From the moment when Ariana Grande’s “thank u, next” single was released in late November, the song has been an unstoppable hit. Not only has “thank u, next” been on …
“The Grinch”: A Modern Remake
The classic Christmas movie, “How The Grinch Stole Christmas,” was given a makeover for this 2018 holiday season. The iconic Mr. Grinch, played by Jim Carrey, was replaced by Benedict …
Not Just a Comic Book Superhero
Entering through the glass door of the Forbidden Planet comic store in New York City, immediately transports visitors into a world of heroes, villains and, weirdly enough, Bob Ross. Among …
Getting Nostalgic With Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald
(Warning: possible spoilers) When J.K. Rowling announced an expansion to the beloved world of Harry Potter, she introduced new characters to fall in love with and old characters to get …
“Beautiful Boy” is Wonderfully Complex
I found myself feeling lonely and a bit dizzy after going to see the movie “Beautiful Boy” directed by Felix Van Groeningen. The film is based on the books “Beautiful …
A PLNU Production of “Failure: A Love Story”
Calling all theater lovers and those who want to see art come to life, it’s that time of the year! PLNU’s fall production “Failure: A Love Story” by Philip Dawkins …
Netflix Shows to Watch this November
“Maniac” – This psychological trip of a show is by far one of Netflix’s best productions of 2018. Jonah Hill exhibits top performance alongside Oscar nominee, Emma Stone. With the …
Cartooning with Steve Breen
At the front of PLNU’s Colt Forum, facing an audience of about 20 students, faculty and staff, sat Steve Breen, hunched over a desk with his reading glasses perched at …
Not-So-Scary Halloween Classics for Spooky Season
“Hocus Pocus” (1993) Disney’s Halloween classic tells the story of three crazy witches’ return to Salem, Mass., 300 years later and the mischief they bring. “It’s the Great Pumpkin Charlie …
“The Hate U Give” Hits Close to Home
Thug Life: “The Hate U Give Little Infants F***s Everybody.” This is a phrase coined by late rapper and Hip Hop legend Tupac Shakur who was the leader of a …