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Survivor: David vs. Goliath Gives New Life to the Fading Reality Show

Wait, Survivor is still on? Indeed it is, and it’s better than ever. It’s no secret that the CBS competition series is no longer the cultural behemoth it once was... Read more

By December 10, 2018

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“thank u, next” is here to stay

A Billboard #1 single. Flawless recreations of 2000s cult classics. Ariana Grande. What more could you ever ask for in a music video? Ariana Grande finally released a music video... Read more

By December 7, 2018

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Unshelved: Color Me Impressed

This piece discusses sexual violence, domestic violence, and incest. I bought Alice Walker’s The Color Purple at the Strand Bookstore in New York City last summer on a first date.... Read more

By December 6, 2018

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Trailer Takes: Artemis Fowl, Happy Death Day 2U, The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina Part 2

Artemis Fowl—https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oP-fRX_gB6o Dajour: The name Artemis Fowl sounds recognizable; that is the most I can offer about this trailer. Judging from the comments on the trailer, this film is based... Read more

By , and December 5, 2018

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The Weekly List: Christmastime Classics

CHOKE ME WITH TINSEL, IT’S CHRISTMASTIME! 1. It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas – Michael Bublé What better way to kick off the December month than a bit... Read more

By December 4, 2018

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Trailer Takes: The Lion King, Once Upon a Deadpool, and The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part

The Lion King — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4CbLXeGSDxg Katie: To be honest, I’ve never understood the obsession with the original cartoon version of The Lion King (1994). The songs get on my nerves,... Read more

By November 28, 2018

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The Princess Switch: Served Dry, Without a Twist

I thought The Princess Switch (2018) would be like that girl in high school who had it all: wealth, looks, smarts, cool bangs. But after watching the Netflix original holiday... Read more

By November 27, 2018

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Weekly List: Spanish Discoteca Edition

Tortilla, my host family and their 18-year-old cat, and discotecas: all parts of Spain I’m going to miss. One of the most fun parts of being here has been getting... Read more

By November 26, 2018

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Marvelous Memories: Remembering Stan Lee

Comic book writer and Marvel legend Stan Lee passed away last week on Nov. 12. Known for his characters and cameos, Lee was the co-creator of some of the most... Read more

By , and November 22, 2018

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Trailer Takes: Pokémon Detective Pikachu, Cam, and Dumbo

Pokémon Detective Pikachu — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1roy4o4tqQM Julia: Pokémon has never been my favorite as a concept. I never quite understood the appeal of it. But this movie I actually might watch.... Read more

By , and November 21, 2018

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House of Cards Misses its Last Chance to Save Itself

House of Cards has had a lot thrown its way. When it was picked up by Netflix to become the streaming service’s first original series in 2013, no one knew... Read more

By November 20, 2018

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The Best Surrealist Music Videos

Kali, Mitski, St. Vincent, and Solange have delivered out-of-this world music, and have gifted us with surreal music videos to match. Take a deep dive into their alternative worlds, ones... Read more

By November 16, 2018

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Sia’s Everyday Is Christmas (Deluxe) Perfects the Pop Holiday Album

On November second, Sia released Everyday Is Christmas (Deluxe). The album is a re-released version of her original Everyday Is Christmas LP, which came out almost exactly year ago, with... Read more

By November 15, 2018

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The Weekly List: Queen’s Greatest Hits

In honor of the recent release of the biographical film Bohemian Rhapsody, some Halftime staffers have decided to take a look back at Queen’s iconic discography.  Nicole: “Another One Bites... Read more

By , , and November 14, 2018

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Trailer Takes: Nobody’s Fool, Ben is Back, and 55 Steps

Nobody’s Fool — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTxSbKLVnvQ Sky: It’s good to see that the recently established reign of Tiffany Haddish is still going strong. In Nobody’s Fool, Tika Sumpter plays Danica, a successful... Read more

By , and November 14, 2018

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Las Chicas del Cable Are Calling

Thursdays feel different in Spain, as do Saturday mornings, and I couldn’t put my finger on why for a good long while. It finally hit me one Thursday evening as... Read more

By November 13, 2018

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Getting Curious About Getting Curious

Jonathan Van Ness strides onto the stage in high-heeled boots, his long hair flowing and his ultra-stylish outfit perfectly accentuating his form. He takes a seat and greets the audience,... Read more

By November 12, 2018

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The Meme Files: Miley Cyrus and Absurdist Expression

Welcome to The Meme Files! Halftime staffers will be picking a meme to cover and will go into its background, appeal, and impact. This week I’ll be doing a current... Read more

By November 9, 2018

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Marvel’s Daredevil Season 3: Long Live the Kingpin

Spoiler alert! This article contains spoilers for Marvel’s Daredevil and Marvel’s Defenders. After a two year hiatus, Daredevil takes fans back to the streets of Hell’s Kitchen in a season... Read more

By November 9, 2018

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The Haunting of Hill House: More than a Ghost Story

If you’re reading this, you’ve probably already heard: The Haunting of Hill House is scary. So scary that last night, after I had stopped halfway through an episode and was... Read more

By November 8, 2018