“Mufasa,” a live action adaptation of a prequel to “The Lion King,” released on Dec. 9, 2024, has become that last straw for a lot of Disney fans. Not only has live action become old, it’s become grossly overused. The recent releases and the upcoming lineup have really pushed fans away from the franchise. “Mufasa” is often criticized by its rushed storyline, poor computer-generated...
10 Things I Hate About You This classic 1990’s rom-com stars Julia Stiles, Heath Ledger, Joseph Gordon-Levitt and many more astonishing actors. This movie is probably one of the best things to come out of the 90's. This story is about two sisters where the youngest sister can’t date until her ill-tempered older sister does. This movie is loosely based on Shakespeare’s play, “The Taming of...
From comic book pages to the big screen, Marvel has evolved into an entertainment juggernaut that has captivated audiences worldwide. The MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe) continues to thrive by exploring themes like politics, social issues, and the multiverse. While its visuals and battles grab attention, Marvel's ability to stay relevant comes from addressing relatable topics, keeping audiences engaged...
“Smile 2,” released on October 18, was one of the biggest anticipated releases, just in time for the Halloween season. I liked the first movie’s themes and plot, which made me more excited when I heard the sequel would be released this year. “Smile 2” had a much bigger budget, over $11 million more than the first movie, which kept my expectations high. Similar to the first movie, “Smile...
#1: Accepted If you think it’s too late for you when it comes to college admissions, this movie will save your life. Released in 2006 by director Steve Pink, “Accepted” follows the trials and tribulations of senior Bartleby Gaines, portrayed by Justin Long, after he gets rejected by every college he’s applied to. While sulking at the grad party for his best friend Sherman Shrader III,...
Little Women by: Louisa May Alcott Wow. Okay. This was so good, but I was so confused. While it may seem confusing in the first few chapters, as there is not a real "storyline" in the first chapters as much as other books. Slowly, you get used to the characters, style, etc. Only thing is, some of the plot points are a bit strange, but overall, really good. I personally think that this is probably...
Celebrity influence in politics has always been a widely debated topic; some welcome the viewpoints of these well-known citizens while others oppose it altogether. Individuals may stand with a favorite celebrity, or they may wish they would stick to what they are good at and stay out of politics. Either way, they have made their way into politics and they don't seem to be leaving anytime soon. Back...
Entertainment, and what constitutes it, is sort of like a rock in a raging river. This river is not of water, but of cultural change: aesthetics, philosophies, emotions and a myriad of other things; all pieces that shape the entertainment people choose to create and consume. As a result, pieces from different times can vary strongly in theme and mood, sometimes causing future generations to scratch...
Once again, March speeds past us in the blink of an eye as we approach the first day of April. Many of you may think that you have passed the age of seemingly childish April Fools' Day pranks, but here are a couple of suggestions to bring this tradition back and feel the nostalgia of your childhood once again! These pranks range from harmless and easy to messy and infuriating. Feel free to choose the...