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Fans say goodbye to beloved series as the new and final film, “Mission: Impossible Final Reckoning,” nears theaters.

Mission Complete: Tom Cruise’s stunt-filled journey concludes as “Mission Impossible Final Reckoning” nears theaters

Sabrina Richards, A&E Editor May 16, 2025

The Mission Impossible movies have entertained viewers for the past three decades. From hanging off of an airplane and climbing a cliff to holding his breath underwater for six minutes and climbing the...

Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal return with a fan favorite in an action packed sequel. Their comedic duo has been praised by many  critiques online.
Photo Credit to Amazon MGM Studios.

‘The Accountant 2’ intensifies the action in the riveting sequel

Raina Mishra, Copy Editor May 13, 2025

‘The Accountant 2’ released in theatres nationwide on April 25. The original 2016 film starring Ben Aflleck has remained a fan favorite over the years, bringing excitement for the sequel. The original...

Michael B Jordan was seen in a dual role in this horror thriller. His characters were identical towns, Smoke and Stack, returning to their hometown in Mississippi.
Photo Credit to Proximity Media

Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinner’ explores the depths of horror and history

Raina Mishra, Copy Editor May 12, 2025

Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners’, released on April 18, is a cross-genre horror film starring Michael B. Jordan. The film blends different elements of music, Southern period drama and social themes.  Set...

Pictured is the poster for HBO's adaptation of "The Last of Us Part II." The events of the sequel will span across the second and third seasons of the adaptation.
Photo Credit to HBO

Fans are cautiously optimistic for the future of HBO’s “The Last of Us,” following a major plot twist.

Reid Yoder, Photo Manager May 5, 2025

Following the first season's success, fans were eager to see how HBO would adapt the second installment in the “The Last of Us” franchise. When it was released in 2020, “The Last of Us Part II”...

Netflix released a documentary about the dark side of kidflencing on April 9, 2025. It surrounds the lives of the many teen influencers affected by exploitation in the social media industry.
Photo Credit: IMDb

Netflix’s ‘Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidinfluencing’ exposes the exploitation behind childhood fame

Raina Mishra, Copy Editor April 30, 2025

Netflix’s ‘Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidfluencing’ premiered on April 9. This three-part documentary dives into famous teen influencer Piper Rockelle and her squad members’ past experiences...

Netflix Original, The Life List, is ranked number seven in movies on Netflix.

REVIEW: Netflix’s “The Life List” encourages viewers to pursue their dreams

Katie Haas, Photo Manager April 29, 2025

Based on the novel by Lori Nelson Spielman, “The Life List” is a 2025 romantic comedy starring Sofia Carson and Kyle Allen. The story follows Alex (Carson), who, after her mother passes, is left with...

The receipt for two tickets to see the re-release of Pride & Prejudice (2005) starring Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfayden and Rosamund Pike.

Two centuries later, “Pride and Prejudice” continues to capture hearts

Katie Haas, Photo Manager April 29, 2025

Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice” was first published in 1813 and despite being over 200 years old, it remains a beloved romance. The story follows Elizabeth Bennet as she watches her sisters fall...

Suits LA releases on NBC and Peacock, airing weekly episodes.
Photo Credit: NBC

REVIEW: Suits L.A. fails to live up to its predecessor in a wildly uninteresting portrayal of corporate law in Los Angeles

Mau Sanchez Carmona, Sports Editor April 21, 2025

14 years after “Suits” premiered on television, the highly anticipated spinoff, “Suits L.A,” released on Peacock. In a bold attempt to revitalize the original, Suits LA falls short of the wit,...

“Adolescence” media poster featuring Owen Cooper as 13-year-old Jamie Miller.
Photo Credit: Netflix

OPINION: Inside the manosphere: ‘Adolescence’ explores the roots of online radicalization and its impact on toxic masculinity

Ishika Desai and Raina Mishra April 21, 2025

On March 13, 2025, ‘Adolescence’ took Netflix by storm, as viewers were toppled by the illustrious reality of today’s society. The miniseries compelled a huge audience, as it has quickly become the...

McDonald’s has touched the public's hearts with their new official Minecraft Meal. The meal features nostalgic references and the partnership comes as a celebration of the release of the Minecraft Movie.

Minecraft momentum: Pop culture product collaborations drives consumeristic fan behavior

Grace Boleyn, P.V. Only April 16, 2025

April 4 marked the premiere of “A Minecraft Movie,” and as people across the country flooded the theatres for its release, many companies hit the world with massive collaborations in celebration of...

The phrase, "I am Steve," prompted thunderous applause in Cinemark's IMAX theater.

REVIEW: “A Minecraft Movie” leaves theaters packed and roaring with applause on opening night

Reid Yoder, Photo Manager April 7, 2025

Friday night marked the opening of the highly anticipated live-action adaptation of the beloved block game, Minecraft. Despite the movie’s expected failure, showings saw theaters packed with high schoolers...

Louise Kames's Exhibit "I Don't See Anything That's Not Beautiful" found on the first floor of the Figge Art Museum.

Figge Art Museum exhibits Louise Kames’s “I Don’t See Anything That’s Not Beautiful”

Swetha Narmeta, Feature Section Editor April 2, 2025

Artist Louise Kames focuses on creating art from decay in the natural world, simultaneously exposing the underlying beauty of it and commenting on systemic issues. Her exhibit “I Don’t See Anything...

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