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The third season of You is available to stream on Netflix.

Entertainment Rundown

Kristin Bergmann, Jaiden Quiroz, and Cassidy Lovell December 3, 2021

Kristin Bergmann  Movie: Spencer Released on Nov. 5, Spencer follows the story of Princess Diana’s struggles with her family, a pending divorce, and her mental health. Kristen Stewart portrays Princess Diana does an impeccable job at conveying Diana’s deep feelings of depression and despair....

Eternals introduces a new set of characters to the ever-growing Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Eternals sets up a new beginning in the Marvel Universe

Tania Ortiz, Editor-in-Chief December 3, 2021

This review may contain spoilers. The Marvel Universe is continually expanding, introducing new characters in Disney+ shows, ushering in Shang Chi, and now presenting the Eternals. The latest film from Marvel Studios, Eternals, introduces a new team that existed long before the Avengers. The movie...

Five Thanksgiving shows and films to watch

Five Thanksgiving shows and films to watch

Sayna Nassertorabi, Staff Writer December 3, 2021

With Thanksgiving coming up, many people are trying to make this year’s festivities extra special by going back to celebrating the holiday  the pre-pandemic way. Those looking for entertainment this Thanksgiving have more options than one would think. Here are five films and TV shows to enjoy this...

CSUSM alumni discuss the process of translating  world literature.

 CSUSM alumni share the process of translating world literature  

Nijat Mamtimen, Staff Writer December 3, 2021

The CSUSM Literature and Writing Department hosted an Alumni Reading event as part of their Community and World Literary Series on Nov. 18 via Zoom.    The special guests were Erica Wahlgren, Elizabeth Masters and Thomas Bricke, who explained their translation process of Hans Falada’ s fiction The...

Yolk is the first novel from Mary H.K. Choi.

Entertainment Rundown 11/10

Jaelyn Decena, Cassidy Lovell, and Tania Ortiz November 10, 2021

Book: Yolk by Jaelyn Decena On Mar. 1,  Mary H.K. Choi released her first novel titled Yolk. The novel follows the story of two Korean-American sisters who are nothing alike: Jayne and June Baek. Jayne feels as though June has never understood what it meant to work hard and earn what she wants;...

Maid is a touching series about a single-mother going through the trials and tribulations of life.

Netflix’s original series Maid looks into familial complications

Sayna Nassertorabi, Staff Writer November 10, 2021

This review contains spoilers. Many people have been talking about newly-released series on Netflix. One of those series that have been on the top ten list for a while now is Maid. Maid is a limited-series released on Oct. 1. The series follows Alex, a young woman who escapes her abusive boyfriend...

Dr. Sanchez-Diaz shared the importance of sharing one's story at the latest Arts & Lectures event.

CSUSM Arts and Lectures Series Presents: Tell Them Where You’re From: Teaching Our Lives/Stories with Dr. Irene Sanchez-Diaz

Jaiden Quiroz, Staff Writer November 10, 2021

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the CSUSM community has made numerous efforts to incorporate more events that focus on social justice, community engagement and healing through virtual programs. These events have  recognized students and staff that have gone above and beyond to make sure that our campus...

“Edith!” is available on Apple Podcasts.

Entertainment Rundown

Kinsey Canez, Cassidy Lovell, and Jaelyn Decena November 2, 2021

Podcast: “Edith!” by Kinsey Canez President Woodrow Wilson suffered a stroke in 1919, leaving some to believe that his wife, Edith Wilson, took over Presidential responsibilities that once came across his desk. “Edith!,” a historical fiction podcast sprinkled with satire and a star-studded...

ASI opens applications for student art exhibition

ASI opens applications for student art exhibition

Tania Ortiz, Editor-in-Chief November 2, 2021

In 2019, CSUSM’s Associated Students Inc. (ASI) started an art initiative to showcase the art students created in the University Student Union. After becoming a huge success, ASI has decided to continue with the initiative. This year’s theme will have student-artists to focus on the eight dimensions...

Midsommar was directed by Ari Aster and released in 2019.

5 shows and films to watch this Halloween

Jaelyn Decena, Arts & Entertainment Editor November 2, 2021

October is the time for haunts and scares. From slasher films, to the paranormal, to downright unsettling, here are five films and shows to get you in the Halloween spirit: Midsommar: A film by the production company A24, known to make very unsettling and strange films, follows the story of Dani,...

Back 4 Blood is a fresh take on apocalyptic video games.

Back 4 Blood is a fresh take on first-person apocalyptic games

Cassidy Lovell, Staff Writer November 2, 2021

Back 4 Blood, a popular new first-person shooter, was released Oct. 12. The game was developed by Turtle Rock Studios, who is also behind the original Left 4 Dead game and is published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. The game takes place in post-apocalyptic Pennsylvania, where non-infected...

Squid Game was released on Netflix on Sept. 17.

Review: Squid Game makes comments on monetary ambitions

Marbella Ramirez, News Editor October 26, 2021

This review is spoiler free. Squid Game is a South Korean drama series produced by Netflix that has recently taken the world by storm. It is featured on Netflix’s Top 10 in multiple countries and is trending on social media as the topic of memes, analyses and theories. Starring Lee Jung-jae as...

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