London Dernis Online Editor The MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) took place on Sept. 11. The event is an exciting night that celebrates annual musical achievement. The VMAs differ from other musical award shows in that the awards are voted on by the fans. Through MTV’s website, viewers are able to vote and help determine…Continue Reading A Swift Sweep: The 2024 MTV Video Music Awards
London Dernis Online Editor As summer comes to its close, students everywhere pause their shows and prepare for a stressful back to school start. But, get ready to hit play on several new releases coming out this fall. The abundance of new entertainment can help make for a less stressful school season start. Many long-running…Continue Reading What’s Falling to the Screen?: Shows and movies releasing in autumn
London Dernis Online Editor The summer of 2024 was a time for swimming, hanging out with friends, eating out, and of course, watching the Paris Olympics. The Olympics returned to Paris this year, marking its 100th anniversary of hosting back in 1924. From the comfort of their own couches, or in the stands of Olympic…Continue Reading 2024 Paris Summer Olympics Recap: What to expect for LA 2028
lawrm@mail.broward.edu Ashley Velazquez Melaina Lawrence Staff Writers Wednesday has officially made its grand opening on Netflix, giving an early holiday treat to Addams Family fans who could not wait to begin snapping their fingers once again. Released on November 23, 2022 (a Wednesday, of course), this comedic horror series officially marks Tim Burton’s, famously known…Continue Reading Wednesday Addams is Not the Girl of Your Dreams. She’s the Stuff of Your Nightmares.
Swami Hinojosa Staff Writer We have been waiting 13 years for another “Avatar” movie. Finally, it was confirmed 13 years ago that there would be a sequel, and James Cameron released it on Dec. 16. For those of you who have not seen this film yet, here are a few insights you may find interesting….Continue Reading Don’t miss Avatar: The Way of Water
Ryan Marin Central Bureau Chief Video games have always been an important part of my life. Getting a PS3 for my sixth birthday transformed my childhood, as I spent hundreds of hours playing games. These games that allowed me to shut out the world and what was going on around me, which was something I…Continue Reading How Final Fantasy 7 remake’s music rekindled my love for video games
Scarlett Valencia Pulido Online Editor Would having a “love sensor” help us find love? Well, that is an idea Love Alarm was willing to explore in its futuristic series, where a cell phone app allows you to know who likes you within a 10-meter radius. This Korean drama goes over the impact an app like…Continue Reading A look into Love Alarm on Netflix
Melaina Lawrence Staff Writer In April, Netflix aired the first season of Heartstopper. Readers and nonreaders alike fell in love with the TV show, and while it is absolutely perfect, I must suggest that you dive into the graphic novels first. The series, by Alice Osman, is the perfect summer read. It features all the…Continue Reading The perfect summer, fall reads to get into now
Lachin Kerbabaeva Staff Writer The sixth film in the dinosaur franchise Jurassic World Dominion hit theaters in June and still is running. For anyone who has not seen it: the plot is the continuation of the story about Isla Nublar, which was destroyed. Meanwhile, some dinosaurs are transported to the mainland and break free. As…Continue Reading New movies worth watching
Christy Joshy Social Media Editor For a generation ruled by the desire for independence and free will, the “marriage of convenience” fictional trope in entertainment media is extremely popular. This trope presents two individuals who are usually not keen on the other but decide to enter marriage for personal benefit, not commitment and love. But…Continue Reading Cute or Problematic? Netflix’s Purple Hearts