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“Hellbound” is a chilling tale of the supernatural and human folly

Maida Suta, Reporter | December 1, 2021

“Hellbound,” initially an animated short film and then a webtoon, is a six episode series divided in two parts, first following Korean society after demonic apparitions begin to appear, notifying people...

‘Hypnotic’ falls short of its promising premise

Maida Suta, Reporter | November 4, 2021

While on time for the onslaught of horror and thriller movies released for Halloween, “Hypnotic” drops the ball on its interesting premise with its poor writing and pacing. “Hypnotic” follows...

Exploit or free Britney: unpacking Netflix’s ‘Britney vs. Spears’ documentary

Kaitlyn Khov, Reporter | October 13, 2021

Netflix’s “Britney vs. Spears” documentary attempts to revitalize Britney Spears’ conservatorship, but fails to provide a fresh take on the controversial case. Directed by Erin Lee Carr, who...

Learn finance with Netflix’s “Money, Explained”

Benjamin Brooker, Reporter | June 2, 2021

Netflix’s “Money, Explained” series warns you about scams and educates you on currency, wall street banking and trade systems — an essential watch for any American who wants to keep their money.

Find your inner child in “Finding ‘Ohana”

Jordyn Smith, Reporter | February 24, 2021

Netflix’s new Indiana Jones-style film “Finding ‘Ohana” grabs the audience through complicated family dynamics and adventurous twists and turns.

An overhyped couple’s fight: the disappointment of “Malcolm and Marie”

Emjay Troxclair, Reporter/copy editor | February 15, 2021

The hype for “Malcolm & Marie” outweighs the actual experience of the film, leaving viewers bored and dissatisfied.

A fun steamy romance: why you should watch “Bridgerton”

Jordyn Smith, Reporter | February 15, 2021

The Netflix original series “Bridgerton” has intrigued its audience through its steamy romance and scandalous twists, leaving viewers begging for more.

“The Liberator”: A captivating and innovative, yet artificial portrayal of World War II

Trisha Venkat, Staff Reporter | November 19, 2020

This Veteran’s Day Netflix released “The Liberator,” a four episode mini-series marked by its unique integration of computer animation and live-action footage. The story of “The...

Beautiful with an incomplete plot: A review of “The Queen’s Gambit”

Diana Piper, Staff Reporter | November 12, 2020

In angled shots and sunken colors, “The Queen’s Gambit” chronicles the rise of chess starlet Beth Harmon, beautiful in direction and design, yet lacking in plot and substance.

“Blackpink: Light up the Sky” weaves pro-multicultural themes into heartwarming presentation

Jodi Wong, Staff Reporter | October 20, 2020

Starring its four members Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa and Rosé, k-pop girl group Blackpink’s documentary “Blackpink: Light up the Sky” offers an intimate look not only into the background and dynamic of the group, but the nuances of the K-pop industry in a worldwide perspective.