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Netflix's "It's What's Inside" was released Oct. 4 and marks the debut for writer-director Greg Jardin. The film first premiered at Sundance Film Festival.

Netflix’s new horror film ‘It’s What’s Inside’ scares without blood

By Logan Thompson, Staff Writer • October 9, 2024
“It’s What’s Inside” is the story of a reunion gone horribly wrong. On the eve of a wedding, friends gather at a family estate to celebrate and reconnect before the big day. Things are going great until the arrival of an eighth friend and his strange suitcase ruins their plans with a brutal game akin to “Mafia.” Despite many similarities to 2022’s “Bodies Bodies Bodies,” the film makes its own mark with sci-fi gimmicks and trickery.
Will Ferrell and Harper Steele first met in 1995 on the set of "Saturday Night Live." In Netflix's new documentary, the two take a symbolic road trip across the U.S.

Will & Harper: A road trip exploring identity against the odds

By Sheelagh Doe, Staff Writer • October 8, 2024
Netflix’s new documentary, “Will & Harper,” highlights the strength of two life-long friends — Harper Steele and Will Ferrel — who take to the road so Steele can re-experience the country as her true self after coming out as a transgender woman two years ago. This documentary tells Steele’s story beautifully, and doesn’t shy away from difficult conversations. The trip won’t be easily forgettable for the duo or for viewers.
"The Deliverance" directed by Lee Daniels was released in select theaters Aug. 16 before being distributed to Netflix. The film stars Glenn Close and Stranger Things' Caleb McLaughlin.

‘The Deliverance’ delivers nothing but an underwhelming attempt at horror

By Logan Thompson, Contributing Writer • September 5, 2024
“The Deliverance," directed by Lee Daniels, was advertised as the next great Netflix horror film. It is not. “The Deliverance” is the first horror film directed by the Oscar-nominated Daniels, who is best known for his critically-acclaimed dramas “Precious” (2009), “The Butler” (2013) and “The United States vs. Billie Holiday” (2021). 

‘Pop Off!’ – “Stranger Things” Characters

April 2, 2024
Host first-year student Ethan Kaufman is joined by guest first-year student Hannah Greaves to rank their top 5 "Stranger Things" characters.

‘Popcorn Premieres’ – The SAG Awards and Weekend of Feb. 23

February 29, 2024
First year student hosts Logan Thompson and Ethan Kaufman break down the recent wins at the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards and how they anticipate the Oscar Awards playing out. Thompson and Kaufman also go through last weekend's top movies at the box office.
Katara (Kiawentiio Tarbell) practicing waterbending in the Netflix’s “Avatar: The Last Airbender.”

Netflix’s ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ is rediscovering the elements

By Jadyn Davis, Senior Writer • February 28, 2024
The animated series of “Avatar: The Last Airbender” — created by Bryan Konietzko and Michael Dante DiMartino — first premiered in 2005 and instantly became popular for its excellent storytelling, well written characters and powerful themes. But after 19 years, fans of the original show can enjoy the tale of Avatar Aang once again in the live-action series, which was released Feb. 22 on Netflix. 

‘Popcorn Premiers’ – “May December” (2023)

December 10, 2023
For his final episode of the season, host first-year student Logan Thompson reviews the comedy/drama Netflix film with sophomore Michael Mahtesian to discuss the actors' performances and the audience's perception of the true crime genre. Thompson continues with a recap of his favorite films of 2023 and movies he is anticipating in 2024.
After a fateful near-miss, an assassin (Michael Fassbender) battles his employers and himself on an international manhunt he maintains is not personal.

‘The Killer’ slays every detail of a caper thriller

By Matt Minton, Senior Writer • November 16, 2023
The titular killer (Michael Fassbender) in David Fincher’s new caper thriller, “The Killer,” never misses. Or so the man of walking contradictions claims.

‘Popcorn Premieres’ – “Five Nights at Freddy’s” (2023), “Anatomy of a Fall” (2023), “Pain Hustlers” (2023)

November 3, 2023
Host first-year student Logan Thompson is joined by guests Braedy Dilger and Simona Forgione to discuss the film adaptation of the video game franchise, "Five Nights at Freddy's". Thompson and Forgione continue to review "Anatomy of a Fall", and Thompson alone reviews the Netflix Original "Pain Hustlers".
From left, Kendall (Jeremy Strong), Shiv (Sarah Snook) and Roman (Kieran Culkin) discuss their next play in the fourth and final season of "Succession" — one of the shows that has benefitted from releasing new episodes weekly.

Column: The case for the weekly streaming model

By Matt Minton, Co Life and Culture Editor • April 5, 2023
Despite the popularity of binge-watching, the weekly streaming model is the most effective at keeping the momentum of a show going.
Netflix’s end to password-sharing has sparked a debate regarding how the new rule will impact college students.

Netflix’s new account-sharing policy impacts students

By Jadyn Davis, Staff Writer • February 22, 2023
Netflix’s end to password-sharing has sparked a debate regarding how the new rule will impact college students.

On The Quad: Netflix’s new password crackdown?

By Ray Milburn and Thomas Kerrigan • February 22, 2023

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