The Kissing Booth

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

the kissing booth snapshot from the teen rom coms movie

Teen Rom-Coms Dominate Netflix With Their Formulaic Plotlines

Meredith Granmayeh, Chapman University

Once known for dramas, the platform's originals now mostly consist of films that focus on teenage romance.…

April 4, 2022

copies of the Uglies book series next to a potted plant

Will the Upcoming ‘Uglies’ Film Adaptation Live Up to Fans’ Expectations?

Illusion Ventura, Whittier College

While the book series has been popular since its release in 2005, readers are worried that a movie will leave them disappointed.…

December 23, 2021

An illustration of Joey King and Jacob Eldori in 'The Kissing Booth'

‘The Kissing Booth’ Franchise Isn’t Just Bad, It’s Dangerous

Darby Williams, University of Michigan

Netflix has released three of these movies to relative popular success, but many critics would argue that none of them should have been made at all.…

August 30, 2021

Netflix Took Control of the Film Industry During the Pandemic

Caleb Mullenneaux, St. Olaf College

With the pandemic still raging and movie theaters struggling to reopen, streaming services are becoming the main place for watching movies.…

September 9, 2020

The two main characters prepare to kiss in the kissing booth.

‘The Kissing Booth’ Movie Series Is Filled With Toxic Relationships

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

The franchise seemingly glorifies romances and friendships that are characterized by unhealthy communication and dramatics.…

August 18, 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

10 Movies That Will Help You Look Forward to Summer

Kayla Placide, University at Buffalo

Once you start watching these movies, you'll forget that you're stuck inside indefinitely.…

April 7, 2020

3 Unproblematic Rom-Com Substitutes for ‘The Kissing Booth’

Gabbi Calabrese, Arkansas Tech University

Not trying to shame anyone who enjoyed 'The Kissing Booth,' but I would like to help you refine your rom-com palate.…

August 29, 2018

We’re Living Through the Summer of the Rom-Com

Carly Ristaino, Union College

What a time to be alive.…

August 27, 2018

4 Netflix Original Movies That Sci-fi and Drama Fans Will Geek Over

Thomas Turner, University of Rhode Island

It's hot outside anyway.…

June 17, 2018

How Netflix’s ‘The Kissing Booth’ Gets Almost Everything Wrong

Danielle Richardson, Florida State University

Featuring a male protagonist who is more controlling than cute and unrealistic friendship rules, 'The Kissing Booth' misses its mark.…

June 8, 2018

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