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Rant: Don’t Wait to Show Love

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Art by Autumn HardwickTransparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.An explosion of red, pink and white. Chalky conversation hearts. Sappy love songs playing in stores and restaurants. Valentine's Day is a celebration that excludes those not in a loving … [Read more...] about Rant: Don’t Wait to Show Love

Film Review: ‘The Map of Tiny Perfect Things’ Draws the Audience in With a Time Loop Romance

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The poster of the Amazon original film, "The Map of Tiny Perfect Things," shows Mark (Kyle Allen) and Margaret's (Kathryn Newton) hands intertwined. Both Mark and Margaret knew they are in a time loop as their day repeats over and over again.Photos courtesy of Amazon Studios“The Map of Tiny Perfect Things” tells the story of a teenager, Mark (Kyle Allen), who lives … [Read more...] about Film Review: ‘The Map of Tiny Perfect Things’ Draws the Audience in With a Time Loop Romance

Film Review: Andy Samberg Fails to Make the Audience Laugh in ‘Palm Springs’

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Photos courtesy of LimelightThe "Palm Springs" movie poster features Nyles and Sarah lying in the pool. "Palm Springs" received a nomination for the Grand Jury Prize of the Sundance Film Festival in 2020."Palm Springs" is a rom-com directed by Max Barbakow that premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January. The audience was excited to see Andy Samberg's performance, and … [Read more...] about Film Review: Andy Samberg Fails to Make the Audience Laugh in ‘Palm Springs’

Learn to Express Love

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Graphic by Nate BartonI’ll begin with a quick disclaimer: this might be a little sappy. It is February after all. Yes, I’m here to talk about Valentine’s Day. Don’t get me wrong – I do think that Valentine’s Day is a “Hallmark holiday.” It is definitely overly-commercialized and the way it is marketed and portrayed in … [Read more...] about Learn to Express Love