Film & TV

Television

'The Politician' Is Compulsively Watchable and Emotionally Flat

The Ben Platt–helmed Netflix show brings you in to the high–stakes world of high school politics.
October 7, 2019 at 11:52 pm

by ANNABELLE WILLIAMS

Film

'Joker' Collapses Under Its Own Weight

Lacking subtlety or a clear message, the controversial movie falls flat.
October 7, 2019 at 3:08 pm

by ANNA COLLINS

Film

The Evolution of Robert Pattinson

Why he's more than just that vampire from 'Twilight.'
October 7, 2019 at 12:37 am

by ANNA COLLINS

Television

'Love Island': Reality TV for the Now

What makes this breakout UK reality show an international phenomenon?
October 4, 2019 at 5:31 pm

by SAMANTHA SANDERS

Film

Is 'Tall Girl' Really that Bad?

Spoiler alert: the answer is yes.
October 4, 2019 at 2:18 pm

by HANNAH YUSUF

Film

'Downton Abbey' Says Farewell, Just When You So Badly Want It To Stay

The nostalgic final episode we all wanted, but on the big screen.
October 1, 2019 at 4:32 pm

by JONAH CHARLTON

Film

‘In the Shadow of the Moon’ is Crime, Mystery, and Sci–Fi All At Once

The first of Netflix’s "Netflix and Chills" thriller originals is flawed, but entertaining nonetheless.
September 30, 2019 at 9:28 pm

by SHANNON ZHANG

Film

'Judy': Too Sentimental, But It Still Sticks the Landing

Judy Garland, brought to the screen once more by a masterful Renée Zellweger.
September 30, 2019 at 9:04 pm

by ANNA COLLINS

Film

Visit These Locations of Famous Movie Moments in Philly

Some of cinema's most iconic scenes were shot within walking distance of Penn's campus—here are some spots to check out.
September 29, 2019 at 9:35 pm

by HANNAH LONSER

Film

A Post–Emmys Recap: Nothing New

Even if some aspects of the Emmys were surprising, the show was still, ultimately, predictable.
September 24, 2019 at 10:07 pm

by ANNA COLLINS

Television

Give 'Fleabag' the Emmys it Deserves

'Fleabag' brings a refreshing take to a stale character archetype.
September 22, 2019 at 6:02 pm

by ANNA COLLINS

Film

'The Goldfinch': Is It Really That Bad?

'The Goldfinch' made headlines for being a disaster, but it's still a serviceable adaptation of a complicated book.
September 17, 2019 at 9:57 pm

by ANNA COLLINS

Film

Hollywood's LGBTQ Problem: Poor Representation and One–Dimensional Portrayals

How Hollywood exploits the LGBT community, and how it should change.
September 17, 2019 at 8:23 pm

by ANNA COLLINS

Film

What's Wrong With Hollywood?: The Aftermath of 'Avengers: Endgame'

Production studios are desperately trying—and failing—to recreate the success of the highest grossing movie of all time.
September 16, 2019 at 9:34 pm

by SAMANTHA SANDERS