Film & TV

Film

Living in the Past: The Rise of De–Aging Technology in Hollywood

When it comes to banking off of nostalgia, the film industry has more tools at its disposal than ever.
February 27, 2022 at 5:44 pm

by KAYLA COTTER

Film

Hollywood’s Colorism Problem: Where has Lupita Nyong’o been?

Nyong’o should be one of Hollywood's most in–demand actresses. But now she mainly resides on magazine covers.
February 21, 2022 at 1:00 pm

by JACOB POLLACK

Television

Mourning ‘The Mary Tyler Moore Show’ and the Great American Television Comedy

In 2021, one of television’s greatest ensembles of all time faded away—but was there even more lost?
February 21, 2022 at 11:00 am

by JULIA POLSTER

Film

How Disney is Subverting the Fairytale Narrative

Lately, Disney's animated features are highlighting family over romance.
February 20, 2022 at 4:31 pm

by KAYLA COTTER

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