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Pictured here, "First Kill" is a supernatural adaptation of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet." Courtesy of Netflix. © 1997-2016 Netflix, Inc. All rights reserved.

Column: Shakespeare retellings bring fresh takes to classic tales

Laura Emde, news correspondent November 7, 2022

The film “Rosaline,” which premiered on Hulu Oct. 14, tells the classic story of William Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” from the perspective of Romeo’s former lover. The film gives Rosaline, whose name is a reference point rather than a real character in the bard’s...

This autumn's fashion month showcased designs for next year's spring and summer season. This runway season marked the fashion industry's full-force return from pandemic isolation.

Column: Fashion month emerges from the pandemic with a lot to say

Sarah Popeck, news correspondent October 31, 2022

Throughout the month of September, the fashion industry filled runways in New York, London, Milan and Paris with a series of season-defining shows. The spring and summer 2023 showcases marked the first time in two years that many designers got to show their work in person...

From the late 1970s to the early 2000s, these Halloween classics are must-watches for the season.

Column: Visit the ghosts of Halloweens past with these haunting classics

Aja Binder, news correspondent October 27, 2022

Now that the jack-o’-lanterns have taken up posts on Back Bay front stoops, Halloween movie marathon season is upon us. This means a list of Halloween’s most frightening favorites is in order. From John Carpenter’s frightening “Halloween” in the late 1970s to Disney’s...

Identity-building becomes less an exploration of individuality and more a measure of one’s socioeconomic status as self-expression begins to focus solely on the means of material possession.

Column: When the consumer goes commercial, ‘that girl’ becomes toxic

Julianne Panaro, news correspondent October 3, 2022

At a time when social isolation runs rampant, there is a certain comfort in thinking that you can buy your way into a sense of belonging for the low, low price of a $599 Dyson Airwrap or a $119 button down from Djerf Avenue. TikTok trends such as the “that girl” aesthetic...

Whole Foods Market near Back Bay makes pumpkin picking easier for locals this season. Tune into these media picks to get into the swing of the season.

Column: Get in the mood for autumn with these media picks

Sophia Haydon-Khan, news correspondent September 30, 2022

For anyone looking to get into the autumn mood, look no further than these songs, movies, shows and books that pair perfectly with the crisp crunch of fallen leaves and a cup of warm cider.  Songs “1979,” Smashing Pumpkins  In addition to their seasonally appropriate...

When Netflix announced the cancelation of "First Kill," fans voiced their criticism online. Courtesy of Netflix. © 1997-2016 Netflix, Inc. All rights reserved.

Column: Major studios’ strike against sapphic stories cannot be ignored

Sarah Popeck, news correspondent September 28, 2022

Many viewers who identify as queer find it hard to relate to characters in film and television, especially when popular sapphic projects continue to be cancelled, scrapped and pulled away from big screen attention. Recently, audiences saw potential for a sapphic series that...

At first glance, recent reboots of television programs that reigned supreme during the 2000s and early 2010s are trying to improve upon their predecessors' shortcomings. But a closer look at some revived projects reveals that television leaders still hesitate to embrace diversity on-and-off screen.

Column: Television reboots revive flawed representation amid demand for diversity

Cathy Ching, deputy lifestyle editor September 7, 2022

The early 2000s are making a comeback to modern television — this time, with more diversity.  Heeding criticism about the lack of diversity in television, Hollywood producers have rebooted shows like “Pretty Little Liars,” “Gossip Girl” and “Teen Wolf” that...

The Kardashians have transformed their tabloid and reality television legacy into a commercial empire. "A Newsstand in Omaha, Nebraska. November 1938." by polkbritton is marked with CC PDM 1.0.

Column: ‘The Kardashians’ know how to turn bad press into good business

Noelia Arteaga, news correspondent May 6, 2022

The Kar-Jenner girls are back and on Hulu for an all too familiar iteration of their first hit reality television show, “Keeping Up with the Kardashians,” or “KUWTK.” The first episode of the new series — with a new moniker, “The Kardashians” — is almost three...

Fans took to Twitter to express their disappointment in the musical artist Doja Cat. But the singer later revealed her own struggles with public pressure. This work features "Doja Cat 2020 Vogue Taiwan 02.png" by Condé Nast through Vogue Taiwan and is licensed under CC BY 3.0 .

Column: Doja Cat’s fight with fans reveals underlying tension in the music industry

Rachel Umansky-Castro, news staff April 15, 2022

After musical artist Doja Cat failed to perform her concert in Paraguay as scheduled due to flooding in the area, several fans took to Twitter to express their concerns, sparking a fight between the artist and fans who felt she had wronged them for not performing.  Doja Cat...

"Turning Red" takes on young girlhood and coming of age, but some critics took issue with the film's novel themes.

Column: ‘Turning Red’ criticized for themes of growing up

Sharon Chen, news correspondent April 3, 2022

Disney and Pixar’s latest film “Turning Red” follows 13-year-old Meilin Lee and her newfound tendency to transform into a giant, red panda when faced with intense emotions. The film explores Chinese heritage, generational trauma and coming of age, but its portrayal of young...

Hulu's "The Dropout" is yet another instance highlighting society's obsession with the scammers. The recent series details the turbulent story of Elizabeth Holmes, who connived the world with her company, Theranos.

Column: ‘The Dropout’ exemplifies modern obsession with scamming

Juliana George, news staff March 27, 2022

“Inventing Anna.” “The Tinder Swindler.” “The Puppet Master.” In just the first three months of 2022, three Netflix original productions have revolved around major scams. In each, a master con artist drains their victims of large sums of money through pure charisma...

"Pam and Tommy" wants to re-examine the fallout around the release of Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee's sex tape, but critics point out the show's contradictory role in reigniting Anderson's trauma.

Column: ‘Pam and Tommy’ disappoints viewers, exploits Pamela Anderson

Lily Elwood, news staff February 26, 2022

What was meant to be a post-#MeToo-era television show about Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee’s sex tape scandal, “Pam and Tommy,” a biographical drama series on Hulu, only works to further exploit Anderson and fails to even center her in the story. John Corabi, one of...