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Marvel innovates storylines and genres in “WandaVision”

Marvel innovates storylines and genres in “WandaVision”
The miniseries is a creative reintroduction to Marvel following “Avengers: Endgame.”
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor March 9, 2021

With nine Disney+ episodes packed with action and cliffhangers, “WandaVision” exceeded all expectations of Marvel fans. The episodes stretch across multiple decades and slowly morph into the classic Marvel style of excitement and humor. Arguably one of the most thoughtful and creative pieces to come...

A Day to Remember merges catchy lyrics with deafening rock anthems

A Day to Remember merges catchy lyrics with deafening rock anthems
Memorable and insufferable, “You’re Welcome” is a mixed bag.
Joshua Flores, Staff Writer March 9, 2021

A Day to Remember released “You’re Welcome” on March 5, an album full of interesting lyrics and dance-worthy beats. Almost violent in nature, many of the songs on “You’re Welcome” warrant headphones and a fully stocked supply of Advil on hand. Much of the album is drowned out by the screamo-esque...

“Drywall” is a unique introduction to Jay Joseph

“Drywall” is a unique introduction to Jay Joseph
The new artist brings clear creativity to his EP, but it may not be for everyone.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor March 6, 2021

Jay Joseph is one of the newest, most unexpected artists to come out of 2021 so far. Looking for a fresh avenue to filter his creativity, the basketball player produced his first EP “Drywall” in his parents’ basement. Fans of alternative rap and new, underground music may enjoy the listen, as there...

Pop princess Zara Larsson releases “Poster Girl”

Pop princess Zara Larsson releases “Poster Girl”
Dealing with love and heartbreak, Larsson exposes everything yet says nothing.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor March 6, 2021

On March 5, Zara Larsson released “Poster Girl,” yet another club-warm-up album, the genre she managed to define and never break free from. With synth-heavy and driving songs like “FFF” and “Look What You’ve Done,” she keeps the pace with previous albums like “So Good” and  showcases...

Billie Eilish delivers honesty in her latest film on Apple TV

Billie Eilish delivers honesty in her latest film on Apple TV
“The World’s a Little Blurry” focuses on the darkness and the isolation of fame.
Joshua Flores, Staff Writer March 4, 2021

Recently released on Apple TV, “Billie Eilish: The World’s a Little Blurry” brings fans into the personal, endearing and shocking world of stardom for Eilish. Beginning with her first record deal and entering into her current successes, the film aims to display the process and passion behind her...

The 78th annual Golden Globe Awards recap

The 78th annual Golden Globe Awards recap
The Hollywood Foreign Press Association had another year celebrating the best films of 2020.
Kate Bomar, Photographer March 2, 2021

On Feb. 28, NBC hosted the 78th annual Golden Globe Awards given to movies, plays and TV shows by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. The audience was filled with first responders and essential workers while celebrities tuned in online via Zoom to accept their awards. UNCOMFORTABLE DIALOGUE  Hosts...

Life of a film freelancer during a pandemic

Baliko setting up camera for a commercial shoot.
Rebecca Baliko overcomes unique post-graduation challenges starting her film career during COVID-19.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor February 27, 2021

Since graduating during COVID-19, cinema and media arts alumna Rebecca Baliko has been forced to begin a freelancing film career in unusual circumstances. However, she has found the challenges to be a blessing in disguise. POST-GRAD PROJECTS Having worked on mostly freelance projects while at Biola,...

Netflix’s “Pelé” scores a goal

Netflix’s “Pelé” scores a goal
This biographical documentary zeroes in on an illustrious athlete’s rise to success and his struggles to maintain it.
Lydia Snow, Freelancer February 27, 2021

Three World Cup wins, 1,279 goals in 1,363 games and a spot on the Time 100 list of the “Most Important People of the Century”—these are only a few highlights of Edson Arantes do Nacimento's career. The fabled achievements of Nacimento, better known as Pelé, are newly chronicled in a full-length...

Gaming on the rise since beginning of pandemic

Gaming on the rise since beginning of pandemic
People in isolation are looking for an escape—and gaming seems to be the answer.
Emily Coffey and Kate Bomar February 25, 2021

An old form of entertainment, the video game industry is spiking amid the isolation many are currently facing at home. According to the National Purchase Diary Panel Inc. Group’s analytics, spending on gaming has increased by 33%, while overall time spent playing games increased by 26%. This impacts...

“Nomadland” dismantles the American dream illusion

“Nomadland” dismantles the American dream illusion
Frances McDormand delivers the raw intensity of van living.
Joshua Flores, Staff Writer February 23, 2021

“Nomadland” captures the ache of financial ruin many experienced in 2011 by documenting one woman’s story of escape, hardship and loss as she uses her husband's death to launch her new means of living.  Leaving behind her life as a substitute teacher, Fern packs a few pieces of clothing, the...

“Flora & Ulysses” deals with self-discovery, cynicism and squirrels

“Flora & Ulysses” deals with self-discovery, cynicism and squirrels
This Disney+ book adaptation is an all-ages treat with a superhero-themed spin.
Lydia Snow, Freelancer February 23, 2021

Kate DiCamillo, two-time winner of the Newbery Medal for “distinguished contribution to American literature for children,” has a penchant for penning tales filled to the brim with wonder, emotion and imagination. Her 2013 novel “Flora & Ulysses” recently received a film adaptation for Disney+. The...

CMA returns to campus for Phase 2

CMA returns to campus for Phase 2
The return to campus presents challenges Biola professors are at the forefront of solving.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor February 20, 2021

This week, the wave of students approved for Phase 2 in the School of Cinema and Media Arts department filed into classrooms for the first time since last March. They were 6 feet apart and masked, with wet hands from the gallons of hand sanitizer stationed at the entrance of classrooms. Not only have...