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Grey's Anatomy

Why ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Continues to Thrive

Isabella Dow October 1, 2017
A medical drama in its 14th season, 'Grey's Anatomy' continues to thrive on its balance of sharp humor and resilient characters to sustain fans.
Fury Road

Finding Love on the Fury Road

Caleb Griego September 24, 2017
Some of the best moments in film are the unexpected, smaller interludes contained inside larger cinematic developments.
Upcoming Movies

Upcoming Movies to Look Out For

Jacob Schick September 24, 2017
A closer look at the smaller films everyone should be excited for during this Oscar season.
Taylor Swift

The Inescapable Nature of Artistic Criticism

Isabella Dow September 17, 2017
In a world overflowing with art and entertainment, it seems there will never be a shortage of people with opinions.
Adding New Dimensions to Film

Adding New Dimensions to Film

Caleb Griego September 10, 2017
Adding new dimensions to old media can certainly can offer a more immersive experience, but it can irreparably change that experience forever.
'Game of Thrones' Accelerates In Action, Not Quality

‘Game of Thrones’ Accelerates In Action, Not Quality

Jacob Schick August 30, 2017
The latest season of 'Game of Thrones' raises concerning questions about the quality of future episodes in the wake of a departure from the books.
Too Much Television

Too Much Television Is Bad for You

Jacob Schick May 3, 2017
In the golden age of television, we find ourselves surrounded by an increasing number of great television shows, but it gets hard to choose.
Meta-Art

The Mind-Boggling Ways of Meta-Art

Isabella Dow May 3, 2017
Self-referential meta-art breaks the viewer's immersion in a story, but gives them a new level of access to their beloved characters.
The Appeal of the Action Genre

The Appeal of the Action Genre

Isabella Dow April 26, 2017
Even with absurd spectacle, the action genre features characters that get things done, which makes up for an oftentimes hollow plot.
Evil Woman, House of the Rising Sun

Mysteries in Media Vol. 3: An “Evil Woman” in the “House of the Rising Sun”

Jacob Schick April 26, 2017
This week's Mysteries in Media examines the nature of evil and addiction in two songs.
Nicknames

Nicknames: What’s In a Name?

Caleb Griego April 23, 2017
Nicknames have stories tied to them that tell us so much about a person. In some ways, they are more representative of us than a given name possibly could.
the lobster

Mysteries in Media Vol 2: Lobsters and Coconuts

Jacob Schick April 19, 2017
This week's Mysteries in Media focuses on the ending of 'The Lobster' and the meaning of 'Coconut.'
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