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ARTICLES
Style
El Vez is Philly’s Go–To Classic, Loud, and Lively Mexican Joint.
As Philly’s Mexican food scene grows, Stephen Starr’s El Vez remains a cheerful and consistent crowd-pleaser.
Film
Why the DC Extended Universe Can't Be Saved
Batgirl and The Flash aren't the first comic book heroes the DCEU has failed.
Film
The Sandman: Like most dreams, forgettable
Neil Gaiman's 'The Sandman' is one of his most ambitious titles. Unfortunately, the Netflix series isn't ambitious enough.
Style
Johnny Depp, Amber Heard, and the Court of Public Opinion
In the case of Depp v. Heard, social media reached a verdict long before the jury did.
Television
Does Disney+'s Acquisition of "Dancing with the Stars" Foreshadow the Death of Broadcast TV?
ABC's ratings problem is about to get a lot worse.
Film
In Memory of Philadelphia's Forgotten Movie Theaters
Movie theaters have never been exempt from the changing entertainment industry.
Film
Google Chrome Extension SignUp Fights to Make Movies Deaf–Accessible
As Deaf representation in film grows, we must ensure these movies are within reach.
Style
The Monkey and The Elephant Doesn't Just Have Coffee, It Has Heart
This Philly non–profit redefines the 3Cs: coffee, cause, and community.
Film
A World–Class Creative Team Can't Save 'The Batman' from Subpar Writing
The only thing that isn't perfect about the superhero's latest reboot is its writing.
Film
Bent Button Vice President Kota Yamamoto Talks Turning His Hobbies into Tangible Results
How this Wharton sophomore is developing his creativity at Penn's premier filmmaking club
Film
Should Chadwick Boseman's Black Panther Be Recast?
The late actor started T'Challa's legacy. It shouldn't end with him too.
Film
Living in the Past: The Rise of De–Aging Technology in Hollywood
When it comes to banking off of nostalgia, the film industry has more tools at its disposal than ever.
Film
How Disney is Subverting the Fairytale Narrative
Lately, Disney's animated features are highlighting family over romance.
Film
For Ejun Hong, Animation is a Means of Self–Discovery
This Penn first–year tells powerful stories through her dreamlike animations.
Television
M. Night Shyamalan's Brilliant Direction Shines in the Season Three Premiere of 'Servant'
The hit–or–miss director hits it big with this Apple TV production.
Television
How Betty White Crossed Generational Borders
Reflecting on the comedy legend’s prolific career
Music
A Look Back on Stephen Sondheim's Finest Works
A tribute to the late composer’s impressive career
Film
‘Eternals’ Falls Victim to the Marvel Formula
Marvel’s latest effort shows why it’s time to redefine the superhero genre.
Arts
PAFA’s New Exhibit Highlights the Female Gaze
'Joan Semmel: Skin in the Game' depicts sexuality through a feminist lens.
Film
These Four Films are Touching Odes to Journalism
Reflecting on the films that pay tribute to the underappreciated art form of journalism
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