The Stargazer is a student-led entertainment platform that gives students the opportunity to write, review, and publish online articles covering movies, games, and entertainment news relevant to them and the ASLC. It provides hands-on experience in content creation and writing, while also serving as a unique outlet to showcase ASLC events beyond traditional social media channels.
The Stargazer
Harley Quinn Series Asks Batman Adaptations: Why So Serious?
I’ll admit it; I have Harley Quinn fatigue. Honestly, I never liked her to begin with. I thought she was weird in Batman: The Animated Series. I don’t know what made her interesting in Suicide Squad.
Your Guide To Next-Gen Game Consoles
November is almost upon us and the next generation of consoles is coming soon. This is an exciting time for gamers, but a combination of more console options than ever before and an unprecedented pandemic can make it difficult to decide which one to buy.
The Nightmare Before Christmas: The Modern Age of Stop-Motion
The Nightmare Before Christmas is a beloved and monumental film. Usually preceded by “Tim Burton’s” on logos and packaging, it most certainly is a product of the artist – from the art style to the premise itself – but it is not a project he directed.
The Most Recognized Yet Most Mysterious Tango
Promoting Wellness through Feel Good Movies
One of my favorite books is about a bookstore owner in Paris who calls himself a literary apothecary. He has the unique talent of recognizing what his customers’ hardships are and prescribing a book to ease their troubles.
Slither.io. Why not?
At the end of 2016, only two games made the top ten global searches in Google. The first was Pokémon Go and the second was Slither.io.
14 Games by Black Developers
Female Agency in John Hughes’ Films
Coming-of-age movies have always been my favorite genre of film; not only did they showcase the tumultuous and relatable moments of teenage life, they provided me with the comfort that everyone faced struggles during their formative years.
Why Audiences Are Still Drawn to Judd Apatow’s Films
Judd Apatow is one of the most unique voices in 21st century comedy filmmaking. With an entertainment career spanning three decades, Apatow has been a long-standing figure in comedy on both television and particularly film.
Have You Heard of Ice Scream?
In the list of trending video game livestreams on YouTube, after PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, Minecraft, and Fortnite, there is an indie game with a humble seven thousand viewers.
23 Games to Play Online with Friends!
Quarantine would have been a lot harder without Wi-Fi. Imagine playing Charades in Morse code, or sending your buddies a messenger pigeon with a tic-tac-toe table.
The Yellow Wallpaper in Rosemary's Baby
To some people, Rosemary’s Baby is a timeless, eerie classic that deserves to be shared. To others, it may just be that strange movie that Blair and Dan watched together over the phone in Gossip Girl.
GTA V Is that Crazy Uncle Who Will Outlive Us All
I cannot believe I am writing about Grand Theft Auto V seven years after it was released. The game’s popularity became very clear when it was available for free in 2020. From May 14 to 21 anyone could claim GTA V for free at the Epic Games Store.
What is Happening with the Last of Us Part Two?
Leaks. Leaks everywhere. If you’re interested in the details of this scandal, but haven’t read much in order to avoid spoilers, then you’ve come to the right place.
Totoro, Where Were You?
Japanese filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda has the captivating ability to leave audiences wanting more. It was only normal then, after watching Shoplifters on Hulu, I turned to Nobody Knows. But what does this have to do with Totoro?