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(Fake) Blonde Moment: Golden Globes, hair salons and reboots

Chad Douty and Grace Sherwood March 3, 2021
Tune in for a recap on this year's Golden Globe nominations.
Artwork by Celina Rivernider.

Marked As Read: “A Little Life”

Celina Rivernider March 1, 2021
Tune in to hear Celina unpack the controversial "A Little Life."
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“The World’s a Little Blurry”: Billie Eilish’s world of her own

Sean Dunham, Music Entertainment Editor February 28, 2021
Going from an ordinary, music-crazed teenager to a worldwide icon, Eilish's documentary takes viewers on an emotional journey through her life and career.
Photo taken from The Guardian

Ari Aster: The mind behind “Hereditary” and “Midsommar”

Aaron Vincent Facundo, TV/Film Editor February 27, 2021
Even before a Hollywood budget, horror director Ari Aster was making some of the most horrific films.
Daft Punk performing at Coachella, 2006 / Cred. Getty Images.

Daft Punk announces sudden disbandment

Isabel Guilmette, Writer February 24, 2021
The French duo leaves behind an electric legacy after nearly 30 years.
Screenshot from the My Neighbor Totoro trailer (YouTube)

Studio Ghibli: A collection of amazing storytelling and nostalgia

Emilee Klein, Writer February 24, 2021
Writer Emilee Klein invites us through her spoiler-free guide for the Studio Ghibli movies.
Artwork by Nick Contardo.

Goons Talk Tunes: Taylor Swift, The Weeknd’s halftime show and Tik Tok hits

Emma Calnan and Nick Contardo February 22, 2021
Tune in for a recap on music's biggest winter hits.
(Screenshot from “I Care A Lot” trailer / YouTube)

Colorfully flat: “I Care A Lot” fails to deliver a modern-day femme fatale

Brianna Silva, Editor-In-Chief February 20, 2021
With an intriguing plot and a promising cast, the film appears like another gripping adventure filled with twists and turns. However, it falls flat of its expectations. 
Album Cover for Fearless (Taylor’s Version)

Taylor Swift kicks off discography re-recording with new single

Isabel Guilmette, Writer February 17, 2021
The track, released Feb. 12, is just one of 26 tracks that will appear on the complete re-recording of Swift’s 2008 album "Fearless".
Artwork by Celina Rivernider.

Marked As Read: #BeanDad versus “The Road” dad

Celina Rivernider February 15, 2021
Tune in for Celina's take on the #beandad Twitter controversy.
Screenshot from Your Name. (Aaron Facundo/Amherst Wire)

Six movies to swoon over this Valentine’s Day

Aaron Vincent Facundo, TV/Film Editor February 14, 2021
Can't decide on the perfect flick to watch with your beau? Here's six of our film editor's favorites.
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“Judas and the Black Messiah” recreates an underlooked part of American history

Aaron Vincent Facundo, TV/Film Editor February 12, 2021
Throughout the duration of the film, the audience is constantly presented with dramatic irony. While they are made well aware of O’Neal’s cooperation with the FBI, Hampton's lack of awareness plays into the heartbreaking betrayal.
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