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Film & TV

Wes Anderson’s Most Wes Anderson Movie Yet: 'The French Dispatch'

The film, which opened nationwide on Oct. 22nd, has all of the signature Wes Anderson trademarks—minus an endearing story. 

by JACOB POLLACK

'Ted Lasso' Season 2 Answers the Dreaded Sequel Question: What Now?

After a slow start, the show challenges its own hyper–optimism and finishes the season strong.

by KATHRYN XU

Exposing Exploitative Practices Within the Japanese Animation Industry

Dire working conditions are sustaining weekly episode releases of your favorite animes.

by CINDY ZHANG

The ‘Good For Her’ Cinematic Universe: Which 'It Girl' Will You Dress as this Halloween?

What your girlboss costume of choice says about the landscape of the female narrative in film & tv

by HEATHER SHIEH

The Importance Behind Michaela Coel's Historic Emmy Win

Michaela Coel made Emmy history against all odds. How did she get there?

by MAME BALDE

In 'The Garden of Words,' Less is More

This slow–paced movie deserves your patience.

by CINDY ZHANG

'Squid Game': How Far Would You Go to Be the Last One Standing?

Netflix's new number one series teaches us that the real threat to humanity is apathy.

by HEATHER SHIEH

Airing One’s Own Funeral: The 2021 Emmy Awards

For a mostly predictable Emmy Awards, this year's telecast was nothing less than a horror show for its host, CBS.

by JACOB POLLACK

Four Movie Remakes Not Worth the Runtime

Yes, ‘He’s All That’ makes the cut.

by EMILY MOON

Paradise Lost: The Fall From Grace in HBO's 'The White Lotus'

The show unfolds and the fun unravels, revealing layers of irony about white privilege and Hawaiian tourism.

by ARIELLE STANGER

Upcoming Films to Watch Out For in Fall '21

Slashers in Chicago, time traveling in London, worms in space … What else is hitting theaters this fall?

by CAYLEN DAVID

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

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

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

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

‘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

It's Time to Reform Award Shows

Ratings have reached new lows. Nominees are boycotting. Are award shows over?

by EVAN QIANG

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

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

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

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