34th Street Magazine is part of a student-run nonprofit.

Please support us by disabling your ad blocker on our site.

Film & TV

Give These Romantic Tropes A Second Chance

Revisiting some of the most perfectly executed romantic tropes in film

by CINDY ZHANG

'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.

by CINDY ZHANG

Are Penn Students Experiencing “Superhero Fatigue?”

Some fans have become increasingly burned out from the redundant storylines of comic book movies and shows.

by JACOB POLLACK

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. 

by KIRA WANG

For Ejun Hong, Animation is a Means of Self–Discovery

This Penn first–year tells powerful stories through her dreamlike animations.

by KAYLA COTTER

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. 

by JACOB POLLACK

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.

by JACOB POLLACK

Disney's 'Encanto' is an Enchanting Film with an Important Message

The colorful animated film tackles intergenerational family struggles.

by JACK NYCZ

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. 

by KAYLA COTTER

The Push and Pull of Dark Academia

Exploring the disturbing duality of dark academia in 'Dead Poets Society,' 'Kill Your Darlings,' and 'Rope'

by CINDY ZHANG

How Betty White Crossed Generational Borders

Reflecting on the comedy legend’s prolific career

by KAYLA COTTER

Todd Haynes’ 'The Velvet Underground' Seeks to Extend Time

The 2021 documentary shows how the rock band started as counterculture and became canon.

by ALICE HEYEH

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.

by 34TH STREET MAGAZINE

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. 

by JACOB POLLACK

‘Eternals’ Falls Victim to the Marvel Formula

Marvel’s latest effort shows why it’s time to redefine the superhero genre.

by KAYLA COTTER

How ‘Living Single’ Was The Blueprint For ‘Friends’

The impact of Living Single can’t be understated or ignored.

by SHELBY ABAYIE

The Feminine Urge to Base Your Personality On Girlbosses in Film

Analyzing trends in our favorite female protagonists from 2000 onwards

by CINDY ZHANG

What to Expect in 'Riverdale' Season Six

Based on the first five installments, here's what the latest might look like.

by TARA ANAND

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.  

by HEATHER SHIEH

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.

by JACOB POLLACK

PennConnects

Most Read