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
Wakanda Forever: A Tribute to a True Hero
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| Author: Alyssa Giaccone | Artist: Alyssa Giaccone
Chadwick Boseman made history as T’challa both on and off the screen. Black Panther broke multiple records and continues to be cherished around the world.
Icebreakers
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| Author: Faraday Diaz | Artist: Hannah Liu
With the SLC Content Committee’s newest zine being themed “Anime,” the Stargazer blog is highlighting a more recent anime you might not have heard of.
Ready or Not: Money Doesn't Fix Stupid
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| Author: Olivia Madrid | Artist: Sophia Jusino
Everyone remembers playing the classic childhood game hide and seek. I would scour the house looking for the perfect hiding spot and plop myself in whatever cabinet or underneath whatever bed. Then, I would sit silently (as silently as any child can) and hope that no one would ever find me.
Pearl Really Is a Star
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| Author: Olivia Madrid | Artist: Sophia Jusino
As the credits roll and Pearl attempts to keep up the guise of happiness as she smiles into the camera for minutes on end, all I could think was Mia Goth is a star. The prequel to X Pearl was one of the most highly anticipated horror films of 2022, and boy, did it deliver.
The Best Rom-Coms for the Valentine's Day Season
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| Author: Olivia Madrid | Artist: Olivia Madrid
Every year when Valentine’s Day rolls around, my favorite tradition is to rewatch all of the rom-coms near and dear to my heart. It fills my heart with joy just watching all these different people find love.
Let's Go On a Date
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| Author: Solymar Estrella | Artist: Hannah Liu
In the age of swiping left and right and awkward first dates, sometimes a need for something new arises.
Category: Romance
Puss in Boots: A Wish Come True
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| Author: Olivia Madrid | Artist: Alyssa Giaccone
Puss in Boots has significantly grown from his small beginnings as a side character introduced during Shrek 2. Now with his own trilogy, we have seen many different iterations of him, but the best by far is in his newest film, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish.
The White Lotus: Travelers Resort to Hedonism
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| Author: Jasmine Hur | Artist: Solymar Estrella
The White Lotus Resort returns to television, perched above the Sicilian water in the lush, mountainous commune of Taormina. The hotel brims with opulence and Italian art, boasting a panoramic view of Mount Etna.
Phantom Thread: Distant Love, Burning Desire, the New Year's Eve Scene
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| Author: Ethan Elkins | Artist: Solymar Estrella
“I think it's the expectations and assumptions of others that cause heartache,” says Reynolds Woodcock (Daniel Day-Lewis), the center of Paul Thomas Anderson’s 2017, six-time Academy Award-nominated masterwork, Phantom Thread.
Category: Romance
Just Dance: Dance Night
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| Author: Sarah Moloney | Artist: Sophia Jusino
Dance along to Rasputin and more during our Just Dance dance night! Think you have what it takes to be the ultimate dancing star? Put yourself to the test in a night of fun and rhythm!
Tár: Despicable, Admirable, Layered
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| Author: Judah Bachmann | Artist: Judah Bachmann
Tár has had the internet in a frenzy since its release a little over three months ago. The minutiae of the film leave much to be dissected, which has led to a deep division in viewers' opinions.
Category: Film
Falling for Christmas: Every Holiday Trope Lover’s Dream
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| Author: Olivia Madrid | Artist: Olivia Madrid
With the Thanksgiving season over and the holiday season arriving, nothing beats cozying up to a cheesy Christmas movie with a cup of hot chocolate and a cozy blanket. Now there are plenty of movies to choose from, with more and more being released every year.
House of the Dragon: A Fresh Journey Back To Westeros
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| Author: Sudarshan Sindhuvalli | Artist: Hannah Liu
I still remember the night of May 19, 2019. Sitting in my living room, as I awaited the grand finale of what had been the greatest show I had ever seen, Game of Thrones. A show with so much complexity, grandeur, and heart that had amassed millions of fans in its 8 season run.
Do Worry Darling: Dangers of Men in Online Extremist Groups
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| Author: Shawntia Nicholson | Artist: Sophia Jusino
Whether you are a die-hard Harry Styles fan or not, many viewers of Don’t Worry Darling were shocked by the reveal of his character, Jack Chamber’s actual appearance.
What Does it Take to be Considered a Christmas Movie?
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| Author: Daly Mann | Artist: Alyssa Giaccone
Ah, December. The one month a year where there’s nothing better than putting on your fuzziest socks and grabbing a steaming cup of hot chocolate to settle in on the couch for a classic Christmas movie.
