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Hulu’s holiday romcom “Happiest Season” is successful in instilling empathy towards it’s characters and in communicating the struggle of finding acceptance in our heteronormative society.

‘Happiest Season’ breaks typical holiday movie mold

Madeline Michalowski ’22, Staff Writer December 11, 2020

We all know the classic holiday Hallmark movies. A struggling heroine finds the perfect guy on Christmas day, revealing how magical and wrapped-with-love this time of the year is. The movies are, of course,...

The Princess Switch: Switched Again is released on November 19, following the 2018 movie, The Princess Switch and introducing a similar but complicated plot as well as some new characters.

‘The Princess Switch: Switched Again’: a perfect holiday romantic comedy

Natasha Taubenheim ’22, Staff writer November 23, 2020

The Princess Switch, a 2018 film directed by Michael Rohl is one of my top comfort movies. The romantic comedy features Vanessa Hudgens, one of my favorite childhood actresses, and takes place in fictional...

“Hocus Pocus” originally flopped when released in July 1993. The movie only earned $39.5 million at the box-office, a letdown for a studio like Disney. However, it was revived in the following years and found its audience through online streaming, TV airings, DVD, etc.

‘Hocus Pocus’ cast reunites for Halloween

Morgan Han-Lemus ’23, Staff Writer October 28, 2020

“Hocus Pocus” is casting its way back into viewers’ hearts this Halloween as the actresses who portray the Sanderson sisters reunite 27 years after the film’s initial release. Bette Milder, Kathy...

The new American comedic horror movie, Hubie Halloween, came out on Netflix on Oct. 7 and stars Adam Sandler.

‘Hubie Halloween’ review: A Halloween disappointment

Maria Krug ’22, Web Opinions Editor October 23, 2020

Many teenagers, through social media posts and comments, claimed “Hubie Halloween”  would be the movie that could “save 2020.” Excitement filled the air: a new Halloween movie would be coming...

The increase in popularity of streaming platforms such as Netflix, Hulu, Apple TV and Prime Video has been a huge contributor to the decline of the movie theater industry. Their wide variety of entertainment choices and convenience to watch from home often lead people to watch films from the comfort of their home rather than going out to the movies.

Beloved moviegoing experience competes with convenient home streaming services

Karina Murray '22, Blue Staff Paper Features Editor October 10, 2020

It’s a rainy Saturday afternoon. You decide it’s a good day to head to the movies; your favorite blockbuster just came out with a sequel. After picking up some friends on the way, you are welcomed...

‘All the Bright Places,’ based off of Jennifer Niven’s young adult novel, was released on Feb. 28 on Netflix and takes viewers on a compelling journey.

‘All the Bright Places’ creates a compelling journey for teens

Lyah Muktavaram ’22 April 21, 2020

Suicide, death, heartbreak are all themes that I usually avoid when watching a movie. However, I found myself quickly addicted to Netflix’s “All the Bright Places.” Based on the young adult fiction...

Let it snow came out on Nov. 8 and gives its audience a fascinating holiday drama. It can be found on Netflix and is produced by Netflix as well.

‘Let It Snow’ kicks off holiday season right

Shira Zeiberg ’22 December 16, 2019

Ditch the pumpkins and go grab your hot chocolate as holiday movies commence. On Nov. 8, “Let it Snow” was released on Netflix and gave us another romantic holiday miracle movie. The movie is directed...

“Knives Out” has made very much news with the great reviews its gotten -- thus far, the  production has earned over $129 million.

“Knives Out” leaves audiences wanting more

Jack Lev '20 December 16, 2019

The film “Knives Out,” directed by Rian Johnson, is an exceptionally entertaining movie that keeps the audience engaged and wondering what’s coming next. Through an ideal combination of comedy, suspense...

‘Tall Girl’  just another cheesy romantic Netflix original movie

‘Tall Girl’ just another cheesy romantic Netflix original movie

Charley Guthartz ’22 October 18, 2019

Netflix original movies about teen romance have a well-established reputation of being boring. So when preparing to watch the new movie, “Tall Girl” I went in with low expectations, but it proved to...

The poster cover for the documentary, Look Mom I Can Fly exhibits Travis Scott as the focal point.

Travis Scott thanks fans through new documentary

Rebecca Kanfer ’21, Outreach manager September 16, 2019

Flashing lights, screaming fans, and crowds of people anxiously wait for Travis Scott to light up the arena. Travis scott, a renowned performer and arguably one of the most famous artists of our generation,...

“Booksmart” refreshes, expands coming-of-age genre

“Booksmart” refreshes, expands coming-of-age genre

Poppy Livingstone '21, Editor-in-Chief June 11, 2019

Once you’ve watched enough coming-of-age comedies, the expectations of the genre are clear. Take a couple of loveable misfit best friends. Give them a high stakes goal, usually based on alcohol or sex,...

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