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"As someone studying and working in journalism, I could understand the morbid curiosity behind Jessie’s eyes as she found herself capturing moments of conflict. The film does a good job of balancing her eager excitement with Dunst’s character's anxiety and trepidation." - Photo via Maryella Gallardo.

The thin line between fact & fiction: “Civil War” chronicles journalists amidst conflict

Isaac Linsk April 24, 2024

Known for his striking visuals and for exploring themes like grief or AI in previous films like Annihilation or Ex-Machina, Alex Garland has decided to tackle American Culture in his latest historical-fiction...

"The Ghostbusters are going to need a lot more help to vanquish this new ancient evil once and for all, but where will they find reinforcements who know how to fight ghosts?" - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Chilling adventures await in “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” – The Spengler Family returns

Brendan Cohen April 4, 2024

Something strange has returned to the neighborhood, and everyone’s favorite ghost fighters and heroes are back in a brand-new movie! Celebrating 40 years of the “Ghostbusters” franchise, Sony Studios...

"With a runtime of one hour and 34 minutes, “Kung Fu Panda 4” is fast-paced from the start which causes it to become rushed near the end." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Critics clash over “Kung Fu Panda 4″: Is the franchise losing its punch?

Sarah Shockey March 20, 2024

The anticipated fourth installment to the Kung Fu Panda franchise released in theaters on March 8. Starring Jack Black as the dragon warrior Po, “Kung Fu Panda 4” follows his reluctant journey to...

"Director Melanie Stewart explains the play as being very “meta” which in theater has to do with the creation of a production and the “bones” behind a dramatic show." -Contributor / Gillian Kenney

Rowan’s “Monster: A Frankenstein Play” turns Tohill Theater into a realm of experimentation

Madison Miller February 28, 2024

Rowan students who came out to see “Monster: A Frankenstein Play” at the Tohill Theater, which ran over the weekend from Feb. 22-25, may have been expecting to see a unique take on the classic tale....

"'Madame Web' was a superhero movie with no superheroes, truly one of a kind. Besides the fact that Cassie has no physical advantages, the three girls didn’t have any of their powers yet so as one can imagine, the fight scenes were complete crap." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Web of disappointment: Why “Madame Web” takes the crown as the worst Sonyverse film

Sarah Shockey February 21, 2024

If you’ve ever seen those users on TikTok making videos eating certain foods or using a product saying “I tried this so you don’t have to," this review is essentially the same thing. I watched “Madame...

"One, Oliver, has fallen into an obsessive love for Felix. Or two, that he is extremely envious of him. The lines between love and resentment become deeply blurred, leaving the audience with quite the confusion, and it’s important to note that the distinction is never really made clear in the film." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Breaking down the dark twists of “Saltburn”: A rollercoaster of obsession & deceit

Sophia Fandino February 21, 2024

Since its release on Nov. 17, 2023, “Saltburn” has quite literally broken the internet, and for good reason. Since then, the film has already been nominated for “Best Picture” at the Critics Choice...

"Cruz wanted to remain involved in sports going into college but it became a struggle during his first semester. He originally thought he wanted to become an athletic trainer. After his first semester went poorly, Cruz decided to switch to Sports CaM and he benefited from that tremendously." - Photo via Zion Cruz.

How Zion Cruz found his niche in sports content creation

Dylan Francis February 21, 2024

Zion Cruz is a 21-year-old junior majoring in sports communication and media (Sports CaM) with a concentration in radio, television, and film (RTF). Cruz does a lot of different things regarding his content....

"Some advice that Correia-Fisher has for future students who want to get into TV production is to make connections, be kind to everyone, try new things, and don’t be afraid to go outside your comfort zone." - Photo via Correia-Fisher's Instagram.

Balancing Act: Senior RTF major Holden Correia-Fisher’s passion for TV production

Dylan Francis February 7, 2024

Holden Correia-Fisher is a senior radio, television, and film (RTF) major at Rowan University. He got his start in the RTF field in high school which sprouted his desire for the TV industry. “I...

"Auditions were held in Bozorth Hall room 118. West was looking to cast five different parts for the film. These roles include the older brother Angelo and his younger sister Leonetta, who are at the heart of the story." - Photo via Adobe Stock

Rowan Cinema Workshop kicks off spring productions with auditions for “Stella Cadente”

Sean Walker January 31, 2024

This past weekend, on Jan. 27 and 28, Rowan Cinema Workshop held auditions for the first of their four upcoming spring productions, Stella Cadente. The film is set to start shooting on Feb. 18 and wrap...

"In 2021, Brand produced an audio-only documentary about Kuromiya, and now he has decided he wants to create something with a visual component. This will be Brand's first feature-length film." - Contributor / Timothy Hawk

Rowan professor Keith Brand secures $300,000 grant for documentary on civil rights advocate Kiyoshi Kuromiya

Grace Reed November 15, 2023

Keith Brand, a professor in the radio, television, and film department at Rowan is working on a documentary that was just awarded a $300,000 grant from the Pew Center of Arts and Heritage. A Philadelphia...

"Some men have made claims that Barbie is an 'anti-man' or 'man-hating' film that dehumanizes or even 'emasculates' its male characters, particularly Gosling's character Ken. - Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

Harmon: How “Barbie” can teach its male viewers that they are “Kenough”

Al Harmon September 13, 2023

We dressed in pink during the month of July. When the "Barbie" movie eventually opened in theaters on July 21st, women and girls all around the country swept the internet and theaters by storm. It was...

The 9th annual RTF Media Fest was held on March 31 and April 1. - Photo via The Department of Radio, TV, Film

9th annual RTF Media Fest celebrates student projects

Lee Kotzen April 5, 2023

Wedged somewhere between the glitz and glam of the Golden Globes and the modesty of a high school talent show sits the RTF Media Fest, which took place on Friday, March 31, in Bozorth Hall. The award...

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