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Rorschach of ‘Watchmen’ Is a Mirror Reflecting Our Present Moral Issues

Mitchell Tanaka, Chapman University

Alan Moore's comics explored a character's psyche that continues to resonate with contemporary politics, albeit for the wrong reasons.…

July 2, 2020

‘Dear…’ Shows How Much of an Impact Your Legacy Can Have on Others

Kaitlyn Nuebel, University of Pittsburgh

Apple TV+’s latest series uses letters from people all over the world to demonstrate the impact one person can have.…

July 1, 2020

‘Upload’ Explores Satirical Look at Capitalism, Digital Afterlife

Madalyn Watson, Baylor University

Amazon Prime’s new series updates the afterlife to Heaven 2.0.…

June 16, 2020

‘Fire Force’ Features Complex Plot in Post-Apocalyptic World

Janella Tibbetts, Framingham State University

The anime will leave you with an endless amount of questions that you'll be begging to have answered.…

May 19, 2020

Netflix’s ‘The Witcher’ Bewitches Viewers, but Not Critics

Asha MacKay, Wellesley College

For fans of fantasy looking for a feminist addition to the genre, this series may or may not live up to expectations.…

February 11, 2020

HBO’s ‘Watchmen’ Is All About Change

Brendan Bell, Towson University

HBO’s adaption of the iconic comic caused controversy over creative liberties taken with its source material.…

January 20, 2020

Reading Caroline Kepnes’ ‘You,’ I Found Myself Closer to Joe Than Ever Before

Megan Thompson, Montclair State University

The original novel behind the Netflix series leaves fans intrigued and captivated by the modern-day Ted Bundy.…

January 19, 2020

Looking For a New Series? Check Out Netflix’s ‘Spinning Out’

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

You better skate to it!…

January 17, 2020

A Few Years Beyond High School: The Implications of Adult Actors Playing Children

Madison Feser, Seton Hall University

Legal and logistical barriers make casting minors something of a burden. Has the trend of adult actors assuming the role of teens skewed public perception?…

January 16, 2020

Does Season 2 of ‘You’ Live Up to the First Season?

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

With a majorly successful Season 1, can the Netflix series outdo itself?…

January 10, 2020

‘Friends’ Has Officially Been Taken Off Netflix and Now Fans Are Unsure of What to Binge

Megan Thompson, Montclair State University

With the long-running series no longer available and 'The Office' leaving fairly soon, it has left many subscribers wondering if Netflix is truly there for you.…

January 6, 2020

HBO’s ‘Succession’ Portrays Complicated and Damaged People

Brendan Bell, Towson University

The antics of the Roy family are one big car crash you can’t look away from.…

January 6, 2020

Seven Year Later, Disney Is Still Mishandling the ‘Star Wars’ Franchise

Brendan Bell, Towson University

After spending $4 billion to purchase the iconic media franchise, the giant entertainment conglomerate has little to show for it.…

January 2, 2020

Disney Plus’s ‘Encore!’ Is Giving Former Theater Kids Another Chance at Their Starring Roles

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

The new Disney Plus series reunites old classmates and gives them another chance to shine on stage.…

December 27, 2019

The Best Moments of This Season of ‘Saturday Night Live’ So Far

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

From musical performances to weekend updates, this season is full of gems.…

December 22, 2019

MTV Is a Shell of Its Former Self, and Has Been For a While

Brendan Bell, Towson University

What caused the No. 1 channel for music to become just another reality show network?…

December 17, 2019

‘YOU’ Brings Chills This Holiday With the Release of Season 2

Megan Thompson, Montclair State University

Viewers can anticipate a new Joe as he traverses Los Angeles looking for his next victim.…

December 17, 2019

A24 and the Transition From Hollywood Big-Budgets to Arthouse Masterpieces

Caleb Dukes, Rice University

This artier newcomer is stepping into the film industry's spotlight and edging out previous stalwarts like Miramax.…

December 12, 2019

‘The Mandalorian’ Isn’t Just for Fans of the ‘Star Wars’ Universe

Brendan Bell, Towson University

The new Disney Plus show can stand on its own, even without the connection to the expansive sci-fi franchise.…

December 8, 2019

A Comprehensive Look at This Season of ‘Dancing With The Stars’

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

Let’s talk about the highs, lows and how the heck Sean Spicer lasted so long in the competition.…

December 1, 2019

If You’re Not Watching ‘Letterkenny’ Already, Well, Pitter Patter

Gabriel Egbert, University of Louisville

This Canadian comedy continuously creates chuckles.…

November 26, 2019

The New ‘Dickinson’ TV Series Falls Short of Expectations

Caleb Dukes, Rice University

Hailee Steinfeld’s latest project doesn’t seem to get its main character.…

November 23, 2019

Loose Ends: How Cliffhangers Could Be Killing Sequels

Caroline Forrey, Miami University, Ohio

Whether it's the 'Matrix' trilogy or 'Gears of War,' leaving the audience hanging is starting to feel a little bit cliched.…

November 19, 2019

What to Watch, Read, Listen and Follow After Watching ‘Modern Love’

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

Feeling blue waiting for Season 2? Check out this list for content that is sure to fill the void.…

November 15, 2019

‘Empty Television’: BET’s Journey From Beloved to Bemoaned Television Network

Brendan Bell, Towson University

A look at how a once great network lost its way.…

November 4, 2019

‘Crisis on Infinite Earths’ Is Tying Together the Entirety of the Arrowverse

Caroline Forrey, Miami University, Ohio

The CW is taking a cue from the MCU in their biggest event so far — an ambitious crossover featuring the Flash, Green Arrow, Supergirl and more.…

October 23, 2019

‘MTV Floribama Shore’ Shouldn’t Be Produced and Here’s Why

Megan Thompson, Montclair State University

The popular reality series sheds light on the toxic issues that come along with reality TV.…

October 21, 2019

‘Superstore’ Continues to Tackle the Immigration Debate in Season 5

Blair Krassen, The University of the Arts, Philadelphia

While the show previously addressed other political issues, no other topic has been granted as much screen time as Mateo’s undocumented status.…

October 20, 2019

We Have to Talk About the ‘Euphoria’ Score

Caleb Dukes, Rice University

The brand new project from Labrinth has finally been released.…

October 17, 2019

A Guide to the TV Pilots Debuting in Fall 2019

Caroline Forrey, Miami University, Ohio

Pilot season is here. Here's a guide to what you should see or skip this fall.…

October 12, 2019