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The worst in entertainment of 2021
Sometimes it's satisfying to look back on our worst moments too. Here's everything we want to forget was mainstream in 2021.
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'Spider-Man: No Way Home': Marvel's final offering of 2021 slings quite the web
Check out why cops and courts reporter Wajeeha Kamal deemed "Spider-Man: No Way Home" a "perfect movie" (spoiler alert!).
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Hollywood goes green: Astronomy department discusses film 'Don't Look Up'
Michigan State University's Astronomy Department gets a shoutout in the new Netflix film featuring Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawerence.
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From real life to on set: The story of filming 'King Richard'
“I think it was amazing to see the family atmosphere on the set and how much Demi and Saniyya really acted like Serena and I, even when the camera was rolling, like holding hands and it was so sweet,” Venus Williams said. “They really understood our family and portrayed us in a way that was really us, and I’m very proud of that.”
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'King Richard': A heartwarming film that even non-tennis fans will enjoy
"From familial love to the emotional triumphs and defeats in the tennis world, 'King Richard' is sure to bring a smile to your face and maybe even some tears to your eyes," Culture reporter Mariam Hanna writes about the new movie starring Will Smith.
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'Dune': A sensational experience that breaks dimensional confines of space, matter
Culture reporter Mariam Hanna explains why she thinks "Dune” is destined to be a "top movie of the year."
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12 Nights of Halloween: A movie guide to put you in a spooky mood
From nostalgic classics to paranormal horrors all the movies you need up until Halloween.
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Zendaya and Timothée Chalamet talk about their new film 'Dune'
“Dune” is set to be released on Friday, Oct. 22. The film was adapted from a science fiction novel published in 1965 and is directed by Denis Villeneuve.
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OPINION: The 73rd Emmy Awards, and why they sucked
Cops and courts reporter Wajeeha Kamal debriefs the 73rd Emmy Awards: which shows deserved to win, and which ones didn't?
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How streaming has caused a shift in the film industry
As streaming services gain popularity, professors and students weigh in on the effect it has caused to the film industry.
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"In The Heights" to release on HBO Max June 10
Warner Bros. put on a college press roundtable with Lin-Manuel Miranda (starred and produced), Quiara Alegría Hudes (screenplay) and numerous cast members who all gave insight to various aspects of the film on May 24.
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‘Godzilla vs. Kong’ review: action-packed monster fun
"Forget Team Edward or Team Jacob — the question that should be on everyone’s minds is whether you’re Team Godzilla or Team Kong."
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MSU professors discuss Asian American representation in entertainment
Given the recent rise in violence against the AAPi community, questions are being raised as to how the Asian community is represented in American entertainment today.
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'Zack Snyder's Justice League': A comic lover's review
A review of "Zack Snyder's Justice League" from the perspective of a DC comic books lover.
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My predictions for 78th Golden Globe Awards ceremony
"At last, what I have been waiting for has finally arrived — award show season." State News staffer and entertainment reporter Griffin Wiles shares his predictions on which movies and actors will take home the 78th Golden Globe.
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MSU students react to Zack Snyder’s 'Justice League' trailer
“When I first heard he was going to be in it, I was disappointed because I did not like Jared Leto’s Joker,” media and information senior Jake Fishkind said. “But, seeing this updated version, seeing those couple of seconds with him has got me a little bit excited for him.”
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A single's guide to surviving Valentine's Day — part 2
Yes, the day is here, but don't worry. We're back too to share some more tips! So, take a deep breath and we’ll tell all you beautiful, amazing singles how to live your best life on the day you’ve been least looking forward to.
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Judas and the Black Messiah: an educational portrayal of the Black Panther Party
The film, which details the events leading up to the assassination of Black Panther Party Chairman Fred Hampton, provides a historical look into the Panthers looking to correct the record on the party’s reputation.
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MSU alumna's script set to premiere as a Lifetime movie, recalls her time in EL
“There’s something about, for me, fall and the town of East Lansing,” Rahn said. “In my mind, it’s the backdrop for this movie because it’s a college town, it's super exciting, it's filled with people planning these bright futures.”
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MSU's scenes in 'Batman v Superman' revealed
The new trailer for the Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice movie featured a brief shot of the exterior of Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum during the 2:34 to 2:36 minute marks.