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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.
“The Queen’s Gambit” is more than just a game

“The Queen’s Gambit” is more than just a game

Aaron Vincent Facundo, Contributor November 19, 2020
The writers managed to transform chess from a classy game of wit into a tactical and psychological war between two individuals.
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Adam Sandler’s “Hubie Halloween” is a not-to-be-taken-serious, spooky flick 

Sean Dunham, Contributor October 16, 2020
The Netflix original serves the purpose of providing lots of laughs and demonstrating a feel-good story in which a somewhat lonesome character rises to his long-awaited glory.
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BLACKPINK releases long-awaited first album and Netflix documentary

Isabel Guilmette, Contributor October 16, 2020
In an industry as image-driven as K-pop is, it’s rare to see any attempt to push past the flawless appearance of a group as big as BLACKPINK and get straight to the heart and spirit of the members and their honest love for what they do.
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“American Murder: The Family Next Door” will chill you to the core 

Kacey Connolly, Podcast Editor October 13, 2020
From background on who Shanann was to the complicated intricacies of her marriage, Netflix outlines the Watts Family Murder so perfectly it almost feels just a little bit fake.
Five (more) films to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Five (more) films to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Brianna Silva, Editor-In-Chief September 30, 2020
Building off the list of films from last year’s roundup, here are five films that push the limits of representation in front of and behind the screen. Ranging from the United States to Chile, each of these films explore different lives, cultures and genres. Regardless of your primary language, these films are sure to evoke deep emotions.
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In Memoriam: Chadwick Boseman replicates the legacy of MLK and Malcolm X

Nasya Blackshear, Assistant Lifestyle Editor September 21, 2020
“He didn't have to compromise to get a billion dollars. He said, look, I can be myself and bring blackness into this world, into your comic book world and will turn it upside down sideways,” said Bracey.
Kanye West at the 2009 Tribeca Film Festival and Taylor Swift at the 2019 iHeart Radio Awards. Both have recently spoken against industry contracts/ David Shankbone and Glenn Francis, respectively

Power behind the voice: The long history of mismanagement in the music industry

Julia Donohue, Managing Editor September 17, 2020
Unfortunately West, Swift and Chance The Rapper are not the first musicians to be weighed down by the industry Chronicled below are how three major musical entities were mismanaged by one man, Allen Klein.
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A mini guide to HBO’s free streaming

Julia Donohue, Entertainment Editor April 16, 2020
HBO has made some of their best shows, documentaries and movies free. But with hundreds of hours of content, what are you supposed to watch?
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“Wild Wild Country” documents the shocking story of a spiritual guru’s move to Oregon

Shane Guilfoyle, Assistant Entertainment Editor April 9, 2020
We're roughly four weeks into quarantine now. If you’ve grown tiresome of the recommended Netflix stream, “Wild Wild Country” stands as an enthralling ride.
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Netflix’s “Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness” sheds light on the eccentric big cat community

Kacey Connolly, Podcast Editor April 1, 2020
From throuple marriages and attempted murder to animal print suits and husbands fed to tigers, this series shows the strangest of America, only getting more bizarre the longer you watch.
Whats Free to Stream While You Sit Inside All Day

What’s Free to Stream While You Sit Inside All Day

Julia Donohue, Entertainment Editor March 27, 2020
In case you need some distraction from the global crisis or just want to enjoy something other than your once-daily walk, here are some free streaming options.
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