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Movies are constantly being adapted into musicals, but the recreations lack effort and quality.

Not all movies should be musicals

By Danielle Feldsher March 18, 2024

As I see the plethora of musicals debuting on Broadway, certain productions such as “Frozen: The Broadway Musical” have caught my attention. Many of my favorite movies have transformed into musicals,...

Lil Tecca performs a sensational concert on Match 13 in San Francisco, celebrating his new album, “TEC.”

Lil Tecca avenges unimpressive album

By Adam Orrin March 15, 2024

The crowd is dead silent. From the silence erupts a chant: “Tecca, Tecca, Tecca.” The crowd begins to jump and yell louder and louder. The smoke machines shoot up into the air as Lil Tecca runs onto...

Main characters Aang, Katara and Sokka prepare to fight enemies in a great display of choreography (Photo from Netflix).

“Avatar: The Last Airbender” live-action redeems itself — but not enough

By Catherine Yang March 11, 2024

The animated TV show “Avatar: The Last Airbender,” commonly known as ATLA, was an instant success after its initial 2005 release on Nickelodeon, attracting millions of viewers all over the world and...

Unity’s recent actions have left most of their users unsatisfied with their corporate greed.

Unanimously concerned about Unity

By Parth Dhaulakhandi February 23, 2024

Often, people may not pay much attention to the work and effort that goes into a game, especially for smaller corporations that are already operating off a shoestring. So, when a major game development...

Although its characters and animation make the show “Hazbin Hotel” fun to watch, its pacing and lack of world-building hold it back.

The pilot that made it

By Faith Watters February 14, 2024

While there are many independent animated pilots on YouTube today, few would exist without “Hazbin Hotel” as a trailblazer. Created by animator Vivienne “VivziePop” Medrano and her studio SpindleHorse,...

 Director Hayao Miyazaki has produced an extensive collection of iconic Studio Ghibli films, with his latest addition maintaining his strong reputation (Photo from Los Angeles Times).

‘The Boy and The Heron’ reflects Hayao Miyazaki’s career

By Mikha Pilar February 12, 2024

Like many people my age, I grew up watching Studio Ghibli films. Their fantastical settings, enhanced with enchanting visuals remain a staple in many lives including mine for their comfort and nostalgia....

K-pop group TWS’ music romanticizes the high school life I wish I could have, emanating the feeling of running through the halls of their schools and laughing with one another. (Photo from Pledis Entertainment)

New K-pop group gives industry a breath of fresh air

By Mackie Vu February 7, 2024

At the beginning of 2024, I found friends and family carrying out their New Year resolutions — whether they involved going to the gym or spending more time alone. However, I spent the new year anxiously...

Archaic language and ideas make classic books seem disconnected from the modern world.

New books will stand test of time

By Maya Dutt February 6, 2024

Classics are often touted as the pillars of literature. When looking for more scholarly book recommendations, I have often come across comments or articles overstating the effects classics have on your...

Electronic producer ILLENIUM’s older music showed his true talent as a DJ, creating immersive and unique melodies that others still haven’t replicated.

Underrated Artists: Revisiting ILLENIUM’s best music

By Saira Ahmed February 6, 2024

I’ve been a fan of electronic producer ILLENIUM for almost a decade, but unfortunately, I feel more attached to his earlier music. With each new album, it seems his creativity lessens and each song appears...

Overpriced items at thrift stores undermine the original concept of accessibility and affordability.

When bargain hunting breaks the bank

By Ella Chan January 31, 2024

The thrill of finding a hidden gem for a low price at the thrift store is always rewarding. However,  in an era where thrifting once kept up with the theme of being cheap and accessible, it is often not...

Whether their songs are in Korean or English, South Korean indie rock band wave to earth brings me back to my best or worst memories.

Indie rock band wave to earth makes me feel all four seasons at once

By Mackie Vu January 29, 2024

As I hit play, the melodies of electric guitar flow through my earbuds and my sense of time rewinds, transporting me back to familiar memories. This nostalgic guitar feature begins a song titled “love.”...

A person who has not developed a personal sense of style can not encapsulate the idea of an eclectic grandpa.

Authentic style cannot be a trend

By Amanda Boles January 28, 2024

Fashion trends often take inspiration from past trends. Eclectic grandpa, one such trend from 2024 Pinterest's trend predictions, continues to make waves on the Internet. Characterized by custom...

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