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“Good Fortune” (2025) is produced, written and directed by Aziz Ansari and stars Ansari alongside Keanu Reeves, Seth Rogen and Keke Palmer. This body-swap comedy is a contemporary take on the “guardian angel” trope previously explored in movies like “It’s a Wonderful Life” or “Dogma.” (Photos courtesy of Lionsgate. Graphic created in Canva)

Movie Notes: Keanu Reeves, chicken nuggies and the meaning of life in “Good Fortune”

Omid Manavirad, News Staffer November 12, 2025
When an angel’s good deed goes wrong, he ends up chain-smoking and working three jobs just to get by in the body-swap fantasy comedy, “Good Fortune.” Read our review here.
“In Bloom: an exploration on identity” featured a variety of queer art pieces created by Mikaela Kristianous Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025. They blended personal and LGBTQ+ identities through self-portraits and spiritual connections into one exhibit for viewers to reflect and take pride in.

‘In Bloom: an exploration of identity’ art gallery invites students to resonate and connect with queer identity

Athena Stroben and Na’Jay Lewis November 11, 2025
Observe as Kristianous’ art display captures the rawness of gender identity and queer embracement. They hope to create a safe space for those who never see representation within their personal lives.
They may not share many similarities with their traditional counterparts, but these cozy games still help you kick back and relax. From hoards of demons to ancient gods and more, there is plenty to do. (Graphic created in Canva)

Sidequest: Falling into comfort with some unconventional cozy games

Jeremy Brown, Podcast Editor November 11, 2025
Fall has finally hit Sacramento, making it the perfect weather for a cozy video game. These games may lack many of the traits that many of the typical cozy games share but are nonetheless perfect for cuddling up with a warm drink and relaxing on a chilly fall day.
Torrey Pickett, a sophomore business major, sitting in the Library Quad Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025. Pickett creates videos online interviewing students about his daily life as a Sac State student.

‘Torinator Eliminator’ platforms student voices with interviews and authenticity

Melina DeBolt, A&E Staffer November 11, 2025
Torrey “Torinator Eliminator” Pickett has over 35,000 followers on TikTok, featuring Sacramento State and local-related content. Pickett prioritizes authenticity in every video.
Stage performers striking the final pose of their traditional Chinese dance routine Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025. They were among 22 other stage performance groups attending the festival.

Sacramento’s fourth annual Golden Harvest Festival highlights the city’s multicultural richness

Shawn Chand, A&E Staffer November 7, 2025
Sacramento’s Golden Harvest Festival featured a multicultural parade, stage performers, vendor booths and activity programs.
Professor Eric Claravall poses in Hinde Auditorium Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025. Claravall and his ad hoc committee hopes to spread more awareness on the culture and history of the Filipino community.

Keeping history alive: Filipino American History Month Planning Committee strives to publicize Filipino narratives

Gabriel Solis, A&E Staffer November 5, 2025
Sacramento State ad hoc committee spreads Filipino culture and history to students and staff. The ad hoc committee showcased three films at Hinde Auditorium to tell a multiplex narrative on the Philippines.
Sacramento State announces “Live at the Hive,” a series of postgame performances featuring popular rap, hip-hop and R&B artists starting Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025. Featured artists include J Álvarez, DDG, Mariah Angeliq, Lil Yachty, Quavo and Blxst. (Photos courtesy of Sac State and The State Hornet, graphic made in Canva by Annie Biebl)

Athletics hype and postgame concerts leave students wondering about campus priorities

Annie Biebl and Lou Baudouin November 5, 2025
As new coaches, concerts and a promised stadium work to boost Sac State athletics, students are split between excitement and concern.
“Pokémon Legends: Z-A” is the latest addition to the “Pokémon” game series for both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, which was released Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025. The game returns players to the Kalos region from “Pokémon X and Y” as they explore the secrets of Lumiose City. (Photo courtesy of The Pokémon Company/Nintendo, made in Canva)

New ideas and older problems: A ‘Pokémon Legends: Z-A’ review

Kristopher Caalim, Podcast Staffer November 3, 2025
“Pokémon,” the popular monster-collecting game series, invites players back to Lumiose City in its latest release.
Alex Khau stands in front of two of his works Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025. The two pieces are fantasy-themed, which Khau said was inspired by the game Dungeons and Dragons.

‘Painted Ego’ showcases the faces and fantasies of Sac State artist

Minh Anh Tang and Athena Stroben November 3, 2025
Observe Khau’s art display that bends reality and fantasy. A collection highlighting heartfelt friends and family connections through fine art and mixed media.
Ready to grab your popcorn, get cozy and binge-watch horror movies in the name of Halloween? From classics to modern gems, The State Hornet has you covered with our top five horror movies. (Graphic made in Canva by Chiara Karagianes and Najay Lewis)

Chills and thrills: Five ghostly good horror movies

Na’Jay Lewis and Chiara Karagianes October 31, 2025
With Halloween creeping up slowly upon us, it’s time to get into the spirit of scariness by taking an in-depth look at the wonderful spectacles known as horror movies. Here are The State Hornet’s top 5 favorite horror movies of all time.
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