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Considered a classic of Canadian film and a cult haunted house hit, “The Changeling 1980 does a lot to earn those accolades. It may not be the scariest horror flick to hit the silver screen, but it’s certainly one of the most well made. (Image courtesy of Chessman Park Productions)

Hornet Horrors: ‘The Changeling’

Jacob Peterson, News Editor September 22, 2023
A cult classic, 1980 Canadian horror film “The Changeling,” does a lot to earn its place in the lexicon of haunted house flicks.
Diary of a Bookworm: ‘And they lived happily ever after, the end!’

Diary of a Bookworm: ‘And they lived happily ever after, the end!’

Julie Blunt May 31, 2023
Say ‘goodbye’ to Diary of a Bookworm.
The Arcane title card that bursts onto screen after the mesmerizing title sequence of each episode. The striking visuals set the tone for the viewers journey through the series. (Image Courtesy of Netflix. Graphic created by Ryan Ascalon.)

The Idiot Box: ‘Arcane,’ emotional depth and action-packed thrills

Ryan Ascalon May 14, 2023
Discover how “Arcane” shatters expectations with stunning animation, complex characters and a mesmerizing soundtrack.
Graphic created in Canva by Elena Burgé and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of Disney.

The Big Picture – ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’

Gavin Hudson May 7, 2023
As superhero fatigue sets in, newsletter editor Gavin S. Hudson recommends director James Gunn’s latest as a return to form for Marvel fans.
Graphic created in Canva by Elena Burgé and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of A24.

The Big Picture – ‘Beau is Afraid’

Gavin Hudson May 1, 2023
Newsletter editor Gavin S. Hudson reviews horror director Ari Aster’s panic-inducing epic, “Beau is Afraid.”
“The Owl House” title card displays at the end of the opening theme. Step into the magical world and discover the wonders that await. (Images courtesy of Disney. Graphic created by Ryan Ascalon.)

The Idiot Box: ‘The Owl House,’ simply enchanting

Ryan Ascalon April 29, 2023
Discover the reasons why 'The Owl House' has captured the hearts of audiences worldwide.
Graphic created in Canva by Elena Burgé and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures.

The Big Picture – ‘The Batman’

Gavin Hudson April 24, 2023
HBO’s “The Penguin” is the horizon, newsletter editor Gavin Hudson goes back to review the first chapter
The Bad Batch title card appears at the start of each episode. It is accompanied by a military-style drum cadence, a tribute to the shows soldiers. (Image courtesy of Disney+. Graphic created by Ryan Ascalon.)

The Idiot Box: ‘Star Wars: The Bad Batch,’ Study or Suffer

Ryan Ascalon April 19, 2023
With a galaxy in turmoil and a budding rebellion on the way, The Bad Batch will play.
Illustration by Mercy Sosa. Graphic created in Canva.

Diary of a Bookworm: Physical vs digital books and their pros and cons

Julie Blunt April 13, 2023
Physical books may be expensive, but their aesthetics are unbeatable
The “Doom Patrol” title card reveals itself at the end of the title sequence with an eerie animation depicting the origins of each of the characters. The cast’s journeys from misfits to heroes are what give this DC series an edge against its competition.  (Picture courtesy HBO Max. Graphic created by Ryan Ascalon.)

The Idiot Box: ‘Doom Patrol,’ from tragedy to triumph

Ryan Ascalon April 13, 2023
DC’s niche superhero team makes a big impression with the latest season of “Doom Patrol.”
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