Zootopia 2’s success has surprised the majority of the entertainment industry. Unfortunately, the reputation of movie sequels has soured amongst mainstream audiences in recent years. For many, modern Hollywood has become over-reliant on franchises, with studios preferring them to original content because of a higher return in revenue. This has led to the belief that […]
Month: December 2025
Should We Be Concerned With the Steps Erika Kirk is Taking After the Passing of Charlie Kirk?
On September 10, 2025, conservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot at Utah Valley University. Kirk was the CEO of Turning Point USA, and was best known for his debates and talks at college campuses across the country. He had affiliations with both the President and Vice President, who have both been speaking out since […]
Americans Dislike For Subtitles May Just Be Because Of The Literacy Crisis
Subtitles are an inclusive staple in the film and television industry and are widely used across the globe. That said, the feature continues to struggle to find major headway within the American market. However, that isn’t to say subtitles aren’t used within the United States. Typically, subtitles have been a tool for audiences who have […]
Did Taylor Swift Set The Bar Too High?
In 2006, the music industry welcomed a new artist, Taylor Swift. Little did that fifteen year old girl know that in less than two decades, she would completely change the music industry as a whole. She started off as a country music artist out of Pennsylvania, and soon became the household popstar we all know […]
New York’s Green Light Law Remains in Place
In June 2019, New York passed the “Green Light” law, which took effect on December 19, 2019. This law protects undocumented immigrants by allowing them to obtain a driver’s license without requiring proof of U.S. citizenship. With this law, immigrants have been able to obtain a license, allowing them to find work and move forward […]
Are Our Fashion Trends Always Constant Repeats of the Past?
Almost every week, social media tells us the newest, “hottest” piece of clothing we just need to buy right away. For most people, especially the younger generation, we want to be kept in the loop of what is trending in the fashion world, and we run to our computers to order whatever it is we […]
Will Chinese Coffee Chains End Starbucks’ Rein In America?
Starbucks, alongside Dunkin’ Donuts, has been one of the two food franchises that have dominated the American coffee industry for decades. That said, Starbucks’ influence is waning; its anti-union practices, high prices, and its political allegiances do no favors towards younger generations. This has led to many customers looking for alternatives to get their fix. […]
How Has TikTok Transformed the World of Music?
In recent years, the social media platform ‘TikTok’ has captured the hearts and attention spans of individuals of all ages- children, teenagers, and even adults. The platform allows for users to share videos of both short and longer lengths, and most of these videos are accompanied by music. Not only can creators on the platform […]
James Cameron’s Avatar Franchise Hardly Has Any Pop Culture Relevance
Avatar: Fire and Ash is the third movie in James Cameron’s massively successful Avatar franchise. Released on December 19, 2025, the film opened with 345 million worldwide, topping the box office in the United States and Canada. That said, for how well this third installment is doing in pulling revenue in, its impact on audiences […]
Should Streaming Platforms Release Episodes Weekly Instead of All at Once?
There is something that streaming platforms have that makes them one of the most popular and most used entertainment platforms across the world, and that thing is convenience. By paying for a subscription to their services, you can get access to a massive catalog of movies and TV shows that you can watch from the […]
Do Term Limits Improve the Government or Weaken the Expertise of Politicians?
Term limits have been a core part of our government for centuries. They are a law with a deep history behind it, which has very few exceptions to the rule, typically only during times of great crisis, such as during the World Wars. They serve as a way to prevent the government from being controlled […]
Playwrights Horizons Are Being Sued for Racial Discrimination
Recently, Kevin Lynch, a musician and theater enthusiast, filed a class action lawsuit against Playwrights Horizons for allegedly charging prices for tickets based on the color of one’s skin, making it more expensive to buy a ticket if you are not part of a certain demographic. The issue arose from a performance on November 6th, […]
