Author: Ishita Chatterjee

Wes Anderson’s films are the very epitome of what’s called Arthouse. From Fantastic Mr. Fox to Isle of Dogs and more, the director has explored various themes in his films. His latest offering, Asteroid City, does that and then some more. In fact, this film reads like a literary text that’s knee-deep and full of carefully explored themes. It’s wonderfully meta and definitely at least partly inspired by the Covid-19 pandemic. The film is a visual treat and full of a stacked cast with actors like Scarlett Johansson, Bryan Cranston, Tom Hanks, Steve Carell, Jeffrey Wright, Willem Dafoe, Tilda Swinton,…

The 2023 NBA drafts are over. But it’s also not. Fifty-eight basketball players have found their teams and will play in the playoffs. But not everyone has been that lucky. There’s still plenty of talent waiting on the sidelines to be scooped up by major teams. Yes, there are a few ways major NBA teams can widen their bench, and one of them is through the Two-Way contract. The Two-Way contract was pretty recently made. It was only created in 2017 by the association. While its rules are pretty straightforward, they have undergone a few changes during the Covid years…

There are few pure martial artist stars in Hollywood right now, and one of them is Jet Li. Sometimes confused with the late Bruce Lee, the naturalized Singaporean citizen blew people away with his martial arts stunts. Li began learning Wushu at a young age and became the national champion at 12. He also retained his title from 1975 to 1979. Born on 26 April 1963 in China, his martial arts career ended due to a knee injury. However, his fame didn’t stop there. He came to Hollywood and wrote his own destiny. He has appeared in films like The…

Joe Exotic lives up to his name in every way possible. The man became an international sensation after Netflix’s Tiger King was released in 2020. His wacky long blonde hairstyle, colorful clothes, and of course, his beloved Tigers drew in audiences. Not to mention the fact that he was openly gay and loved guns added another dimension to him. In the eyes of many, he was more of an interesting character than a real-life person. But every character needs an interesting rivalry or obstacle to make them truly remarkable in the eyes of the audience. For Joe Exotic or Joseph…

From 1865 to 2023, we have come a long way. There are still ways to go, but more than 150 years have passed since the country’s second Independence Day. Today, it’s one of the most significant anniversaries celebrated in the nation. From parades to parties and educational tours to family gatherings, Juneteenth is celebrated in multiple ways. However, it’s important to remember how it began- Union Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger arrived at Galveston on June 19, 1865, and delivered the news that brought cheers to all enslaved. The civil war was over, President Abraham Lincoln had signed the Emancipation Proclamation,…

The gun debate has been ramping up for years now. As a result of the school shootings happening all over the country, many people have called for banning guns or at least asked for stricter regulations. Now, another incident in Montana has rattled everyone and is already contributing to the gun ban discussion. The Internal Revenue System (IRS) investigated a gun dealer, which sparked online debates. However, what has ignited the discussions is not just the raid but the fact that the IRS troops raided a store and confiscated 13 years’ worth of 4473 forms from the owner, Tom Van…

The Kardashian-Jenners know how to do one thing perfectly- put on a show. The family, best known for the Keeping Up With The Kardashians series and a bunch of entrepreneurial operations, are the premiere socialites of the country. Every family pregnancy has been announced with some amount of panache, and Kourtney Kardashian’s latest one was too. Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker are already parents to 6 children between them. Travis has three kids with ex Shanna Moakler- Alabama, 17; Landon, 19; and Atiana, 24 (his stepdaughter). On the other hand, Kourtney has three children with ex-Scott Disick- Penelope Scotland, 10;…

Murders and murderers are confounding to many, and the cases they are involved in are even more so. After all, the rise of Crime Podcasts can be attributed to the urge everyone has to play detectives and find out how a murder happened and who did it. In the case of YMV Melly, the general audience and his fans are trying to determine just that. Did YNW Melly, aka Jamell Demons, actually kill his childhood best friends and YNW crew members? Anthony “Sakchaser” Williams, Christopher “Juvy” Thomas Jr., and Jamell Demons were part of the YNW crew. On Oct. 26,…

What’s your favorite band? Nirvana? Beetles? One Direction? If you are into K-pop, your answer could be BTS or BLACKPINK. Yes, there are plenty of other successful groups. But it’s undeniable that these two groups emerging out of South Korea have the most extensive global footprint. Fans of these groups are dedicated to supporting them. From buying albums of the groups or their individual band members to collecting merchandise as well as attending concerts, the fanbase is all in on supporting them. But what do they feel when they know one member has decided to part ways? That’s the worst…

Black Mirror is back on Netflix with its sixth season, and it is doing its job of holding up a mirror (pun intended) to our increasingly tech-dystopian society. The show has always explored various genres and connected them to the rise of technological advancements that stunt human growth. The show, in its essence, is a cautionary tale, and this time it has brought another meta and exciting story- ‘Joan is Awful.’ Season 6 of Black Mirror begins with the episode ‘Joan Is Awful,’ and it’s one of the most meta episodes the acclaimed show has ever done. We meet Annie…

The Flash is DC and WBD’s latest theatrical offering. The Ezra Miller-led and Andy Muschietti-directed film will be released soon in theaters, and hype for the film is high. After all, the trailers have revealed the presence of two Barry Allens/ Flashs, one Supergirl, a faceless Superman, and two Batmen. The first trailer showed that apart from Michael Keaton’s Batman, Ben Affleck’s dark knight would also appear. However, since then, multiple rumors and speculations have confirmed the presence of another Batman, although his version is less acclaimed than the other two- George Clooney’s Batman. It’s confirmed that Clooney’s dark knight,…

Classroom of the Elite is an exciting, multi-faceted series widely praised for its attention to detail and compelling plot. Examining issues such as social inequality, corruption in education and ultimately teaching readers valuable life lessons. Classroom of the Elite has undoubtedly built its reputation as one of the most relevant anime titles in recent years, with strong writing, robust characterization, and a subtle message that education should be equally accessible to all, regardless of status or affluence. Classroom of the Elite is a show worth watching for those who appreciate thought-provoking entertainment. Season 2 of the anime didn’t finish so…