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Oscar nominations reveal recognition of Asian American filmmakers

Oscar nominations reveal recognition of Asian American filmmakers
Asian Americans are breaking records, and this is just the beginning.
Lauren Vander Tuig, Staff Writer April 15, 2021

Six Asian Americans have been nominated for the first time in Oscars history. From actors to directors, Asian Ameicans have remained active within the film industry, yet their hard work and dedication is only now beginning to be given some time in the limelight. In the past, Asian talent has most...

Check out these must-see Oscar-nominated films

Check out these must-see Oscar-nominated films
These 2021 Oscar nominations are essential watches for avid movie-goers.
Lauren McBride and Kate Bomar April 3, 2021

Fan-favorite films that have been nominated for multiple award shows eventually end up on the Oscars 2021 nomination list. Although this repetition is to be expected, there are a few lesser known films that are definitely a must watch during the weekend.  “Sound of Metal” Following the tragic...

The case for “Tenet”: what the Oscars are missing

The case for “Tenet”: what the Oscars are missing
Christopher Nolan’s 2020 time warp thriller deserved more attention from the academy—and here is why.
Lydia Snow, Freelancer March 20, 2021

High-quality popcorn flicks are indispensable hallmarks of the cinematic zeitgeist. A case in point: Christopher Nolan’s “Tenet.” Although not the pinnacle of Nolan’s work, the film was still a valuable asset.  “Tenet” deserved far more than its paltry two Oscar nominations for Best Visual...

Three areas where the 2020 Oscars are moving forward—and one where they moved backward

Three areas where the 2020 Oscars are moving forward—and one where they moved backward
Although there is still a battle to be won in the fight for women in Hollywood, many men of color went home with well-earned awards.
Sydney Perry, Freelance Writer February 12, 2020

Last Sunday, Feb. 11, Hollywood’s biggest night went off with a bang. The Academy Awards celebrated its 92nd award show. It was no small ordeal, reaching many milestones in the fight for accurate representation in Hollywood. “Parasite” becomes the first non-English film to win best picture. Bong...

Experience 8-rounds of this Sylvester Stallon watchlist

Watch Sylvester Stallon's best movies before "Rambo: Last Blood" releases.
Before you see "Rambo: Last Blood," check out some of Sly’s essentials.
Chris Baeza, Freelance Writer September 19, 2019

From his humble beginnings as an underdog boxer from Philly to his most recent role in the final installment of the “Rambo” franchise, Stallone has had a long, successful career in Hollywood. Showcasing brute at its finest, Stallone has been the face of action movies for the last three decades. This...

Christian Clubbing: Students unite over love for film

Students watch the 2018 Oscars on a projection screen
The Film Music Guild invited students to watch the awards ceremony and finish their homework.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief March 6, 2018

Vice president of the Film Music Guild and sophomore music composition major Jorden Davis sat in the back of Mayers Auditorium, eyes fixed on the bustling crowd of students as the 2018 Oscars ceremony projected onto the screen before them. His sight flickered between the two subjects, as if he was...