It was easy to fall in love with Game of Thrones. Before, if you asked any fan why they enjoyed it, you would be met with a variety of answers. Some enjoyed how the show continuously subverted tropes in the fantasy genre, how it explored morally complex themes, and even the meticulous way the vast…
Author: Westin Perez
Avengers: Endgame is the culmination of over a decade worth of films brought to us by the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Spearheaded by Anthony and Joe Russo, the film follows the somber conclusion of 2018’s Avengers: Infinity War, with the film being the epic finish to the 22 film story woven by a plethora of…
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Rant and Rave: Us
In pop culture, it sometimes takes a while before a film director’s name becomes associated with a certain level of quality. Though for Jordan Peele, it did not take very long. Perhaps a part of it can be attributed to the fact that his name was already relatively well-known before taking on directing roles, being…
After more than half a year without a Marvel Studios film in theaters, Captain Marvel makes her debut on the big screen. This is Marvel Studios’ first foray into a female-led film, with it being the 21st film in the massive franchise that has become known as the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Directed by Anna…
One can’t exaggerate the importance of water. It flows within us, it nourishes us when we are thirsty. It brings life to plants, and aids us in removing waste. Water is essential to the way we live our lives due to its unique and versatile properties. So why is it then that people so freely…
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Screening for intimacy
A cultural behemoth, that’s what it is. There is no arguing how the internet and by extension, social media, occupies a unique place in our lives. Its ubiquity brings with it modes of communication and interaction that most take for granted, hiding in plain sight. For the internet is now so integrated in how we…
The new year comes with plenty of promise. No one can know for sure what it holds, but the potential it has is near limitless. Perhaps this is why resolutions for the new year is such a common practice among people. Maybe it’s the idea that the year can be molded and shaped into what…
Months after the 2018 FIFA World Cup, 2019 wastes no time bringing about another international football competition run by the Asian Football Confederation, the AFC Asian Cup. Unlike the World Cup, the Philippines will be taking part for the very first time, duking it out for the Asian title. This no doubt begs the question…
Dogs have the honor of being known as man’s best friend, but with that honor comes a twisted reality. With the popularity of dogs naturally comes a demand for adorable puppies to love and spoil. This desire has led to man manipulating these dogs to get their “ideal dog” through breeding. But when is enough…
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The clown conundrum
When one ponders about the prospect of a clown flick, the first genre that comes to mind would be that of horror. Instead of a mascot greeting you at the door as you order a burger, or a jolly, makeup-clad man in a circus, a defining representation of clowns in many people’s minds is that…