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Why ‘Bojack Horseman’ is the most creative piece of storytelling in the streaming era

By ALEX FALTER | Apr. 20, 2022

Telling the story of a washed-up anthropomorphic equestrian actor in his mid-50’s, “BoJack Horseman” is so many shows wrapped into one.

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Greatest anime openings of all time

By JENNA QUINN , KARA ANDERSON and ALEX FALTER | Apr. 20, 2022

Whether you’re looking for a tale of crime, monsters or romance, The Spectrum’s list of compelling introductions are sure to lock you into your next anime binge.

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The best movies to watch for 4/20

By KAYLA STERNER and ALEX FALTER | Apr. 20, 2022

Here’s a list of the top six movies to throw on while you’re sparking up this Wednesday.

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‘Peacemaker’ represents an interesting turning point for DCEU

By ALEX FALTER | Feb. 23, 2022

The DC Extended Universe has seen a rejuvenation of sorts as of late. After a string of less-than-stellar films and the fallout from the departure of Zack Snyder, movies like “The Suicide Squad” and “Shazam!” have showcased the universe beginning to relax. 

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​​​​Five extraordinary movies from around the world

By ALEX FALTER | Nov. 16, 2021

The U.S. has dominated the film industry over the past century. Boasting widely-recognized talent, high-budget sequences and millions of dollars in sponsorship, Hollywood’s plethora of adventures rarely bore. 

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‘The Eternals’ is an exciting glimpse into the future of Marvel

By ALEX FALTER | Nov. 9, 2021

From the moment the opening notes of “Time” by Pink Floyd take form in the opening scene of “The Eternals,” it’s clear this is far from what Marvel fans are used to.

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UB introduces Chinese-language cinema lecture series

By ALEX FALTER | Oct. 12, 2021

Last week, UB announced that a virtual lecture series focusing on Chinese-language speaking films will kick off on Oct. 21 at 4 p.m.

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‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ provides an exciting glimpse into the future of the MCU

By ALEX FALTER | Apr. 29, 2021

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has taken a backseat since the start of the pandemic, with upcoming films like “Black Widow” and “Eternals” being pushed back more than a year so spectators might watch them in theaters. As fans await those releases, Marvel Studios has begun rolling out original series on Disney+ to hold people over between films. 

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‘Game of Thrones’ is 10 years old and still worth watching despite its flaws

By ALEX FALTER | Apr. 17, 2021

Exactly one decade ago, the world was blessed with the release of the first episode of “Game of Thrones.”

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‘Solar Opposites’ returns as the best ‘Rick and Morty’ alternative

By ALEX FALTER | Mar. 30, 2021

Since its premiere in May 2020, the Hulu-exclusive animated series “Solar Opposites” has made its mark as one of the funniest adult cartoons on television.

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HBO Max gives comic fans the film they’ve longed for with ‘Zack Snyder’s Justice League’

By ALEX FALTER | Mar. 22, 2021

From the opening scene, it becomes clear that “Zack Snyder’s Justice League” is far from the “Justice League” viewers saw in 2017.

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‘Malcolm and Marie’ delivers as one of Netflix’s best original films in years

By ALEX FALTER | Feb. 8, 2021

Netflix has saturated its platform with thousands of hours of original content over the past few years, with programming becoming more bold as time progresses. But sometimes, all we really need is something minimal.

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‘Hamilton’ star Leslie Odom Jr. discusses understanding yourself and the power of intention

By ALEXANDRA MOYEN | Oct. 17, 2020

Leslie Odom Jr. said he wasn’t “athletically inclined” as a child, even though his father put him on “every” sports team within a “10-mile radius” of their Philadelphia home. 

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‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ defies low expectations and doubts

By ANASTASIA WILDS | Feb. 16, 2020

Movie: “Sonic the Hedgehog” Director: Jeff Fowler Starring: Ben Schwartz, James Marsden, Jim Carrey Studio: Paramount Pictures Rating: 8/10