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“Professor Marston” explores the creation of Wonder Woman

Victoria Radcliffe, Staff Reporter October 27, 2017

When watching or reading the stories of Wonder Woman, one may think that the character was simply meant for fantasies of male comic book readers or, if one has seen the most recent adaptation, that Wonder...

Giving audiences a New York state of mind

Harrison Bloom, Contributing Reporter October 27, 2017

Editor’s Note: In the spirit of Halloween, The Observer reviewed a film by director and screenwriter John Carpenter, known for his work in the horror genre. While the film was released in 1981, it was...

“Jane the Virgin” rediscovers lighthearted fun

Ann Marie Smetona, Contributing Reporter October 27, 2017

Picking up from last season’s cliffhanger finale, the fourth season of “Jane the Virgin” premiered on Oct. 13 on The CW drawing a meager 700,000 viewers, making it the lowest-rated episode yet. Despite...

“Once Upon a Time” begins a new chapter

Sanchi Kalra, Contributing Reporter October 13, 2017

“Once Upon a Time” season seven premiered on Oct. 6, but it would be more accurate to call it the beginning of a whole new show. Taking place several years into the future, the show focuses on new...

“Supergirl” season three soars

Victoria Radcliffe, Staff Reporter October 13, 2017

On Oct. 9, “Supergirl” season three premiered on The CW. The episode begins a few months after the devastating separation of Kara Danvers (Melissa Benoist)–Supergirl’s human identity–and her...

A visual, storytelling treat of a dystopian future

A visual, storytelling treat of a dystopian future

Lars Torres, Staff Reporter October 13, 2017

Thirty-five years have passed since the release of the original 1982 Ridley Scott film, “Blade Runner,” which was initially met with mixed reactions due to its cuts, pacing and lack of action. However,...

“Kingsman: The Golden Circle” is Kentucky-fried chaos

Daniel Mottern, Staff Reporter September 29, 2017

Let’s begin with this: As someone who absolutely loved the first “Kingsman” movie, it was in no way perfect. It had a lot of great aspects. The first movie subverted many of the James Bond-type tropes...

“Lego Ninjago Movie” can’t put the pieces together

Harrison Bloom, Contributing Reporter September 29, 2017

Out in theatres right now, "The LEGO Ninjago Movie" is the third LEGO Movie film to capture audiences since 2014. Based upon the LEGO Ninjago franchise, the animated comedy tells the story of six teenagers...

“Jerry Before Seinfeld” is stand up with a heart

Ann Marie Smetona, Contibuting Reporter September 22, 2017

In "Jerry Before Seinfeld," released Sept. 19, Netflix pays tribute to the legendary comedian Jerry Seinfeld with the latest of its original celebrity documentaries. An hour long stand-up comedy show starring...

BoJack Horseman season 4 skilfully covers its main theme: family.

“Bojack Horseman” Season 4 exceeds expectations

Daniel Mottern, Staff Reporter September 15, 2017

Most people would agree that I’m a complete and utter emotional wreck. My girlfriend can attest to the fact that if I’m seeing a play, I’ll more than likely be in tears by the intermission. Unfortunately,...

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