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From “America’s sweetheart” to “Miss Americana,” Taylor Swift is at her most vulnerable in latest Netflix documentary

From “America’s sweetheart” to “Miss Americana,” Taylor Swift is at her most vulnerable in latest Netflix documentary

Joanna Buoniconti, Copy Editor February 7, 2020
Taylor Swift released her first album at the age of 16, and has grown up under the glare of the spotlight. In her latest Netflix documentary, Swift opens up unlike ever before about struggles that she's encountered within her career and how that has transformed her into the influential woman she is today.
Is Saturday Night Live culturally dead in the water?

Is Saturday Night Live culturally dead in the water?

Shiloh Clark, Contributor February 5, 2020
The variety show has had several instances of jokes being criticized by the general public, but in recent years the question of whether or not the comedy of SNL is culturally relevant has been raised. 
The Circle takes catfishing to a whole new level

“The Circle” takes catfishing to a whole new level

Brianna Silva, Managing Editor January 28, 2020
For a show that prided itself as shocking and unique, it certainly delivered. “The Circle” has distinguished itself as something beyond a reality TV show, it’s an experience to grow as a human.
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The best pop culture moment from every year throughout the decade

Chloe Lindahl, Writer December 23, 2019
Whether they be good or bad, these events helped shape the decade’s history. Without further ado, here are the biggest moments from the 2010s.

Hockey Highlights: UMass hockey ends the semester with 4-1 win over Maine

Rachel Bevelaqua, Reporter December 8, 2019
UMass hockey dominates in two-win weekend over Maine.
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The Scorsese and Marvel debate: What defines cinema?

Brianna Silva, Writer November 7, 2019
Different films fulfill different tastes in their own ways. That’s the beauty of cinema, it’s an evolving form of art that encompasses an extensive array of genres and techniques.
(Screenshot from In the Shadow of the Moon trailer / YouTube)

“In the Shadow of the Moon” proves itself a worthy watch

Caroline Smith, Writer October 30, 2019
Driven by an incredible plotline, director Jim Mickle's creative style is on full display.
(Screenshot from Scream  trailer / YouTube)

Top five worst scary movies on Netflix

Kacey Connolly, Podcast Editor October 27, 2019
With spooky season in full effect, make sure you don’t cuddle up to these five horror films.
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HBO’s “Euphoria” does everything right when it comes to costume design

Shane Guilfyole, Writer October 24, 2019
The fashion reflected in entertainment eventually trickles down to audiences, who in turn adapt and further develop the looks until a new trend is born, thus forwarding the fashion cycle.
(Screenshot from The Politician Trailer / YouTube)

“The Politician” doesn’t play by the binary

Brianna Silva, Writer October 22, 2019
Blending diversity, humor, music, high school politics and some blood, Murphy crafts a brilliant recipe for disaster. Proving once again that there is nothing more entertaining than the lives of dramatic teenagers.
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“Riverdale” pays tribute to Luke Perry

Nasya Blackshear, Writer October 17, 2019
Archie put it best, “Fred Andrews will always be apart of Riverdale.”
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The EIC Podcast: “Joker” and the future of DC Comics

Jonathan Kermah, Co-editor in chief October 15, 2019
Jonathan Kermah is joined by entertainment writer David Anderson to talk about "Joker" and the future of DC Comics on the big screen.
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