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How K-Dramas Romanticize Toxic Relationships and Still Adopt the Female Gaze
By Emi Shimada
K-Dramas utilize plot and editing devices to glorify toxic behaviors, but maintain international viewership by adopting the female gaze.
Arts and Entertainment
Strike Causes Beauty to Fade In Hollywood
By Sama Daga
The lack of production caused by the Hollywood strike has taken away employment opportunities from stage artists, raising concerns over the future of these professions.
Arts and Entertainment
Wednesday: Halloween Came Late This Year
A review of Netflix’s supernatural coming of age series Wednesday, an adaption of the popular Addams family franchise
Arts and Entertainment
Blurring the Lines Between Real and Surreal: Review of Atlanta Season Four
By Lucien Clough, Simone Raleigh
Atlanta is fearless, but not reckless, keeping itself grounded in realistic characters and commentary while reveling in the surreal.
Arts and Entertainment
The Devil’s Mistakes
By Raisa Noha
“Devil in Ohio,” Netflix’s newest addition to its repertoire of thriller dramas, follows Mae, an escaped member of a satanic cult, as she infiltrates the lives of the Mathis family.
Arts and Entertainment
Heartstopper: the Endearing Queer Fairytale We’ve Been Missing
Netflix’s “Heartstopper” is a tender depiction of young queer love.
Arts and Entertainment
“Everything Everywhere All At Once” Finds Meaning in the Multiverse
“Everything Everywhere All at Once” instills fast-paced, cleverly controlled chaos in its plot, but when the wacky fun fades, a portrayal of extraordinary emotional complexity is revealed.
Arts and Entertainment
Lady Whistledown’s Triumphant Return
A recap of Season 2 of the Netflix series “Bridgerton,” told by Lady Whistledown herself.
Arts and Entertainment
Misleading Medical Dramas
Fan favorites like “Grey’s Anatomy” glamorize medical careers and provide misinformation with real-life risks.
Arts and Entertainment
Euphoria: A Glimpse Into Today’s Youth
By Subha Bhuiyan, Eleanor Leung
A review on the characters and artistic qualities of popular HBO show “Euphoria.”
Arts and Entertainment
Arcane: Beating Already Unbeatable Expectations
A review of "Arcane," Netflix's smash-hit animated series
Arts and Entertainment
The Emmys: New Year, Same Old Show
Though many looked forward to the return of larger awards ceremonies, the 2021 in-person Emmys were an indicator of why these shows are declining in viewership and popularity.
Arts and Entertainment
“Only Murders in the Building” Kills It
By Roxy Perazzo
A review of “Only Murders in the Building,” Hulu’s new murder mystery.
Arts and Entertainment
Bye-Bye 99, for the Second Time
By Roxy Perazzo
A review of the final season of “Brooklyn 99,” and the show overall.
Arts and Entertainment
An Ultimate Showdown Between the WGA and the AMPTP
There are several issues at the heart of the nation’s ongoing writers strike, but the most prevalent of these include demands for higher pay and a more stable pay structure, fairer deals and contracts, and clear guidelines around the usage of AI.
Arts and Entertainment
The Woman in the Mirror: How Representations of Female Vanity Have (Not) Evolved
In modern times, the idea of female vanity continues to align with the path set by men centuries ago, growing more demeaning and provocative with time. The concept of vanity has evolved over time, but the continued emphasis on women’s obsession with their looks remains unaltered.
Arts and Entertainment
The Rise and Fall of The Walking Dead
By Munem Tajwar
What led to the fall of The Walking Dead?
Arts and Entertainment
Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story
A review of Netflix’s “Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story,” as well as the controversy surrounding its release.
Arts and Entertainment
Thriller Korean Dramas That Will Get You Hooked On Hallyu
By Raisa Noha
If you enjoyed Squid Game, you’ll definitely enjoy some of these K-drama thrillers.
Arts and Entertainment
Can You Fake It Til’ You Make it?
By Raisa Noha
Netflix’s newest based-on-a true story series, “Inventing Anna” (2022), gives audiences a glimpse into the life of con-woman Anna Sorokin and the lengths of her deception that fooled New York’s elite.
Arts and Entertainment
“All of Us Are Dead” Breathes New Life Into the Zombie Genre
By Nicole Liu
A review of “All of Us Are Dead,” the newest Korean zombie apocalypse show with a unique high school setting and relatable teenage protagonists.
Arts and Entertainment
(Almost) 100 Years of Betty White
By Madison Kim
For over seven decades, American treasure Betty White has been able to make a place for herself on television, speaking volumes about her inextricable link to the small-screen medium.
Arts and Entertainment
Bridgeton Middle Finds Love in “Big Mouth” Season Five
The fifth season of Netflix’s Big Mouth hits a number of beats, some good and some less good.
Arts and Entertainment
Bo Burnham’s Internet Age Quarantine Fever Dream
Bo Burnham’s new special is not as comedic as many expected, but delivers as a piece of truly innovative and introspective art.
Arts and Entertainment
A New Take On An Overdone Story
By Aaron Visser
Amazon’s bloody animated comedy “Invincible” flourishes within the boundaries of the superhero genre.
