(Photo courtesy of IMDb) “M3GAN” will surprise fans of similar stories with a fresh spin on the concept that is sure to keep people on their toes. Valentina Munoz Roa Connector Contributor The sci-fi, horror “M3GAN” has taken the media by storm. Anyone with social media, a phone or even a TV has undoubtedly seen…
Dive into “Infinity Pool” and emerge changed
(Photo courtesy of IMDb) “Infinity Pool” offers a solid, thrilling experience, while not ever fully reaching its true potential Troy Lafond Connector Editor The name “Cronenberg” appearing as the director of any movie is a reason to either pay attention or turn away. Brandon Cronenberg, son of director David Cronenberg, is the director of “Infinity…
2023’s most anticipated films
(Photo courtesy of CNN) “Barbie” is a hotly anticipated movie hitting theaters July 21st. Alison Parker Connector Contributor With the recent announcement of the 95th Academy Award nominees for films released in 2022, moviegoers are already anticipating all of the new films set to release in 2023. While there will be hundreds of films hitting the…
A look back ahead of “Honor Among Thieves”
(Photo courtesy of GameSpot) The fate of “Honor Among Thieves” will be decided when it hits theaters in late March. Riley Fontana Connector Editor After facing multiple controversies as of late, Wizards of the Coast is looking to bounce back with their upcoming movie, “Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Amongst Thieves.” Set to release March 31st,…
The look inside the Oscar nominations
(Photo courtesy of: Variety ) Many of the years top movies made the but, but who will take home the trophy? Troy Lafond Connector Editor The nominations for the annual Oscars ceremony were announced on Tuesday, January 24. Leading the pack in nominations was A24’s critically acclaimed and biggest commercial hit to date, “Everything Everywhere…
Wizards of the cost-goodberrys given to fans
(Photo courtesy of: Wizards of the Coast) The art of the source books has brought in many fans, only to be turned away by the price tag. Riley Fontana Connector Editor On the 5th of January, Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast, the companies overseeing “Dungeons and Dragons” and “Magic the Gathering,” fell into hot…
The biggest mystery of “Velma” is how it managed to be so bad
(Photo courtesy of The Boston Globe) “Velma” has strewn so far from the source material it is almost unrecognizable. Troy Lafond Connector Editor A few of the hallmarks of recent entertainment media include a constant barrage of remakes and recreations of classic IPs, maturing classic IPs for older audiences, meta fourth-wall breaking comedy and a…
UMass Lowell professors launch new book
(Photo courtesy of Lowell Sun) “Professor Allyssa McCabe (left) and Professor Minjeong Kim (right) standing with their new book “Perspectives on East and Southeast Asian Folktales.”” Steven O’Hara Connector Editor January 24 marks the successful launch of “Perspectives on East and Southeast Asian Folktales,” edited by UMass Lowell’s very own Professor Minjeong Kim and Professor…
