Film & TV
Studying on a Film Set: Penn’s Famous Movie Locations
While Los Angeles and New York universities might boast the most film sets, Penn is also home to some of Hollywood’s greatest movies.
The Grim Fate of Movie Theaters: Nothing but Comic Book Movies
2021 box office numbers showed that audiences prefer “event” franchise movies to indie or star–driven films.
Disney's 'Encanto' is an Enchanting Film with an Important Message
The colorful animated film tackles intergenerational family struggles.
M. Night Shyamalan's Brilliant Direction Shines in the Season Three Premiere of 'Servant'
The hit–or–miss director hits it big with this Apple TV production.
The Push and Pull of Dark Academia
Exploring the disturbing duality of dark academia in 'Dead Poets Society,' 'Kill Your Darlings,' and 'Rope'
How Betty White Crossed Generational Borders
Reflecting on the comedy legend’s prolific career
Todd Haynes’ 'The Velvet Underground' Seeks to Extend Time
The 2021 documentary shows how the rock band started as counterculture and became canon.
Street’s Favorite TV and Movies of 2021
This year provided us with no shortage of binge material for quarantine, escapism, and plain old lazy days.
Award–Winning Penn Filmmaker Eli Ricanati on his Gripping Short Film, 'The Frontiers Are My Prison'
Eli Ricanati’s new short film is an impressive and mature story on consciousness and creativity.
‘Eternals’ Falls Victim to the Marvel Formula
Marvel’s latest effort shows why it’s time to redefine the superhero genre.
How ‘Living Single’ Was The Blueprint For ‘Friends’
The impact of Living Single can’t be understated or ignored.
The Feminine Urge to Base Your Personality On Girlbosses in Film
Analyzing trends in our favorite female protagonists from 2000 onwards
What to Expect in 'Riverdale' Season Six
Based on the first five installments, here's what the latest might look like.
The Coming–of–Age American College Experience
America is deeply devoted to the dream of attending college—and is far less interested in the quality of education it provides.
Kristen Stewart’s 'Spencer' is the Best (and Hopefully Last) Portrayal of Princess Diana
The movie is a haunting tale of Princess Diana’s Christmas with the Royal Family as she grapples with an impending divorce.
Kristen Stewart and the Hollywood Rollercoaster
How did 'The Twilight Saga' ultimately impact her career?
These Four Films are Touching Odes to Journalism
Reflecting on the films that pay tribute to the underappreciated art form of journalism
What to Watch if You Liked ‘Squid Game’
While you wait for the second season of 'Squid Game,' give some of these recommendations a try.
The Problem With Hollywood's 25–Year–Old Teens
TV teens are mature, sexy, and seductive—the perfect bait for a hormonal teen audience—and that's a big problem.
