Art by Chris ChenVirtual reality — or as scientists call it, virtual environment — technology is on the horizon, and with it comes a new way to live and a new way to escape. It will usher in an age where any experience is as near as the push of a button; anything from climbing Mount Everest, having lunch in Italy or becoming another gender is possible. It's scary to … [Read more...] about Next Year, Virtual Reality Invades Our World
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Film Buffs Should be Aware of These Classics
Photo Courtesy of Warner Bros StudioDespite significant technological advancements, one question holds true to this day: How much do you know about film? Much of the media content modern audiences view owe their success to iconic Hollywood films, specifically the techniques utilized and the legacy the films left. The name of the game is quotability, and as they say, … [Read more...] about Film Buffs Should be Aware of These Classics
‘Black Mass’ Resurrects Depp’s Career
Photo courtesy of Warner Bros.Johnny Depp’s career has been in a state of flux for a little over a decade. While his reputation has been built on the successes of films such as “Edward Scissorhands,” the “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise and the original “A Nightmare on Elm Street,” flops such as “The Lone Ranger,” … [Read more...] about ‘Black Mass’ Resurrects Depp’s Career
Emojis: Create Your Speech
Art by Christopher ChenAnyone with parents will realize that the meanings of words change. For instance, just the other day, my friend’s mother complained that “they came up with a new word: binge-drinking.” She hilariously ranted about it being unnecessary. “To us back then, it was just the weekend!” Since the meanings of words are not inherent in … [Read more...] about Emojis: Create Your Speech
Some Films don’t Deserve the Hype — or the Hate
Photo courtesy of Walt Disney StudiosWhile the creative process of film is objective (i.e., writing, creating, editing and distributing the content), how it is received is subjective.Professional critics, niche fans and casual audiences all have different tastes, allowing certain films to have negative or positive reputations and followings; whether those are earned or not, … [Read more...] about Some Films don’t Deserve the Hype — or the Hate
