Afraid on purpose: Why we love horror movies
Nicholas Hull, Entertainment Editor
November 4, 2015
Filed under Entertainment, TV/Movies
Horror is a lot like comedy, every scare a punchline. It is an art of composing those moments that we don't see coming. But how do they keep coming up with those moments — how have we not seen it all before?
“Scream Queens” is killing us all
Ruthann Barry, Writer
October 13, 2015
Filed under Entertainment, TV/Movies
Have you predicted a day in which Ryan Murphy's hit television series "Glee" and "American Horror Story" become one? A day in which the bloodthirsty hierarchy of the high school caste system collides with literal, blood-shedding backstabbing?
From Walter to Tony: Why we love a good bad guy
Stefan Geller, Contributor
December 8, 2014
Filed under Entertainment, TV/Movies
"If the originality and confidence wasn't enough, anti-heroes feed the public's lust for dark realism on screen."
“Birdman” revives our spirits for better or worse
Nicholas Hull, Entertainment Editor
November 30, 2014
Filed under Entertainment, TV/Movies
"The sensationalism throughout the film is not a result of negligence, but of artistic intent. The film is so obscure, so in-your-face, that it forces the viewer to step outside of their comfort zone."
“Dear White People” delivers necessary social commentary
Stephanie Ramirez, Audience Engagement Editor
November 12, 2014
Filed under Entertainment, TV/Movies
We don't live in a post-racial society; people of color are still too often marginalized and unheard; and racism still exists.
All guts, all gory : Horror films you may have missed
Nicholas Hull, Entertainment Editor
October 29, 2014
Filed under Entertainment, TV/Movies
"Told from the viewpoint of a killer, the film is a tale of shattered glass, told from the perspective of gravity."
The new fall TV shows: Will you find your next obsession?
Ally Michitson, Writer
October 27, 2014
Filed under Entertainment, TV/Movies
"It’s a slightly far-fetched story line and it seems a little over the top, but each episode leaves the viewer wanting to to see how Team Scorpion is going to solve whatever national crisis that emerges each week."
Film review: Blue is the Warmest Color
Thomas Denman, Contributor
May 5, 2014
Filed under Entertainment, TV/Movies
"In addition to dealing with issues of class, “Blue is the Warmest Color” is a beautifully crafted film which explores sexuality, love, loneliness and society."
Kids, let me tell you what I learned from watching “How I Met Your Mother”
Nathalie Sczublewski, Writer
April 14, 2014
Filed under Entertainment, TV/Movies
"If the signs are all there pointing you in the right direction, follow them. Some of life’s greatest moments are the things that happen to you."
10 Shows you should be watching on Netflix
Ally Michitson, Writer
April 14, 2014
Filed under Entertainment, TV/Movies
"With summer rapidly approaching, those stressful days of worrying about homework and tests will soon be replaced by long, lazy days with nothing to do but soak up some rays."
Experience the magic of a Wes Anderson film
James Davis, Contributor
March 31, 2014
Filed under Entertainment, TV/Movies
"Anderson is able to completely uproot the standard story arc that he favored and allow his other ideas to flow through."
From page to screen: 6 books to look for in the movies
Ally Michitson, Writer
March 3, 2014
Filed under Entertainment, TV/Movies
"Most movies are books, and most of those books are best-selling novels. This year, a new wave of Young Adult books and novels are coming to the silver screen."
Jonathan Kermah and Trevor Wilson
"If you're listening to J.Cole everyday, something is wrong with you."
808s and Ankle Breaks Podcast: Episode 5
Ian Munnelly, Politics/Op-Ed Editor
If North Korea’s economy and people continue to dwindle in strength and faith in their leader, Kim Jong-un may be left with no choice but denuclearization.
