When thinking of the Academy Awards, words like “prestige,” “honor” and “prominence” typically come to mind. Yet to people working in the industry, the Oscars are now regarded more as a political awards show, whereas Golden Globes winners are more representative of the talented performances…
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“When I get mad, I get really quiet and really still, and I say to myself, ‘Everyone in the world is as miserable as you are; they’re just better at pretending.’” This may sound like horrible advice for a mother to give to her teenage…
“When I get mad, I get really quiet and really still, and I say to myself, ‘Everyone in the world is as miserable as you are; they’re just better at pretending.’” This may sound like horrible advice for a mother to give to her teenage…
A good science fiction movie isn’t even sci-fi at all. Or at the very least, not at its core, and “Arrival” is no exception. Within this review, there is no plot summary or spoilers. It is merely a response to watching a compelling film with…
“Lydia was one of the firsts [female founders] in our country, which is really amazing because, as young feminists, we get to come to a college that started off appreciating us and fighting for our rights.” -Mackenzie Newman, freshman, theater arts and advertising “I…
A Netflix original television series much scarier than any Halloween horror film is now streaming its third season. It may not feature the typical tropes of horror, such as jump scares, paranormal occurrences and gore, but what it does provide is a deep, inner psychological…
Despite growing up in the Midwest, living in Los Angeles has always been inevitable for 2016 Bradley graduate and “Contagion” actor Brian O’Donnell. During his junior year of high school, O’Donnell’s acting agent in Chicago booked his first big audition. Although he has always…
Halloween brings out the worst in people – specifically, the most negative characteristics of their zodiac signs. Flaws can turn into downfalls this spooky season, so be warned: Aries (March 21- April 19) Aries are known for their hotheadedness. Don’t frighten others with your temper…
Since The Washington Post released a tape of Donald Trump on Billy Bush’s show Oct. 8, it has gained traction across the globe, with many critiquing Trump’s words. The 2005 video included Trump saying, “When you’re a star, they let you do it. You can…
How do I tell my best friend I’m in love with him? -Vivacious Vanessa Dear Vivacious Vanessa, Ah, the predicament as old as time itself. First of all, I may be a tad old fashioned, but a part of me believes no straight man and…