Arts and Entertainment
The Boys Are Back: “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier” Soars onto Disney+
Marvel’s “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier” made its big debut on the small screen as a grounded, compelling story that is sure to leave viewers begging for more!
Arts and Entertainment
Behind the Titanic Success of “Attack On Titan”
By Julie Grandchamp-Desraux, Anika Amin
“Attack On Titan” has been acclaimed as one of the most popular animes of its time, and this comprehensive review explains why.
Arts and Entertainment
How To Rediscover New York: A Quarantine Cult Classic About Meeting Strangers
By Aaron Visser
Arts and Entertainment
“Squid Game”: An Ugly Reflection Of Human Nature
By Nicole Liu
Netflix’s newest Korean Drama,“Squid Game” is a suspenseful show that utilizes realistic characters and an action-filled plot to draw people in and tell a story about human nature.
Arts and Entertainment
Moordale’s Finest Return for a Third Season
Sex Education Season three retains the quality of its predecessors as it continues to expand and build upon its cast of eccentric and endearing characters.
Arts and Entertainment
The Gossip Girl 2021: Classy or Corny?
By Anika Amin
Gossip Girl is back, but is it better than ever?
Arts and Entertainment
The Meaning of Life Through Neon Genesis Evangelion
“Neon Genesis Evangelion” conveys human emotions and problems realistically and gives insight to people on the meaning(s) of life.
Arts and Entertainment
Do You Dare to Enter the Shadow Fold?
Netflix’s newest YA fantasy show “Shadow and Bone” adds an intriguing twist to the beloved books that it is adapted from.
Arts and Entertainment
Justice is Gray, Four Hours Long, and Uncomfortably Square
Zack Snyder’s four hour monstrosity of a movie does a lot to fix the flaws of the 2017 release of the “Justice League” but ultimately runs into an array of its own problems.
Arts and Entertainment
“Nomadland”: Frames of Humanity
While Chloé Zhao’s third feature goes out of the way to avoid talking politics, its genius is in locating emotional truth amidst disaster.
Arts and Entertainment
Ginny & Georgia: Netflix Is “Woke”
By Ivy Halpern
A critique of “Ginny & Georgia” and Netflix.
Arts and Entertainment
An Ultimate Showdown Between the WGA and the AMPTP
There are several issues at the heart of the nation’s ongoing writers strike, but the most prevalent of these include demands for higher pay and a more stable pay structure, fairer deals and contracts, and clear guidelines around the usage of AI.
Arts and Entertainment
Bo Burnham’s Internet Age Quarantine Fever Dream
Bo Burnham’s new special is not as comedic as many expected, but delivers as a piece of truly innovative and introspective art.
Arts and Entertainment
The Woman in the Mirror: How Representations of Female Vanity Have (Not) Evolved
In modern times, the idea of female vanity continues to align with the path set by men centuries ago, growing more demeaning and provocative with time. The concept of vanity has evolved over time, but the continued emphasis on women’s obsession with their looks remains unaltered.
Arts and Entertainment
Heartstopper: the Endearing Queer Fairytale We’ve Been Missing
Netflix’s “Heartstopper” is a tender depiction of young queer love.
Arts and Entertainment
The Meaning of Life Through Neon Genesis Evangelion
“Neon Genesis Evangelion” conveys human emotions and problems realistically and gives insight to people on the meaning(s) of life.
Arts and Entertainment
“Everything Everywhere All At Once” Finds Meaning in the Multiverse
“Everything Everywhere All at Once” instills fast-paced, cleverly controlled chaos in its plot, but when the wacky fun fades, a portrayal of extraordinary emotional complexity is revealed.
Arts and Entertainment
Thriller Korean Dramas That Will Get You Hooked On Hallyu
By Raisa Noha
If you enjoyed Squid Game, you’ll definitely enjoy some of these K-drama thrillers.
Arts and Entertainment
A New Take On An Overdone Story
By Aaron Visser
Amazon’s bloody animated comedy “Invincible” flourishes within the boundaries of the superhero genre.
Arts and Entertainment
Do You Dare to Enter the Shadow Fold?
Netflix’s newest YA fantasy show “Shadow and Bone” adds an intriguing twist to the beloved books that it is adapted from.
Arts and Entertainment
Lady Whistledown’s Triumphant Return
A recap of Season 2 of the Netflix series “Bridgerton,” told by Lady Whistledown herself.
Arts and Entertainment
Justice is Gray, Four Hours Long, and Uncomfortably Square
Zack Snyder’s four hour monstrosity of a movie does a lot to fix the flaws of the 2017 release of the “Justice League” but ultimately runs into an array of its own problems.
Arts and Entertainment
The Boys Are Back: “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier” Soars onto Disney+
Marvel’s “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier” made its big debut on the small screen as a grounded, compelling story that is sure to leave viewers begging for more!
Arts and Entertainment
“Nomadland”: Frames of Humanity
While Chloé Zhao’s third feature goes out of the way to avoid talking politics, its genius is in locating emotional truth amidst disaster.
Arts and Entertainment
Can You Fake It Til’ You Make it?
