Editorial

Zombieland: How Did We Get Here?

Zombieland: Double Tap is a 2019 film written by Rhett Reese, Paul Wernick, and David Callaham, and directed by Ruben Fleischer. A follow-up to the surprise 2009 hit Zombieland, Double Tap picks up ten years after the events of the first film. Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Emma Stone, and Abigail Breslin all return to reprise…

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Dungeons and Dragons: The Importance of Meta-Textuality

Dungeons & Dragons is a 2000 film written by Topper Lilien and Carroll Cartwright and directed by Courtney Solomon. Justin Whalin, Marlon Wayans, and Zoe McLellan star as a band of intrepid heroes, fighting to save the empire of Izmer from the machinations of the evil sorcerer Profion, played by Jeremy Irons. Dungeons & Dragons…

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Deep Dive: The Complex Theology of Steven Universe – Part 2

Part Two: Steven Universe and the Diamonds “Freedom is inherent to the world. To be an individual- whether a human mind or an elementary particle, is to be self-creative. But each individual must create itself out of all that has gone before. Past decisions both provide and limit present possibilities. Within these limits, the future…

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These Directors Are Making Waves in the World of Cinema

While not household names like Quentin Tarantino and Steven Spielberg, there are three industry leaders that have been revitalizing the world of cinema for the last five years. It’s more than just conjecture to say that their careers are just beginning, and that warrants a brief discussion about their works. In this director spotlight, we…

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Deep Dive: The Complex Theology of Steven Universe

Part One: The Gems Steven Universe is a Cartoon Network animated series created by Rebecca Sugar. It centers on Steven, a human-alien hybrid, as he tries to reconcile his supernatural powers with his human form. He lives with three powerful alien women, who call themselves the Crystal Gems. Together with the Crystal Gems, Steven fights…

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The Boys: A Scathing Review

The Boys is a 2019 Amazon Prime television series created by Eric Kripke. It takes place in an alternate universe, in an America that is overrun with superheroes. These heroes are all operating under the thumb of the overbearing Vought Corporation, whose main commodity is an elite super squad called The Seven. Meanwhile, Hughie Campbell…

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Stranger Than Fiction: Learning to Stop Worrying and Love Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows was published in 2007. It is the last book of J.K. Rowling’s epic seven-part adventure revolving around her hero, Harry Potter. Copies of the novel were reserved months in advance, and local bookstores hosted all-night costume parties for the book’s release. The attendees of these events were of all…

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Stranger Things Season Three: The Wins and the Duds

Stranger Things Season 3 released on Netflix on July 4th, 2019. The hit show is known for its 80’s nostalgia, creepy monsters, fantastic acting, and breakneck binge-able pace. It saw some of the most satisfying wins in the show’s short run… as well as some of the most disappointing duds. In this review, there won’t…

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Independence Day: The Perfect Three-Act Screenplay

Independence Day is a 1996 film written by Dean Devlin and Roland Emmerich, and directed by Roland Emmerich. It follows a fighter pilot (played by Will Smith), a scientist (played by Jeff Goldblum), and the President of the United States (played by Bill Pullman) as they attempt to save the earth from a hostile alien…

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Ten Terrorizing Netflix Titles

Fall is my favorite time of year. The leaves are turning, there is a nice crispness in the air, and the mood is just right for a good scare. As a horror fan, I’ve already been deep into the well of titles Netflix has to offer since August. It’s easy to binge through so many…

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