Film & TV
Film
Marvel's Recent Foray into Television Isn't Just Exciting—It's Revolutionary
Marvel's newest projects continue to expand on the franchise's appeal, while reinventing its legacy.
by AAKRUTI GANESHAN
Film
Janicza Bravo’s ‘@Zola’ is Tweet–Sized and Instagram–Ready
The film is as alluring and immersive (and sometimes just as unfulfilling) as scrolling through social media.
by WALDEN GREEN
Film
Debunking 'Criminal Minds'
In preparation for the show's long–awaited reboot, Street is taking a look at how 'Criminal Minds' skews our perception of real–world criminal profiling.
by EMILY MOON
Film
Dear USAG: Treat Your Gymnasts Better
On ‘Golden’: a glimpse into the lives of elite gymnasts that reveals the corrupt organization behind them.
by EVAN QIANG
Television
‘Hacks’ Celebrates The Legacies of its Star Characters
For a show about stand-up comedians, the HBO Max original doesn’t shy away from weighty subjects.
by WALDEN GREEN
Film
It's Time to Reform Award Shows
Ratings have reached new lows. Nominees are boycotting. Are award shows over?
by EVAN QIANG
Film
Disney's 'Cruella' is Full of Flair, but Fails to Pack a Punch
Cruella starts with a bang but fizzles at the end.
by PEYTON TOUPS
Television
Saturday Night Live's Season Finale is an Ode to its Messiest Moments
The show’s 46th season finale felt like a goodbye to a chaotic season and the pandemic that caused it.
by WALDEN GREEN
Television
HBO Max's 'Made For Love' Explores A New Side of Relationships
What would happen if 'Toxic' by Britney Spears was the soundtrack to '1984' by George Orwell?
by ARIELLE STANGER
Film
'Shiva Baby' Encapsulates Chaotic Jewish Family Events
Six degrees of separation? In the Jewish world, it's more like two.
by ARIELLE STANGER
Film
'Concrete Cowboy' and Philly's Real Black Stables
The movie, filmed in Philadelphia by a local director, shares the story of the city's Black cowboys.
by ARIELLE STANGER
Film
'Raya and the Last Dragon': Disney Can Do More to Stop Anti–Asian Hate
As accurate and empowering as the cultural representation in the film may be, it simply isn't enough.
by ARIELLE STANGER
Film
Jewish Nominees in the Upcoming 2021 Oscar Awards
After the antisemitic controversies faced by SNL and NBC, the positive representation of Jewish people in entertainment comes with a sigh of relief.
by ARIELLE STANGER
Television
British Drama ‘It’s a Sin’ Makes Waves in HIV/AIDS Awareness Efforts
Thoughts on a heart–wrenching and exuberant tribute to victims of the HIV/AIDS epidemic
by ARIA VYAS
Television
Growing Pains of a Grown–Up 'Riverdale'
Can a time jump usher in a 'Riverdale' renaissance?
by MEG GLADIEUX
Film
Netflix's 'Bad Trip' Packs a Whole Lot of Chaos in 90 Minutes
This hidden–camera prank comedy will have you at the edge of your seat—and then falling off of it from laughter.
by ARIELLE STANGER
Film
Movie Theaters Have Started Reopening: How and Why?
Silence your cell phone, put on a mask, and enjoy the show.
by ARIELLE STANGER
Television
'The Bachelor' and Diversity: How its Efforts Have Continuously Failed
Their baby steps often send them in the wrong direction.
by ARIELLE STANGER
Film
The Golden Globes: Reimagining The Awards Show
The recent Golden Globes made it clear that changes to the awards show process were made out of necessity during the pandemic. But what about inclusivity?
by ARIELLE STANGER
Television
Is 'Sex and the City' Incompatible With Gen Z's Values?
Examining an early 2000s classic through a modern lens
by AIDAH QURESHI
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