Euphoria is a Dark, Gritty Take on Gen Z Teens That Aims to Shock (and Impress)
It’s difficult to talk about Euphoria without noting its inherently alarmist nature. Yes, it provides a stark window into the lives of a group of teens, each flawed and messed up in one or several ways, making their lives even more…
Why White Supremacist Violence is a Growing Threat in the US (and Worldwide)
White supremacist attacks do not happen in a vacuum. According to the New York Times, at least a third of white extremist attacker’s since 2011 were inspired by other white supremacist killers, often expressing admiration for them and their tactics.…
Hobbs & Shaw is a Solid Popcorn Bromance That’s High on Comedy (and Low on Meaningful Stakes)
The Fast and the Furious movies have come a long way. From the tuner (and drag racing) culture in the first couple of movies, to the increasingly ludicrous heists in the last few, the franchise has evolved in a way…
Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood is a Fairy Tale Tribute to Tinseltown (and the Loss of Innocence)
Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood is Quentin Tarantino’s unabashed love letter to the Hollywood of yesteryears. It’s a meticulous recreation of Hollywood in the 60s, complete with parties at the Playboy Mansion and hippies living in an abandoned movie…
Why We Lose Friends as We Get Older (and Why That’s a Good Thing)
Some things are unavoidable. It’s highly likely that, as you have grown up, your friend list has shifted and changed. If you have already made the transition from college to work life, then this change might feel even more pronounced…
Why We Need to Take Workplace Harassment More Seriously
The history of workplace harassment is long and sordid; however, laws dealing specifically with workplace harassment are relatively new in both the United States and India. The effective prosecution of workplace harassment cases was long hindered in the US; two…
The Boys is a Violent, Subversive Twist on the Superhero Formula
The Boys is a great antithesis of the golden age of superheroes: it dives deep into a world where superheroes are adored by the masses, humanizing characters who were previously more one note in the source material. Most of the…
The Lion King is a Technical Masterpiece, But Lacks the Heart of the Original
Jon Favreau’s The Lion King is, without a doubt, an impressive technical achievement. The photorealistic visuals often makes you feel as though you are watching a high-definition documentary on the savanna. However, it’s also an almost shot for shot remake…
Why Mob Violence in Bangladesh is Problematic
One of the reasons why Batman has endured as a symbol is the inherent draw of his power fantasy. A man, dressed like a bat, operating from the shadows, striking vengeance where he sees fit, picking after ineffectual (and often…
Playing Skyrim in 2019: Catching up with an Old Friend
Since I mostly game from my aging gaming laptop these days, I have been trying my hand at a couple of older games these last few months. These games varied from underrated gems such as Prince of Persia: Warrior Within…
