In a time of political distrust, the movie“Wicked: For Good” shows how easily the government can manipulate the public through scapegoats to distract from real issues affecting society.
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Half a century after its release, “Jaws” continues to resonate as not only a thriller but also a warning of the dangers of unchecked capitalism.
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During a tense political era in the U.S., “The Hunger Games,” originally written as a dystopian warning for dictatorship in post-collapse America, is coming closer and closer to reality.
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Released Dec. 5, 2021 on Netflix, “Don’t Look Up,” provides interesting social commentary on climate change through its unique plot.
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Social Commentary: “The Post”
by Alexander Robinson February 10, 2018“The Post,” now playing at Beechwood Cinema and GTC University Cinemas, is a timely period drama that tells a compelling narrative speaking to the importance of journalistic integrity.
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Social commentary: Logan Paul in the age of social media stars
by Valeria Garcia-Pozo January 4, 2018On Dec. 31, 2017, YouTuber Logan Paul uploaded a video that sparked a conversation about profiting from offensive content online.
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The story of Malala Yousafzai is one that people in our culture generally have no experience with, but the movie He Named Me Malala manages to make Malala’s story both relatable and empowering to people of any background.
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New feature documentary “She’s Beautiful When She’s Angry” highlights the unmatched fervor of the women’s movement during the ‘60s and ‘70s.