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The Mirror

Tony Stark’s snap has had consequences for everyone in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), and everyone in the Marvel fan base as well. The lack of direction, subpar storytelling and superhero fatigue present in the various films and shows released after “Avengers: Endgame” are some of the chief complaints to come out of Marvel fans

Can the downward trajectory of the Marvel Cinematic Universe be reversed?

Once a pop culture powerhouse, the studio’s film quality has dramatically declined since the beginning of Phase Four nearly two years ago.
By Daimler Koch, Online Editor-in-Chief Apr 14, 2023
Once a pop culture powerhouse, the studio’s film quality has dramatically declined since the beginning of Phase Four nearly two years ago.
‘How To Blow Up A Pipeline’ shows us how to make a prolific, political thriller in modern times.

“How to blow up a pipeline” is the essential Gen-Z thriller

Daniel Goldhaber’s ticking time-bomb of a thriller is one for the ages.
By Dashiell Dekker, Arts & Entertainment Co-Editor Apr 12, 2023
Daniel Goldhaber’s ticking time-bomb of a thriller is one for the ages.
Following in the footsteps of famous alumni like Marilyn Monroe, Natalie Wood, Paula Abdul, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Large sets a high bar for current and future performing arts students at Van Nuys.

Dreaming Large: Alumnus Brandon Large makes it big on Broadway

Only two years ago, he was participating in theater productions of “The Giver” and “Bring It On” at Van Nuys High School. Today, he's a Broadway sensation, showcasing his talent in popular productions such as "The Prom" and "Aladdin.".
By Katrina Gomez, Arts & Entertainment Editor Mar 28, 2023
Only two years ago, he was participating in theater productions of “The Giver” and “Bring It On” at Van Nuys High School. Today, he's a Broadway sensation, showcasing his talent in popular productions such as "The Prom" and "Aladdin.".
Urine for a treat!

Urine for a treat!

Wee can’t wait for you to watch Van Nuys’ newest musical production of Urinetown.
By Katrina Gomez, Arts & Entertainment Editor Mar 20, 2023
Wee can’t wait for you to watch Van Nuys’ newest musical production of Urinetown.
Kali Uchis in her album cover for Red Moon In Venus modeling an array of butterflies.

Kali Uchis expels divine femininity in her new album “Red Moon in Venus”

In Uchis’ third studio album, she releases a body of work that represents all levels of love, releasing people with love, drawing love into your life and self-love.
By Katrina Gomez, Arts & Entertainment Editor Mar 8, 2023
In Uchis’ third studio album, she releases a body of work that represents all levels of love, releasing people with love, drawing love into your life and self-love.
Kang the Conqueror (Jonathan Majors) unleashes his inner fury on the rebels in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania.

Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania is a waste of time and space

Marvel fails to wow us with their interdimensional madness…again
By Daimler Koch, Online Editor-in-Chief Feb 23, 2023
Marvel fails to wow us with their interdimensional madness…again
Why Disney contributes to the vast majority of box office sales and how thats ruined the movie theater experience.

How Disney keeps people in movie theaters (and why that’s a bad thing)

Why Disney contributes to the vast majority of box office sales and how it's ruined the movie theater experience.
By Dashiell Dekker, Arts & Entertainment Co-Editor Feb 22, 2023
Why Disney contributes to the vast majority of box office sales and how it's ruined the movie theater experience.
Beabadoobee sitting in the background of her grandpa’s homegrown tree

REVIEW | Beabadoobee’s new single Glue Song will be stuck in your head all year long

With Beabadoobee’s fan-favorite single release on Feb. 14 many are feeling the extra love on Cupid’s day.
By Katrina Gomez, Arts & Entertainment Editor Feb 15, 2023
With Beabadoobee’s fan-favorite single release on Feb. 14, many are feeling the extra love on Cupid’s day.
Romantic and introspective movies to dodge Cupid’s arrow.

Must Watch: Best Films for Valentine’s Day

A curated list of exceptionally romantic films for February 14
By Dashiell Dekker, Arts & Entertainment Co-Editor Feb 14, 2023
A curated list of exceptionally romantic films for February 14
How Andrzej Żuławski’s “Possession” still shocks to this day

Must watch: “Possession” controversial 80s classic

A detailed look at the polarizing film by Poland’s prized provocateur
By Dashiell Dekker, Arts & Entertainment Co-Editor Feb 3, 2023
A detailed look at the polarizing film by Poland’s prized provocateur
It might surprise most younger viewers, but the 1993 film is actually an adaptation of a 1990 novel written by Michael Crichton, an M.D. whose background helped him create the genetic aspect of Jurassic Park’s plot.

Jurassic Park is a crappy book

Everyone knows the film. But what about the book that inspired it?
By Daimler Koch, Online Editor-in-Chief Feb 2, 2023
Everyone knows the film. But what about the book that inspired it?
Wadsworth, played by Dante Damiano, reveals a chilling discovery to the strange yet colorful group of guests.

Six guests, six weapons, one dead body.

The cast and crew of Clue finished their first show of the year after difficulties in the auditorium had delayed their performance.
By Katrina Gomez and Alexis Martinez Jan 25, 2023
The cast and crew of Clue finished their first show of the year after difficulties in the auditorium had delayed their performance.
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