In Defense of Che Diaz
(02/14/22 8:00pm)
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Give These Romantic Tropes A Second Chance
(02/14/22 4:00pm)
People seem to have a love–hate relationship with romantic tropes: They’re frustrating yet satisfying, predictable yet comforting, cringe–inducing, and yet, you can't peel your eyes away from the screen. The best rom–coms and romantic dramas have shamelessly embraced romantic tropes and made them their own, resulting in a plethora of timeless classics at one’s disposal around this time of the year.
Overheards 02.08.22
(02/08/22 5:00am)
Maneater with Social Anxiety: "Messing with men online is one of my favorite pastimes."
'Definition Please' is a Hot Take on South Asian Stereotypes
(02/08/22 1:38am)
Definition Please, directed by and starring Sujata Day, begins with a flashback of a young Monica Chowdry correctly spelling out "opsimath," earning herself the title of the 2005 Scribbs National Spelling Bee champion. What she seems to be doing is spelling out success—the audience is set up to believe that this is a story about a precocious child going on to do great things.
Overheards 02.01.22
(02/01/22 5:00pm)
The Female Gays: "I actually forgot that men can be in porn."
Are Penn Students Experiencing “Superhero Fatigue?”
(02/04/22 3:42am)
Superhero movies have been around for decades, with the first superhero movie arguably being a 1916 French film called Judex. Judex centers on a dark–cloaked vigilante named Jacques de Tremeuse who possesses no powers and relies on high–tech gadgets. Sound familiar? Yes, twenty–three years before writer Bill Finger and artist Bob Kane created Batman in May 1939, a Batman–esque hero had already been introduced to the world.
For Ejun Hong, Animation is a Means of Self–Discovery
(01/31/22 6:00pm)
When Ejun Hong (C '25) was ten years old, she struggled with an unidentifiable eye disorder that threatened her academic journey. However, as she watched various animated films, she found herself inspired. Animation felt empowering—in it, she saw something that “delivers hope, happiness, and inspiration" not only to her but to others around the globe.
Netflix’s 'Hype House' Isn’t Just Boring—It’s Sad.
(01/31/22 9:00pm)
Just last year, being in the Hype House—a $5 million content house that once housed social media superstars such as Charli D’Amelio and Addison Rae—seemed like a teenager’s wildest dreams. From living with young, attractive, and successful influencers to being given the opportunity to work with up–and–coming social media stars, the allure and clout of the Hype House was simply unquestionable. In fact, Hype House–adjacent influencer Nikita Dragun described it best: the Hype House is “a fraternity filled with people who have millions of followers and dollars at their fingertips with high school drama and like… a ring light.”
Overheards 01.25.2022
(01/26/22 3:15am)
Pathological Truth–Teller: It would've given my therapist a much more honest picture of myself if I had lied to her.
Studying on a Film Set: Penn’s Famous Movie Locations
(01/29/22 4:46am)
It’s likely that, on an average stroll down Locust Walk, a Penn student might be walking alongside future billionaires, government leaders, or technology geniuses. But what most Penn students might not know about their campus is that they are also walking around a film set every day.
M. Night Shyamalan's Brilliant Direction Shines in the Season Three Premiere of 'Servant'
(01/24/22 7:00pm)
When I first imagined attending an advanced screening, I anticipated long lines and crammed theaters. Press, celebrities, and dedicated movie–goers contend for a coveted seat, and a few unlucky individuals are turned away. Rather, when I attended an advanced screening of Apple TV’s Servant, I was hunched over my twelve–inch computer screen in pitch black. My best friend and I spoke animatedly, ready to decode the season three premiere. Despite the widely different reality compared to my expectations, there was a certain intimacy to it.
Disney's 'Encanto' is an Enchanting Film with an Important Message
(01/25/22 4:01am)
(Ed. note: This article contains spoilers for 'Encanto.')
Overheards 1.18.2022
(01/18/22 5:00pm)
The Carnivore-to-Cannibal Pipeline: “He's like if a piece of ham came to life.”
The Push and Pull of Dark Academia
(01/18/22 12:31am)
Typewriters; wax seal stamps; vintage outfits with an emphasis on beige and brown hues. You’ve seen it all before, and probably imagined it too—attending boarding school in New England, penning (or receiving) love letters, spending your days surrounded by books and Gothic architecture. Originating on Tumblr in 2012, the subculture of dark academia has long fascinated a particular kind of young person.
The Grim Fate of Movie Theaters: Nothing but Comic Book Movies
(01/27/22 5:25pm)
The 2021 movie lineup featured a plethora of well–reviewed theater–only movies such as West Side Story, The Last Duel, and Nightmare Alley. But while all of these films might have superb visuals, immersive production, and gripping musical scores, they also share one major similarity: they're all box office bombs.
How Betty White Crossed Generational Borders
(01/17/22 5:00am)
On Dec. 31, 2021, Betty White passed away, just two and a half weeks shy of her centennial birthday. She was 99 years old, yet her death sent shock waves through the entertainment world; many, including myself, couldn’t fathom that such an ever–present force in Hollywood was gone.
Street’s Favorite TV and Movies of 2021
(12/10/21 2:20am)
Entertainment has been a crucial part of the transition this year from isolation to pseudo–normalcy. Last winter, we snuggled up in bed binging tried and true comfort shows (Community for me), while major blockbusters like Dune were postponed due to COVID–19 concerns.
Overheards 11.28.2021
(11/29/21 1:36am)
My epitaph: "Hater of god, lover of therapy: all the bad things."
Award–Winning Penn Filmmaker Eli Ricanati on his Gripping Short Film, 'The Frontiers Are My Prison'
(11/30/21 12:46am)
I walk towards Houston Hall on a windy, brisk fall day in November. College senior Eli Ricanati calmly waits for me on a bench, in a confident manner. His confidence is warranted, given the success of his first short film released in October: The Frontiers Are My Prison.
‘Eternals’ Falls Victim to the Marvel Formula
(11/29/21 7:39pm)
When Oscar–winning Nomadland director Chloé Zhao was chosen to direct Marvel’s latest attempt at reinvigorating the Marvel Cinematic Universe post–Endgame, fans were quick to express their excitement at the implications of such an incredible talent. However, when Eternals was released on Nov. 5, 2021, Zhao’s blockbuster quickly became one of the most divisive films that the franchise has ever seen, receiving the worst CinemaScore grade in the MCU’s history. Now, for all of its cinematic charm, Zhao’s ambitious entry into the MCU may falter in its attempt to deliver the witty, action–packed narrative that longtime fans are accustomed to; but does the film really deserve worse reviews than any of its recent counterparts?
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