REVIEW: Culver Creek is just as you remember it in the Hulu adaptation of ‘Looking for Alaska’
November 8, 2019
The highly anticipated Hulu series “Looking for Alaska,” based on John Green’s first published novel, was released in full Oct. 18 and has proven to be a great example of a screen adaption that accurately depicts its source material. But this series made me realize something I didn’t when I firs...
Sac State YouTuber finds hidden treasures in Sacramento rivers
Leticia Sanchez and Khala Clarke
October 24, 2019
Many Sacramento residents, especially in the summer months, make memories on the water at places like the American River, sometimes losing mementos and possessions in the process. Now, Sacramento State business major Michael Pelley dedicates time deep diving to the bottom of local bodies of water to c...
REVIEW: ‘Ad Astra’ a new contender for best picture come Oscar season
October 2, 2019
This review contains spoilers for “Ad Astra.” “Ad Astra” might just be one of my favorite films of the year. The story was gripping, with a layer of social commentary that was subdued but effective. The world-building was very apparent while not beating the audience over the head with ex...
‘Pulp Fiction’: A homage to one of the best films of the last 25 years
September 23, 2019
“Pulp Fiction” is one of those movies where every time I watch it, I come out of it with a different interpretation of what the director, Quentin Tarantino, was trying to say. When I was 10 years old, I snuck out of my room to watch it from underneath the dining room table while my father sat ...
REVIEW: ‘The Spy’: A true story of espionage, deceit and love
September 16, 2019
This review contains spoilers for Netflix’s “The Spy” If you told me a year ago that my one of my favorite spy stories since “The Man from U.N.C.L.E.” would be starring Sacha Baron Cohen and set in 1960s Syria, I honestly would not have believed you. While Cohen’s inexperience with dramatic roles...
REVIEW: ‘It Chapter Two’ saved by great acting and humor
September 10, 2019
The 2017 “It” remake grossed an astounding $700 million worldwide, taking the No.1 record for box office sales in the horror genre. The sequel, “It Chapter Two,” released Friday and currently holds the second spot for first weekend sales for the horror genre at $91 million. While we did...
REVIEW: Did Dave Chappelle’s new special go too far?
September 8, 2019
If you keep up with any comedy specials on your streaming services, then you might know that Dave Chappelle recently came out with his fifth comedy special on Netflix, “Sticks and Stones.” He made sure to come out with a bang. Story continues below trailer. When I tell you that I spent half the time with my jaw dropped open watchin...
REVIEW: ‘The Dark Crystal’ prequel recaptures Jim Henson’s cult-classic fantasy
September 5, 2019
“The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance” is the first good high-fantasy saga since “Game of Thrones” came to its disappointing end in May. In the age of CGI reboots, the uniquely authentic and unearthly world of Thra was recreated without following trends. A common mistake of rebooted franchises is a...
REVIEW: ‘The A List’ is Netflix’s new B-list show
September 3, 2019
This review contains spoilers for Netflix’s “The A List” If you have a soft spot for corny teen dramas, are intrigued by supernatural powers or have a love for our friends across the pond, then “The A List” should land a spot in your queue of shows to binge through soon. “The A List”...
REVIEW: Third season of ‘13 Reasons Why’ left me conflicted
August 29, 2019
The third and latest season of “13 Reasons Why” came out last Friday at midnight and I spent the entire next day analyzing every detail and scene. The progression of the show made me question how mental health is diagnosed and assessed. Mental illness has been blamed for gun violence in Ameri...