By Raisa Noha
Netflix’s newest based-on-a true story series, “Inventing Anna” (2022), gives audiences a glimpse into the life of con-woman Anna Sorokin and the lengths of her deception that fooled New York’s elite.
Arts and Entertainment
Misleading Medical Dramas
Fan favorites like “Grey’s Anatomy” glamorize medical careers and provide misinformation with real-life risks.
Arts and Entertainment
Behind the Titanic Success of “Attack On Titan”
By Julie Grandchamp-Desraux, Anika Amin
“Attack On Titan” has been acclaimed as one of the most popular animes of its time, and this comprehensive review explains why.
Arts and Entertainment
Ginny & Georgia: Netflix Is “Woke”
By Ivy Halpern
A critique of “Ginny & Georgia” and Netflix.
Arts and Entertainment
Euphoria: A Glimpse Into Today’s Youth
By Subha Bhuiyan, Eleanor Leung
A review on the characters and artistic qualities of popular HBO show “Euphoria.”
Arts and Entertainment
How To Rediscover New York: A Quarantine Cult Classic About Meeting Strangers
By Aaron Visser
Arts and Entertainment
Not Just for Kids: Anime’s Expansion to the United States
By Anika Amin
Anime has steadily been increasing in commercial popularity within the U.S., and perhaps one day it will reach a level of mainstream critical acclaim as well.
Arts and Entertainment
“All of Us Are Dead” Breathes New Life Into the Zombie Genre
By Nicole Liu
A review of “All of Us Are Dead,” the newest Korean zombie apocalypse show with a unique high school setting and relatable teenage protagonists.
Arts and Entertainment
(Almost) 100 Years of Betty White
By Madison Kim
For over seven decades, American treasure Betty White has been able to make a place for herself on television, speaking volumes about her inextricable link to the small-screen medium.
Arts and Entertainment
The Rise and Fall of The Walking Dead
By Munem Tajwar
What led to the fall of The Walking Dead?
Arts and Entertainment
Wednesday: Halloween Came Late This Year
A review of Netflix’s supernatural coming of age series Wednesday, an adaption of the popular Addams family franchise
Arts and Entertainment
Arcane: Beating Already Unbeatable Expectations
A review of "Arcane," Netflix's smash-hit animated series
Arts and Entertainment
Bridgeton Middle Finds Love in “Big Mouth” Season Five
The fifth season of Netflix’s Big Mouth hits a number of beats, some good and some less good.
Arts and Entertainment
Did “Love Hard” Make the Naughty or Nice List?
By Nicole Liu
“Love Hard” is a shallow and predictable rom-com that misses the mark when it comes to Asian representation by furthering harmful stereotypes.
Arts and Entertainment
Blurring the Lines Between Real and Surreal: Review of Atlanta Season Four
By Lucien Clough, Simone Raleigh
Atlanta is fearless, but not reckless, keeping itself grounded in realistic characters and commentary while reveling in the surreal.
Arts and Entertainment
Old Habits Die Hard In the Newest Season of “You”
By Nicole Liu
The third season of Netflix’s psychological thriller “You” is full of twists and turns and explores interesting dynamics.
Arts and Entertainment
The Emmys: New Year, Same Old Show
Though many looked forward to the return of larger awards ceremonies, the 2021 in-person Emmys were an indicator of why these shows are declining in viewership and popularity.
Arts and Entertainment
Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story
A review of Netflix’s “Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story,” as well as the controversy surrounding its release.
Arts and Entertainment
“Only Murders in the Building” Kills It
By Roxy Perazzo
A review of “Only Murders in the Building,” Hulu’s new murder mystery.
Arts and Entertainment
“Squid Game”: An Ugly Reflection Of Human Nature
By Nicole Liu
Netflix’s newest Korean Drama,“Squid Game” is a suspenseful show that utilizes realistic characters and an action-filled plot to draw people in and tell a story about human nature.
Arts and Entertainment
Moordale’s Finest Return for a Third Season
Sex Education Season three retains the quality of its predecessors as it continues to expand and build upon its cast of eccentric and endearing characters.
Arts and Entertainment
The Devil’s Mistakes
By Raisa Noha
“Devil in Ohio,” Netflix’s newest addition to its repertoire of thriller dramas, follows Mae, an escaped member of a satanic cult, as she infiltrates the lives of the Mathis family.
Arts and Entertainment
Bye-Bye 99, for the Second Time
By Roxy Perazzo
A review of the final season of “Brooklyn 99,” and the show overall.
Arts and Entertainment
Bye-Bye 99, for the Second Time
By Roxy Perazzo
A review of the final season of “Brooklyn 99,” and the show overall.
Arts and Entertainment
“Love, Victor”: An Imperfect Story, Imperfectly Told
While “Love, Victor” represented a major step forward for LGBTQ+ diversity, the show had major flaws and was too straight-pleasing for most LGBTQ+ audiences.
Arts and Entertainment
How K-Dramas Romanticize Toxic Relationships and Still Adopt the Female Gaze
By Emi Shimada
K-Dramas utilize plot and editing devices to glorify toxic behaviors, but maintain international viewership by adopting the female gaze.
