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Caption: Well-rounded characters are difficult to create.
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What Makes a Good Fictional Character?

Iris Chiofolo, Staff Writer April 21, 2023

Whether or not a piece of media— books, movies, TV series, etc.—is enjoyable is dependent on the characters. While this is not the case for some people, I find that characters can make or break a story....

Adrian Lee and Fez are common examples from the 2000s of Latino and Foreign people.
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The Importance of Exploring Outside the Bubble of Western Media

Carmen DeThomas, Staff Writer March 17, 2023

Growing up, the only media I consumed was western media. But often, the western media consumed by Americans would portray a stereotypical racist view of different ethnicities and cultures. Common examples...

The iconic 2003 movie “Down With Love” with Ewan McGregor and Renée Zellweger.
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My Favorite Rom-com Programs to Watch for Valentines Day❤

Carmen DeThomas, Staff Writer February 12, 2023

With Valentine's right around the corner, it is always nice to have a good rom-com to snuggle up to and watch: so as an early gift, here are some of my favorite rom-coms that I recommend.   My...

Jeremy Renner playing MCU character “Hawkeye”

Jeremy Renner in ICU

Kiera Walker, Staff Writer January 27, 2023

On Jan.2, 2023, the day after new years Jeremey Renner was run over by his Snow plow after he got off of it. Renner who plays “Hawkeye'' in the Marvel universe, also plays the character, Clint Barton...

Photo Caption: Alice in Borderland and Squid Game are Netflix’s one of many hit asian series.
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Is Alice in Borderland the OG Squid Game?

Carmen DeThomas, Staff Writer January 20, 2023

In 2021, Squid Game was a phenomenon that rocked the world with Hwang Dong- hyuk's creative take on a modern capitalist society by using participants, who are struggling to make it through life due to...

Photo Caption: Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey both work together to uncover the gruesome story of Harvey Weinsteins sexual harassment allegations (Photo By: Vanity Fair)

Was “She Said” Worth the Wait?

Maddie Lewis, Staff Writer December 17, 2022

“A Quiet Thriller That Speaks Volumes” said by New York Times writer Alexis Soloski. “She Said” is an empowering and unforgettable film that undergoes not only the sexual harassment women can...

A photo of Lestat and Louis from the 2022 Adaptation of “Interview 
With a Vampire”
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Interview With The Vampire: 28 years later

Carmen DeThomas, Staff Writer October 21, 2022

It's been 28 years since the 1994 “Interview With The Vampire” was released, but the story first came to life with Anne Rice’s 1976 gothic horror novel of the same name.    The novel...

Set photo of older Rhaenyra (Emma D’arcy) with her uncle (Matt Smith)  
Logo for “House of the Dragon”

“House of the Dragon”: Does it live up to Game of Thrones?

Josh Dixon, Staff Writer October 6, 2022

After HBO’s hit show “Game of Thrones” ended in 2019, fans of the show wondered if they would get an adaptation of “Fire and Blood” which serves as a prequel 200 years before the events of the...

The Vampires give Guillermo a ‘thank you’ note written on a doily 
Source: FX Networks

What We Do in The Shadows Still Got It!

Kai Shabman, Opinion Editor October 6, 2022

‘What We Do in the Shadows’ is a show telling the story of four vampires and a familiar turned bodyguard in Staten Island, all trying to live through modern times and learning to adapt to the life...

Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence) played in the movie adaptation of “The Hunger Games.”

14 Years of Hunger Games

Iris Chiofolo, Staff Writer September 20, 2022

Sept. 4 was the 14th anniversary of Suzanne Collins’ “The Hunger Games.” First published in 2008 with a movie adaptation in 2012, the series was a major part of the dystopian fantasy kick-off in...

The crew of the Revenge watching as Roach the Cook scales the mast of the ship. Photo by Aaron Epstien.

“Our Flag Means Death” Review

Kai Shabman, Literature Editor May 10, 2022

“Our Flag Means Death” is the newest addition to Taika Watiti’s collection of shows he has directed and starred in. The latest episode was released on March 24, and it was an immediate booming success....

Escape the heat and get in the summer groove with these four fan favorites! Photo by Harkins Theater.

Four Movies to Get You in the Summer Groove

Ashleigh Martin, Staff Writer May 10, 2022

School is almost out, which means no more massive workloads, no insanely early curfews, and no more staying up late finishing projects or studying for tests. There are plenty of activities you can do over...

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