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Film & TV
Television
In Defense of Che Diaz
Yes, Che Diaz sucks. But the most controversial character in 'And Just Like That...' also brought the "sex" back into the city.
February 14, 2022 at 3:00 pm
by
JACOB POLLACK
Film
Give These Romantic Tropes A Second Chance
Revisiting some of the most perfectly executed romantic tropes in film
February 14, 2022 at 11:00 am
by
CINDY ZHANG
Film
'Definition Please' is a Hot Take on South Asian Stereotypes
Sujata Day rewrites South Asian characters and dismantles damaging stereotypes in her genre–bending directorial debut.
February 7, 2022 at 8:38 pm
by
CINDY ZHANG
Film
Are Penn Students Experiencing “Superhero Fatigue?”
Some fans have become increasingly burned out from the redundant storylines of comic book movies and shows.
February 3, 2022 at 10:42 pm
by
JACOB POLLACK
Style
Netflix’s 'Hype House' Isn’t Just Boring—It’s Sad.
Living in the Hype House was once the pinnacle of TikTok success. Now, it’s just a shallow reminder of the miserable nature of fame.
January 31, 2022 at 4:00 pm
by
KIRA WANG
Film
For Ejun Hong, Animation is a Means of Self–Discovery
This Penn first–year tells powerful stories through her dreamlike animations.
January 31, 2022 at 1:00 pm
by
KAYLA COTTER
Film
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.
January 28, 2022 at 11:46 pm
by
JACOB POLLACK
Film
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.
January 27, 2022 at 12:25 pm
by
JACOB POLLACK
Film
Disney's 'Encanto' is an Enchanting Film with an Important Message
The colorful animated film tackles intergenerational family struggles.
January 24, 2022 at 11:01 pm
by
JACK NYCZ
Television
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.
January 24, 2022 at 2:00 pm
by
KAYLA COTTER
Film
The Push and Pull of Dark Academia
Exploring the disturbing duality of dark academia in 'Dead Poets Society,' 'Kill Your Darlings,' and 'Rope'
January 17, 2022 at 7:31 pm
by
CINDY ZHANG
Television
How Betty White Crossed Generational Borders
Reflecting on the comedy legend’s prolific career
January 17, 2022 at 12:00 am
by
KAYLA COTTER
Film
Todd Haynes’ 'The Velvet Underground' Seeks to Extend Time
The 2021 documentary shows how the rock band started as counterculture and became canon.
December 10, 2021 at 12:00 am
by
ALICE HEYEH
Film
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.
December 9, 2021 at 9:20 pm
by
34TH STREET MAGAZINE
Film
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.
November 29, 2021 at 7:46 pm
by
JACOB POLLACK
Film
‘Eternals’ Falls Victim to the Marvel Formula
Marvel’s latest effort shows why it’s time to redefine the superhero genre.
November 29, 2021 at 2:39 pm
by
KAYLA COTTER
Television
How ‘Living Single’ Was The Blueprint For ‘Friends’
The impact of Living Single can’t be understated or ignored.
November 22, 2021 at 3:39 pm
by
SHELBY ABAYIE
Film
The Feminine Urge to Base Your Personality On Girlbosses in Film
Analyzing trends in our favorite female protagonists from 2000 onwards
November 20, 2021 at 12:19 am
by
CINDY ZHANG
Television
What to Expect in 'Riverdale' Season Six
Based on the first five installments, here's what the latest might look like.
November 17, 2021 at 6:00 pm
by
TARA ANAND
Film
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.
November 17, 2021 at 4:00 pm
by
HEATHER SHIEH
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