Film & TV
Film
'Raya and the Last Dragon': Disney Can Do More to Stop Anti–Asian Hate
As accurate and empowering as the cultural representation in the film may be, it simply isn't enough.
by ARIELLE STANGER
Film
Jewish Nominees in the Upcoming 2021 Oscar Awards
After the antisemitic controversies faced by SNL and NBC, the positive representation of Jewish people in entertainment comes with a sigh of relief.
by ARIELLE STANGER
Television
British Drama ‘It’s a Sin’ Makes Waves in HIV/AIDS Awareness Efforts
Thoughts on a heart–wrenching and exuberant tribute to victims of the HIV/AIDS epidemic
by ARIA VYAS
Television
Growing Pains of a Grown–Up 'Riverdale'
Can a time jump usher in a 'Riverdale' renaissance?
by MEG GLADIEUX
Film
Netflix's 'Bad Trip' Packs a Whole Lot of Chaos in 90 Minutes
This hidden–camera prank comedy will have you at the edge of your seat—and then falling off of it from laughter.
by ARIELLE STANGER
Film
Movie Theaters Have Started Reopening: How and Why?
Silence your cell phone, put on a mask, and enjoy the show.
by ARIELLE STANGER
Television
'The Bachelor' and Diversity: How its Efforts Have Continuously Failed
Their baby steps often send them in the wrong direction.
by ARIELLE STANGER
Film
The Golden Globes: Reimagining The Awards Show
The recent Golden Globes made it clear that changes to the awards show process were made out of necessity during the pandemic. But what about inclusivity?
by ARIELLE STANGER
Television
Is 'Sex and the City' Incompatible With Gen Z's Values?
Examining an early 2000s classic through a modern lens
by AIDAH QURESHI
Television
Pulling Back the Curtain on 'iCarly'
What went over our heads as kids, and what went on behind the scenes
by ARIELLE STANGER
Television
'Firefly Lane' is the Road to Quick and Easy Entertainment
Like eating popcorn, 'Firefly Lane' is pretty unfulfilling—but at least it gives you something to do.
by ARIELLE STANGER
Television
A Closer Look at 'Crashing' and the Magic of Phoebe Waller–Bridge
Before 'Fleabag,' there was 'Crashing.'
by ARIA VYAS
Film
'Minari' Tenderly Explores Family and Sacrifice
The film is an emotional character–driven study of what it means to be a part of a family.
by HARSHITA GUPTA
Film
The Strange Comfort of the Time–Loop Romance Movie
Exploring beauty and cynicism of sci–fi twists on classic rom–com tropes
by MEG GLADIEUX
Television
Diving Into the Paradox of Matt James and The Bachelor's Problematic Casting
Matt James won’t solve the show’s deep–rooted issues in racial representation.
by PHUONG NGO
Film
Dancing with the Devil: Dance in Horror Films
Dance horror is the genre where the graceful meets the grotesque.
by ARIELLE STANGER
Television
Amazon Prime’s ‘The Wilds’ is the Best Show You’re Not Watching
It’s so much more than a gender–swapped Lord of the Flies.
by MEG GLADIEUX
Style
A Kardashian Post–Mortem: Looking Back on 12 Years of Influential Fame
A reflection on the family that revolutionized fame
by AIDAH QURESHI
Film
A Tribute to the Legendary Larry King
Appreciating the highlights of his extensive career
by ARIELLE STANGER
Film
A Love Letter to Uma Thurman, the Most Badass Lady in Film
The actress is simultaneously punchy and poised—on and off screen.
by ARIELLE STANGER
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