about the upcoming live-action Spider-Man Noir TV show, art of the director and the titular character against a webbed background.

What To Know About the Upcoming Live Action “Spider-Man” Show

Dominic Catalano, Arizona State University

There's a lot to look forward to with this fun mashup of Marvel and film noir.…

March 11, 2023

A screenshot from The Summer I Turned Pretty shows three young people running down a sand dune.

‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ Prime Series Makes Changes, Some for the Better

Vanessa Rivera, James Madison University

Jenny Han's lesser-known trilogy undergoes a few subtle plot tweaks in its transformation from beloved summer read to new TV adaptation.…

July 4, 2022

In an article about the show "The Boys" and their newest villain, Homelander, a screencap of the character in his super suit.

‘The Boys’ Reinvented Homelander, and It’s Ingenious

Christian Simon, Kutztown University

Few villains are as intimidating as this reimagined and twisted version of Superman.…

June 24, 2022

Photo of the characters from The Wheel of Time

‘The Wheel of Time’ Takes Center Stage as the Next Big Fantasy TV Series

Xochitl Menjivar, San Francisco State University

Amazon Prime Video's new show aims to fill the large gap left by the conclusion of ‘Game of Thrones.'…

November 17, 2021

Illustration of Aragorn from "Lord of the Rings" holding a sword

Will the New ‘Lord of the Rings’ Prequels Live Up to Their Predecessors?

Zach Spangler, University of Michigan

Prime Video hopes to incorporate elements of HBO’s hit 'Game of Thrones,' such as sex and violence, into its LOTR prequel series, but risks doing a disservice to its source material in the process.…

July 15, 2021

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