Lyrical Breakups
How did we get so many love songs?
By Teagan Warren
Examining the Billboard 100 songs for the week of March 7, about 72 of the 100 songs listed covered romantic love or sexual content as central topics.
Many other topics seem neglected in modern music, even considering other forms of love: love of a parent for a child, love among friends or the love for those in our communities.
Beyond even these relationships, there are the strangers who amuse with their oddities, the ...
The new animated ‘Stranger Things: Tales of 85’ brings a fresh take to the original series
By Danielle Cherry
“Stranger Things: Tales of 85” drops fans right back into Hawkins, slotting in right between seasons two and three of the original series. Following the main cast, “Tales of 85” expands on what happens right after Eleven closes the Hawkins lab gate.
Initially, I was skeptical about how this project would pan out. “Stranger Things” season five was such a hit among fans and it seemed like “Tales of 85” was only going to be a cash grab to recapture ...
‘You, Me and Tuscany,’ more like you, me and no plot
By Danielle Cherry
With beautiful views of Italy and an even more beautiful cast, “You, Me and Tuscany” had the makings of a fun romantic comedy. Yet, despite the mainstream actors, it felt like the movie was nothing more than a tour through the Italian countryside.
I’ve got to say, I love a good European based movie, with its cultural stereotypes and jokes that don’t quite land for American audiences. “You, Me and Tuscany” follows American house sitter Anna as she ...
‘This is a Gardening Show?’
By Danielle Cherry
“This is a Gardening Show” is the brainchild of actor/comedian Zach Galifianakis, with the premise mostly consisting of Galifianakis strolling in a garden and making corny jokes.
Where to begin? This show is by far the most unique project that has come out on Netflix in recent history. It contains 16 minute episodes that all follow the same structure: interview with kids, interview with experts and application with children.
While the structure of each ...
The first two episodes of ‘Maul: Shadow Lord’ slash their way to the top of ‘Star Wars’ charts
By Carly Shaner
“As the Empire has risen, we have all been made to suffer…But there are many who have prospered from my misfortune…soon, they will all pay,” Darth Maul said in episode one of the series.
The “Star Wars” universe is back with another project set between “Revenge of the Sith” and “A New Hope.” “Maul: Shadow Lord” picks up a year after the “Clone Wars” finale and follows Darth Maul (voiced by Sam Witwer) as he rebuilds his criminal syndicate ...
‘Outcome’: a comedy film about making amends falls flat for audiences
By John Hiett
Opening up to a 30% rating for both critics and audience members, it seems “Outcome” wasn’t received well by fans despite the movie having a stacked cast. Presenting itself as a dark comedy, the film “Outcome” follows Reef Hawk (Keanu Reeve), a 56-year-old actor who has spent five years turning his life around after overcoming a heroin addiction.
An issue arrives however when his crisis lawyer, Ira Slitz (Jonah Hill), reveals that someone is blackmai...
‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Season 2 drops right back into the action
By Carly Shaner
Note: Contains spoilers to “Daredevil: Born Again” Season 1.
Foggy Nelson is dead. Wilson Fisk, Kingpin, is mayor of New York City and has created an Anti-Vigilante Task Force (AVTF), that takes more unconventional action when dealing with those whom Fisk labels criminals or vigilantes. The city is divided in its feelings about both Fisk and vigilantes as some (like Daredevil) work to protect the city, while others (like Benjamin Poindexter/“Bullseye” and “Mus...
‘XO, Kitty’ just might take the cringey cake
By Amelia Morris
From the mind of Jenny Han, “XO, Kitty” is a spin off of the book and movie series “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before.” Following in the footsteps of “The Summer I Turned Pretty,” also by Jenny Han, the cringe is back with “XO, Kitty.”
“XO, Kitty” is Kitty's turn to shine as the younger sister to Laura Jean, the star of “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before.” The third season of “XO, Kitty” follows Kitty beginning her senior year while she ...
‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ achieves pure box office success with surgical execution
By Gabriel Payne
The sequel to 2023’s “The Super Mario Bros Movie” has been long anticipated by fans all over the world, young and old alike. The newest installment into a promising collection of films inspired by the treasured “Super Mario Brothers” video games promised new characters to love, new locations to explore and fun for the whole family.
From the opening scene, the intention of the filmmakers for this beloved project is clear. This was created to rake in as much ...
‘Pizza Movie’ delivers a completely out of left field psychedelic comedy
By Amelia Morris
Jack and Montgomery are two roommates who are bullied incessantly by the college football team. The pair of friends are the typical “loser” types you would find in a high school movie, only this is college.
Jack is blamed for the entire football team’s demise. As a result, nearly everyone at school makes his college life harder. By association, Montgomery is tormented as well. Still, the two stick by each other. The reason why is kept a secret from the audience for ...
