Oscar-winning Palestinian director Hamdan Ballal and two other hostages have been released by Israel. This is only a couple of days after he was ruthlessly beaten and detained by Israeli Forces in the West Bank. It was reported that three men in military garments beat them while one recorded the assault. It was Tuesday last […]
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Hannah Berner’s Interview with Megan thee Stallion Shows Why Journalist Jobs Should Go to Journalists
Influencer Hanna Berner was given the opportunity of a lifetime to interview celebrities on the red carpet at Vanity Fair’s Oscar party, which seems to be happening more and more as influencers grow in popularity. These micro-celebrities are given journalist jobs without any training in journalism, PR or media literacy. With proper training in these […]
Op-Ed: Anora Was Great, But it Didn’t Deserve the Oscar for Best Picture
Assuming you have already read the headline, yes, “Anora” was a great film, and I adore its many aspects, starting with how the Oscars are finally awarding more independent films for their hard work. However, given the movies it was going against, “Anora” did not deserve the Oscar for Best Picture. For those of you […]
2025 Academy Awards Nominations
The yearly event that celebrates the work and efforts of the film industry took place on March 2nd at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles. This year, the show was hosted by Conan O’Brien and was televised by the ABC network. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences presented awards to nominations found […]
The Oscars: Everything To Know About The Event This Coming Sunday
This Sunday, March 2, 2025, the 97th Academy Awards are set to dazzle Hollywood at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Whether you’re a dedicated cinephile or just tuning in for the star-studded spectacle, here’s your comprehensive guide to the biggest night in cinema. When and Where to Watch The ceremony kicks off at […]
Gene Hackman Found Dead With Wife and Dog
Detectives are now investigating the death of Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman, who was found dead in his home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on Thursday, February 26. The actor was 95. However, the death of his 63-year-old wife, Betsy Arakawa, whose body was found in a separate room, has police suspecting foul play. One of […]
Why do Critics Love ‘Emilia Pérez’ and Fans Hate it?
“Emilia Pérez” is a film about a Mexican lawyer who has to help a cartel boss retire and transition into a woman. The film was quite a hit with critics, earning 13 Oscar nominations and 10 Golden Globe Nominations. However, if you look closely at what the audiences think, it’s barely a hit. It’s not […]
Oscar Nominations: Impact of Los Angeles Fires
The January 6th Los Angeles wildfires have caused widespread devastation to residents and surrounding communities. Spanning numerous locations throughout Los Angeles County, the unexpected blaze resulted in five confirmed deaths and the destruction of over 1,000 structures. These wildfires also prompted the cancellation of the highly anticipated Oscars Nominations announcement. Founded in 1929, the Oscars […]
2024 Oscars: “Oppenheimer” and “Poor Things” take home major wins
Last night’s 96th Oscars saw major wins for Oppenheimer and Poor Things cast and crew. Oppenheimer, the historical drama about the life and struggles of J. Robert Oppenheimer and the creation of the atomic bomb, took home seven Oscars in total: Best Picture, Best Director (Christopher Nolan), Best Actor in a Leading Role (Cillian Murphy), […]
