Though its affable title character is a fun and worthy iteration of the character, he is often overshadowed by the tonally harsh world around in Amazon’s version of ‘The Tick.’
Arts, Television, Column
‘Game of Thrones’ Accelerates In Action, Not Quality
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.
Column, Television, Arts
Too Much Television Is Bad for You
In the golden age of television, we find ourselves surrounded by an increasing number of great television shows, but it gets hard to choose.
Arts, Television
‘Dear White People’ Stirs Up Comedic Conversation
The Netflix original show explores racial issues, activism, and campus life through artistic visuals and comedy, and starts conversations among viewers.
Television, Arts
‘Warning: This Drug May Kill You’ Devastates with Brutal Truths About the Opioid
Staring down various white pills, ‘Warning: This Drug Will Kill You’ documents the real struggles of families afflicted with addiction and their desperate attempts to escapes its grasp.
Arts, Television
‘Bill Nye Saves the World’ Through Logic, Honest Dialogue
The popular scientist comes to the rescue as he delves into the world’s most pressing issues in Netflix’s ‘Bill Nye Saves the World.’
Arts, Television, Arts Features
Upcoming TV Series to Cure Summer Boredom
TV fanatics can expect the return of their favorite shows this summer, as well as new series that feature distinctive takes on TV genres that they already enjoy.
Television, Arts
‘Prison Break’ Plots Mysterious Return to Gritty Glory
Returning for a fifth and final season, ‘Prison Break’ draws viewers into a complex web of conspiracy and action to restore the show to its former glory.
Column, Television, Arts
When ‘Buffy’ and Vampires Escape to the Real World
The power of fictional television to reveal personal attitudes certainly has a place in the minds of viewers of even the most fantastical programs.
Arts, Television
‘Trial and Error’ Uses Wry Absurdity to Get it Right
The comic mockumentary uses its unique brand of humor to elicit compelling, emotional responses from audiences that would not otherwise be expected.
