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My greatest shame: My love for romantic comedies
By Mia Streby | 9 hours agoWho says a film major can't enjoy romantic comedies?
Who says a film major can't enjoy romantic comedies?
If I had to pick my favorite horror story of all time, it’d probably be Stephen King’s “Carrie.” I love how the real horror in the story isn’t the gore. Instead, it’s how genuinely cruel people can be, pushing a young girl to her breaking point and causing mass destruction.
If you were born before the year 2000 or after the COVID-19 pandemic, the “orphaned girl who singlehandedly brings down a corrupt government” era of young adult novels probably passed you by without even bothering to introduce itself to you. If that’s the case, I’m honored to introduce to you (probably) one of the best series to come out of that era: “The Hunger Games.”
Why do we as a community on TikTok care so much about drama that has quite literally nothing to do with us?
This summer set records for the box office, with it being the highest-grossing season of all time, earning up to $4,765 billion. Living in such a digital era, most people are constantly attached to their phones; it is surprising that people would rather go to a movie theater rather than stream a movie at home. But why was this summer the high-grossing season, and why do people go to the theaters rather than stay at home?
I’ve seen them, you’ve seen them, and your cousin who you see twice a year has seen them: squishes. Whether it be a lucky scoop video, a blind box unboxing, a wax-cracking video or a tour of the 1,000 squishes an influencer’s kid has accumulated, squishes are seemingly more attractive than the thought of a professor cancelling an 8 a.m. class.
The way that we listen to music as a society has shifted and changed over time. Yet, it remains a crucial part of many people’s lives. The sad thing is that music has become an isolated part of life, even though it was created as a way to connect and communicate with others.
Eight episodes. That’s all most of your favorite modern shows will get per season. Maybe, if they’re lucky, they’ll get 10. Long gone are the days of a 22-episode sitcom, made for networks to air reruns 24/7.
A24’s “Primetime,” starring Robert Pattinson as Chris Hansen, is one of the most unsettlingly fantastic movies I’ve seen in a long time. As someone who used to not like going to movie theaters, this had me squirming.
Consuming media that doesn’t fit the mold of what’s classic can create a sense of guilt or disappointment. Of course, everyone is subject to their own opinion on whether or not they enjoy something, but it does pose the question of how these pieces are given the title of being a “classic.” Who gets to decide whether or not something is a classic when opinions are so contradictory?
Phoebe Bridgers launched “The Lost Tour” this year, following her new album “Lost Weekend.” Every aspect of her tour is normal, except for one rule — there are no phones.
A few years ago I stayed up far too late scrolling on my phone — don’t judge, I know you’re guilty of it as well — and I came across some old pictures from when I had a watch party for Billie Eilish’s Apple TV documentary “The World’s a Little Blurry.” Seeing those pictures reminded me of a specific scene from the film where Billie is having a consultation with her physical therapist. Somewhere during the conversation, her therapist tells her if she doesn’t carve out time for herself, no one else will.
Here are my top picks for those looking for novels with a touch of darkness – who really want to live out their dark academia fantasies as they watch the rain fall.
I have converted to my over-ear headphones, which somehow makes the music sound even better. So when you read these recommendations, imagine them sounding absolutely fabulous through my headphones. It adds to the effect.
Have you ever met someone so incredibly indecisive? If not, then meet Ava; the only thing she's sure about is vanilla ice cream with sprinkles.
On Oct. 10, I will have been in Europe for two months. In that time, whenever I’m not hopping from city to city, I have tried my best to immerse myself in Luxembourg’s culture. Whether that's through trying new foods or visiting monuments around the country, I have found some of my favorite places ever within Luxembourg.
Birthdays are always fun, but will they be fun at every age? Carley seems to think only if a Justin Bieber toothbrush is involved.
College life is overwhelming. Life happens: people disappoint you, relationships fail and you feel homesick. Sometimes you feel like you have nowhere to go or no one to talk to. The best place to go is your journal.
If there’s one type of entertainment I’ll sit down and watch almost every day, much to my parents’ dismay, it would be horror, action-horror or something along those lines. So imagine my delight when I found out the new “Resident Evil” movie would be playing in a theater near me.
Mia doesn't like to read, but this one book really caught her attention... against her will.