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MULTITALENTED Grae Drake, an entertainment reporter, at the Grammys. Dubbing herself a hybrid in the entertainment journalism field, she interviews celebrities, reviews movies and TV shows and covers awards shows like the Oscars for local news networks.

The untold story of a real-life storyteller

By Adrianna Bean, Staff May 15, 2024
A jack of many trades, talents and star-studded mischief, Grae Drake is an entertainment reporter, covering the latest movies and shows for various local media sites.
From L to R: Daniel Radcliffe as Harry Potter, Rupert Grint as Ronald Weasley and Emma Watson as Hermione Granger in "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone."

The best movies and TV shows to watch during fall

By Viktoriya Khanliyan, Staff Oct 13, 2023
Put on your favorite sweaters and turn on some cozy films because autumn is officially here.
The decline in movie theater attendance can be attributed to several factors, including the pandemic and the popularity of streaming services. However, watching a movie on the big screen with other fans is a unique experience that cannot be replicated at home.

The magic of movie theaters is fading. Here’s how to bring it back and save cinema culture.

By Docette Danialypour, Staff Writer Mar 23, 2023
With movie theater demand falling due to streaming services, theaters will have to step it up to get customers back.
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)

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.
Romantic and introspective movies to dodge Cupid’s arrow.

Must Watch: Best Films for Valentine’s Day

By Dashiell Dekker, Arts & Entertainment Co-Editor Feb 14, 2023
A curated list of exceptionally romantic films for February 14
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever sees the kingdom of Wakanda going head-to-head with the powerful undersea nation of Talokan over the use of vibranium by other countries.

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is a somber tribute to Chadwick Boseman

By Daimler Koch, Online Editor-in-Chief Nov 29, 2022
It can’t keep up with the original, but Wakanda Forever is still the MCU’s best hope for setting up Phase 5.
Werewolf by Night had me howling for more

Werewolf by Night had me howling for more

By Daimler Koch, Online Editor-in-Chief Oct 15, 2022
Michael Giacchino’s explosive new Marvel special is a horror film all on its own.
Parker Finn’s latest horror venture isn’t the least bit horrifying

Smile made me frown more than anything

By Dashiell Dekker, Arts & Entertainment Co-Editor Oct 9, 2022
Sosie Bacon’s performance in “Smile” offers nothing to smile about.
Same shift, different day: Clerks III review

Same shift, different day: Clerks III review

By Dashiell Dekker, Arts & Entertainment Co-Editor Sep 25, 2022
Kevin Smith’s swan song is equally somber and stupid.
The popular series has already been renewed for two more seasons.

REVIEW | “Heartstopper” pleases fans with its positive representations of LGBTQ relationships

By Emma Salehi, Staff Writer Jun 2, 2022
For your pride month viewing, the Mirror recommends this heart-warming show released on Netflix, based on the digital web-comic.

Fill Your Life With Spice | Episode 16: Unfiltered

By Andrea Parada, Podcast Staff May 22, 2022
Andrea brings Emi to share their thoughts on entertainment, online school and career paths. BYLINE: Andrea Parada
There's a message for everyone in "Butter's Final Meal"

There’s a message for everyone in “Butter’s Final Meal”

By Nathan Han, Online Editor-in-Chief Mar 3, 2022
Executive Producer Julie Bram shares why she wanted to be part of the long journey to get the film to screens.
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