Speculative evolution can be defined as a science-fiction subgenre and an artistic movement that considers hypothetical and scientific creativity to bring about fictional organisms with an entirely imagined evolutionary history. There are many pieces of successful media that contain elements of speculative evolution such as C.M. Kösemen’s book “All Tommorrows,” “Expedition,” by Wayne Barlowe and […]
Tag: Op-ed
Wave-Notes After Image: Adaptation of Story Into Song
Imagined sound albums are generally an intriguing type of music, with many being created with the intention of placing emphasis on sound design, atmosphere, image or a story. “After Image,” released on Dec. 31, 2006 and produced by Morrigan, also known as WAVE, is one such album that takes a unique approach to its composition. […]
Why More Movies Should Let the Villain Win
I must admit — I can’t stand how a lot of movies always have the usual good guy protagonist defeating the antagonist. This is unrelated to the phenomenon of morally grey anti-heroes and villains taking the spotlight. “The Joker” films are a recent example of this — considering how they attempt to humanize the iconic, […]
Zohran Mamdani Leans Into Identity Politics During NYC Mayor Race
Zohran Mamdani, a current New York State Assemblymember, is running for New York City mayor as a Democrat. With the primary election only four days away, he is quickly closing the gap on front-runner Andrew Cuomo. Earlier this month, Mamdani released a political ad that looks a little different than usual – unapologetically rooted in […]
Steroids in Global Athletics: Level Playing Field or Arms Race?
In the intricate world of international athletics, one truth remains: the line between peak human performance and pharmaceutical enhancement grows blurrier by the year. The fight against steroid use — anabolic-androgenic substances that build muscle and boost performance — is far from uniform across countries and sports and that inconsistency is threatening the integrity of […]
The Strengths and Weaknesses of Gamera Rebirth: What Does It Mean for the Dying Franchise?
Gamera, a giant turtle monster originally featuring in the film “Gamera, The Giant Monster,” on Nov. 27, 1965, was a blatant knockoff of Godzilla, however with time and future installments, it eventually grew into its own as a Japanese movie icon, popular enough to rival Godzilla. Even in what’s known as the Heisei era, it […]
Sabrina Carpenter’s New Album Cover – Ironic or Objectifying?
Sabrina Carpenter seems to be doing it all. Riding a wave of momentum during her global tour, she recently announced her next album, “Man’s Best Friend,” set for release in late August. Fans everywhere were stirring with excitement…until they took a closer look at the cover art. Controversy erupted all over the internet. People were […]
Next NFL Season Is Important for the New York Giants
With the next NFL season around the corner, this upcoming season may prove to be very important for the New York Giants, with the expectations of fans weighing heavy, it’s important that they play their cards right. Especially after recent circumstances, this next season may very well either make or break the team. The New […]
Are Americans Getting Enough Sleep?
As the years have gone by, I have noticed a significant number of people I have met were often low on energy and very sluggish. It’s an observation that seemed to extend to both young and old people alike, with only a few outliers that I can think of. With people being stressed over various […]
Hollywood’s Obsession with Reboots: Nostalgia or Narrative Stagnation?
In the golden age of cinema, originality was currency. Today, a stroll through your local theater marquee might yield a different impression. Oh look, another Ghostbusters reboot. Hey, there’s a live-action reimagining of a Disney classic. You remember Lilo and Stitch? Good, here’s your favorite childhood character rendered in 3D! Check out this gritty sequel […]
Bureaucracy Is the Frontline of Democracy
Headlines are all about politicians, but the real people that maintain democracy are the public workers who shape the lives of everyday Americans. Politics and democracy do not just stay in the Capitol, it lives in schools, housing offices, health clinics and even the DMV. The people that run these systems do not garner enough […]
Upcoming Films in 2025: What to Look Forward To
2025 is looking up to be a strong year for films, with many movies worthy of recognition coming to theaters over the summer and the remaining duration of 2025. The first of note is “Jurassic World Rebirth.” The newest addition to the “Jurassic Park,” franchise seems to be taking a step back to the usual […]
