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Pan’s Labyrinth: A Rorschach Test

Ambiguous stories can be as infuriating as they are fun to discuss. Weeks after watching Pan’s Labyrinth, I was looking for answers and debating with my friend about the faun, the ending, and anything that seemed unresolved.

Four Podcast Recommendations for Beginners

In the ongoing age of memes, streaming, and viral videos, the vacuum of available content can often be overwhelming.

Oscar-Winning Soul is an Instant Classic That Brings Pixar Animation Studios Back Into the Limelight

With Disney having so many successful studios under its control, like Marvel and Star Wars, I feel as though older studios like Pixar can become slightly overshadowed at times.

Margot Robbie and The Studio Behind Promising Young Woman

When you think of powerful cinematic icons from the past few years, Margot Robbie is sure to make the list.

Hip-Hop’s “Middle Child” Delivers Something For All Rap Fans

Jermaine Cole, more commonly known by “J. Cole,” is one of the most underrated rappers of his generation. While considered one of the “big three” of the new era of rap (with Drake and Kendrick Lamar), he is often discredited and underappreciated by many rap fans.

Wandavision and FATWS Show That Phase 4 Could Be the Best of the Entire MCU

We are currently experiencing one of the greatest eras of superhero media of all time. As a massive superhero fan myself, I am thrilled to see such a wide variety of superhero content gaining notoriety in mainstream media.

How to Make Venezuelan Arepas: As Seen on Jane the Virgin

I never expected to see my favorite dish – an arepa of all things – appear on television. The moment Alba, Jane’s grandmother in Jane the Virgin, pulled out an arepa, I felt a spotlight on my former country and my culture.

Rising Stars Interview Series: Anthony Smith

Rising Stars is The Stargazer’s interview series where we sit down with young creatives to discuss their projects, inspirations, and goals.

Ziwe: Make It Pink

Though comedian, actress, writer, and musician, Ziwe Fumudoh, has been a mainstay of the digital entertainment space for several years, she rocketed to popularity in the summer of 2020 with her Instagram Live interview series, which featured controversial internet personalities such as Caroline C

Godzilla vs Kong: a Monster Showdown for the Ages

Of all of the films that Warner Brothers announced they would release both in theaters on streaming services in 2021, Godzilla vs. Kong was one of the most highly anticipated.

Rising Stars Interview Series: Matthew Manyak

Rising Stars is The Stargazer’s interview series where we sit down with young creatives to discuss their projects, inspirations, and goals.

What’s In Our Orbit? No. 4

Writers and artists at The Stargazer love entertainment media, so we go through a lot of it. Want to know what we’ve been watching/reading/playing recently? Interested in what we have to say about it? Check out What’s in Our Orbit.

MOVIES

Alien (1979)

Did DC Films Redeem Justice League with the Snyder Cut?

When I first heard that Zack Snyder would be getting a second chance at directing Justice League, I was hesitant, but I was also looking forward to seeing what the new version of the film would deliver.

Shark Facts

Unfortunately, mainly due to human activity, many species of shark are considered endangered. This is partly due to things like overfishing or habitat destruction, but fear also plays a large role in the ongoing hunting of sharks that is causing their numbers to dwindle.

Rising Stars Interview Series: Ashley James

Rising Stars is The Stargazer’s interview series where we sit down with young entertainment professional to discuss their projects, inspirations, and goals.