The financial proof (in one handy chart) that we need to do better for women in film
If you’re unfamiliar with The Bechdel Test, it goes like this: to pass The Bechdel Test, a movie must include at least one conversation…
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The Changing Roles of American Movies
Let us return to 1978. Dazzled by the star-studded cast of Christian Bale, Amy Adams, Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence (and more!) American Hustle tells the…
Beyoncé’s got the #1 feminist album of the year
Like most of the world, I woke up for work this past Friday to learn that Christmas had come 12 days early – King…
Fill the ‘Downton’ void in your heart
Warning: Not caught up yet on Downton Abbey? You may not want to read this post (quite yet). It’s packed with spoilers! For the…
Five Reasons Why Twin Peaks Should Be Next in Your Netflix Queue
‘Tis the season, not just for trimming the tree and donning festive attire, but also for one of our favorite pastimes: binging on holiday…
Glee does ‘Blurred Lines’…*head desk*
Because of course the ridiculousness that is Robin Thicke’s “Blurred Lines” will never fully be over until Mr. Schuester sings it — in protest…
So Long, Blockbuster. Hello, Instant Procrastination.
Yesterday, November 6th, was a sad day for 90s kids across America. Blockbuster brought us all some disheartening news when it announced the closing of…
A Kardashian No More?
Unless, you’ve been living under a rock, you know Kim Kardashian is finally living out her American dream, and is newly engaged to baby daddy…
Where are you, Wonder Woman?
Superheroes are all the craze in Hollywood. In the last five years alone we’ve seen Spiderman, Batman, Superman, The Avengers, The Fantastic Four, Thor,…
Joseph Gordon-Levitt’s ‘Don Jon’ is totally worth it
Spending $10 to see a movie – $8.75 if you’ve still got your student ID – is a rare occurrence, especially in the era…