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The Observer

Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

“Jessica Jones” comes back stronger

Max McPheeters, Staff Reporter March 23, 2018

“Jessica Jones” returned March 8 for a second season, just in time for spring break. The second season picks up after the death of Kilgrave and with Jessica Jones looking for new cases with the help...

Released in the U.S. on Netflix, "Fullmetal Alchemist" tells the story of two young boys as they search for the mythical Philosopher's Stone.

Fail-metal Alchemist

Max McPheeters, Staff Reporter March 2, 2018

“Fullmetal Alchemist” is a popular manga that spawned a large franchise that most recently includes a live movie adaptation released by Netflix. Despite the overwhelming success of the series as a...

Netflix's new science fiction show, "Altered Carbon," is a new take on technology and long life. It premiered on Feb. 2.

A different take on advanced technology

Max McPheeters, Staff Reporter February 23, 2018

The year is 2384. Humans have reverse-engineered alien technology to create “cortical stacks” that contain a person’s memories, making bodies interchangeable “sleeves” for any stack. In this...

"I’m not saying I don’t enjoy “Family Guy” on demand as much as the next person, but it’s important to note the effects that constant binge-watching (and pausing) at our discretion—as well as immediate gratification—can have on our minds, emotions and actions in real life."

Parr: Theater is not “on demand”

Sarah Parr, Social Media Editor August 25, 2017

You don't need me to tell you that some people act like they have never heard of the term "theater etiquette." I've seen and heard some horrific things during live performances, but I want to examine an...

Despite some interesting story lines, much of the second season of "Daredevil" is predictable.

“Daredevil” is a little tame

Kevin Qosja, Contributing Reporter March 24, 2016

Daredevil has always been a fascinating character to me: Matt Murdock is a man filled with rage, a healthy dose of Catholic guilt and a love for his city. He’s able to channel that aggression and become...

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