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A graphic showing the different celebrities who attended the 2024 Oscar's Award Ceremony. ILLUSTRATED BY JERRY WEINTRAUB/THE STATESMAN

The joyful, horrifying and toxic experience of winning an Oscar

Joshua Lee • March 19, 2024

On Sunday, March 10, television host and comedian Jimmy Kimmel hosted the 96th Academy Awards, and for an event known for its gold, sweat and tears...

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The official poster of the 2023 film "Blue Beetle." PUBLIC DOMAIN

A new era of superhero cinema: ‘Blue Beetle’ explores gentrification and superpowers

Patrick Larkin • September 11, 2023
Premiering on Aug. 18, “Blue Beetle” takes the traditional superhero genre to a new level with humor and relatable character dynamics. “Blue Beetle” provides a classic superhero narrative featuring the first live-action Latino superhero.
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A graphic showing the "Barbie" logo and silhouette. ILLUSTRATED BY BRITTNEY DIETZ/ THE STATESMAN

From perfect plastic to real world imperfections: ‘Barbie’ exposes the harsh realities of a patriarchal society

Jenna Zaza • July 29, 2023
“Barbie” is nothing short of a remarkable cinematic experience that weaves together themes of gender dynamics and the impacts of consumer capitalism.
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