‘The Last of Us’ episode 9 is a finale that sticks the landing
By Ben Konuch
"You live in a broken world that you could have saved."
After nine episodes of watching Joel and Ellie’s story, HBO’s “The Last of Us” has come to an end. With brutality on full display, beautiful cinematography and one final masterful performance from Pedro Pascal, “The Last of Us” ends its first season in spectacular - albeit rushed - fashion.
This episode begins with a flashback scene that introduces us to Anna, a pregnant woman played by Ashley Johnson, ...
‘All the Good People Here’ is a compelling thriller with an eye-popping plot twist
By Chris Karenbauer
As someone who isn’t a big fan of thrillers, I resisted reading Ashley Flowers’s “All the Good People Here.” But after a friend convinced me to read the book, I can say that I’m glad that I gave it a chance.
“All the Good People Here” is full of twists and unexpected outcomes. Released in August 2022, the novel follows two women, Krissy Jacobs and Margot Davies, and their investigation of the murder of January Jacobs, Krissy’s 6-year-old daughter.
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‘We Have a Ghost’ embraces cliches in a comedic ghost story
By Katlynn Rossignol
The Presley family moves into a new house and finds Ernest, the awkward ghost of a middle-aged man, haunting their attic. Jahi Di'Allo Winston plays Kevin Presley, who becomes Ernest’s friend and wants to help him move on to the afterlife, while his dad Frank, played by Anthony Mackie, sees Ernest as the family’s ticket to fame and fortune. After Frank posts videos of Ernest, eccentrically acted by David Harbour, to YouTube, he quickly becomes an internet phenomenon ...
‘The Wingfeather Saga’ episodes 4-6 improve a solid foundation
By Sophia Monastra
After a several-week hiatus, “The Wingfeather Saga” has finished its first season, and I couldn’t be more pleased with how the show has developed.
Searching for a way to save his friend Sara Cobbler, Janner and his siblings are rescued from local wildlife by Peet the Sock Man, who somehow connects to the Igiby family’s secrets. After the Fangs of Dang discover jewels from the destroyed kingdom of Anniera, the Igiby family is arrested. With Peet’s help, they ...
‘Barbie: Life in the Dreamhouse’ is the greatest television event of our decade
By Ben Konuch
“That’s my… my dying secret, Barbie. Whenever I’m with you, you know my life is always a dreamhouse…”
When my roommate first asked if I wanted to watch a Barbie show with him, I thought he was insane. Why would I, a 19-year-old male college student, ever want to watch something Barbie related? But after constant, persistent nagging, I finally caved in and joined a few of my hall friends for a watch party, and that day my eyes were opened.
“Barbie: ...
Rian Johnson’s ‘Poker Face’ attempts to bring back a classic formula
By Janie Walenda
With his new television series “Poker Face,” Rian Johnson confirms that he has a knack for creating iconic detectives. One of the most exciting things about his “Knives Out” films for me is not his subversion of murder mystery tropes, but rather watching Benoit Blanc become established alongside iconic movie and television detectives. One such iconic detective is Lieutenant Columbo, who serves as a clear inspiration for both the characters and plots of Rian Johnso...
‘Jesus Revolution’ is a film that explores hope in a hole of darkness.
By: Laci Strouse
As I walked into the movie theatre, I had no idea what to expect. I had no prior knowledge of what this movie would be about. I saw there was a new Christian film out and immediately purchased tickets. After watching the film, I had no regrets.
“Jesus Revolution” was set in the late 1960s in California. The film begins with the main character Greg (Joel Courtney) meeting some private school students. It didn’t take long for them to influence Greg to join ...
Why ‘Miraculous’ is worth watching
By Kristina Birt
“Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir” is a French anime created by Thomas Astruc that takes place in modern-day Paris. The original idea for the show contained darker themes and was targeted toward adults. It ended up being more cutesy and targeted toward children ages seven and up.
The universe of “Miraculous” has a lot of lore that is introduced in episodes “Origins: Part 1” and “Origins: Part 2.” Part 1 begins by showing a miracle box, a ...
‘The Last of Us’ episode eight is a horrifying battle for survival
By Ben Konuch
“But if you can’t find a way to trust me, then yes, you are alone.”
What do you do when the person you trust more than anyone else in the world to protect you suddenly leaves you alone and vulnerable in a world desperate to tear you apart? This is the terrifying reality that Ellie has to face in episode eight of “The Last of Us,” which seeks to adapt one of the most emotional and controversial segments of the game and does so in an uncomfortable yet masterful ...
‘Scream 6’ is a bloody good time
By Samuel M Acosta
This review contains some spoilers for “Scream 6”
Even though I became a fan of this franchise a bit late, I was excited when they announced that “Scream 6” would be released so soon after the previous installment. With the added element of New York City, this one seemed to have a much larger scale. I saw it the day it came out and absolutely loved it. It continues the meta-commentary that the previous film thrived on, but implemented it much more naturally ...
