Editor's Note: All seven seasons of Gilmore Girls were added to Netflix on Oct. 1. I am a man. I like red meat and Hemingway. I have facial hair. And I love the Gilmore Girls. It started as a family obsession in high school: My mom and sister borrowed the DVDs. I watched from the entryway, finding some excuse to sit in the shadows and observe. I slowly inched closer — … [Read more...] about ‘Gilmore Girls’ Added to Netflix
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Netflix: Unique Films to Watch
Netflix is perceived to have a more-than-sizable library of selections. While it does not contain many of the more current releases, it does contain plenty of choices that, while obscure, may fascinate many. Here are three recommendations “off the beaten path.” For the documentarian: “Milius” (2014) John Milius, a Hollywood screenwriter and director, may not be a household … [Read more...] about Netflix: Unique Films to Watch
Libraries Are an Affordable Alternative
Blockbuster’s bankruptcy has solidified the increased use of streaming services like Netflix. With the vast amount of films and TV shows — both past and present — available, many now have all the power to watch whatever they want, how they want, when they want. However, streaming has downsides. People on data plans will have their streaming service interrupted when they hit … [Read more...] about Libraries Are an Affordable Alternative
Scrolling life away
I’m as capable as any to fall into the evil vortex of Netflix. It only takes a measly 15 seconds for one to choose between a fifth episode of “Parks and Rec,” or the arduous task of homework and other unfortunate responsibilities. After factoring in the amount of hours a day I spend on academia, tweeting my passive aggressive feelings away, Facebook stalking people and other … [Read more...] about Scrolling life away
A Game of the Walking House of Cards
A look at how the perishable protagonist and admirable antagonist are creating some enticing television Photos Courtesy of movies.netflix.com, hbo.com and amctv.com I was having a conversation with a friend recently regarding what we each consider to be the best shows currently on television. He told me his thoughts — to which I clearly disagreed — and I told him mine — to … [Read more...] about A Game of the Walking House of Cards