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‘Saturday Night’: The not so humble beginnings of SNL

Elizabeth Block, Junior Editor November 25, 2024

Starting in 1975 and being a successful show ever since, this year marks the 50th anniversary of Saturday Night Live. In recognition of their fifty years of production, the movie Saturday Night brings...

Beacon’s Guide to College

Elizabeth Block, Contributor October 23, 2024

The Ohio State University: There are few schools that ooze school spirit, but this is one of them. Simply turn on the television during a football game and you’ll see. Students and alums alike paint...

Bob Marley: One Love movie review

Bob Marley: One Love movie review

Elizabeth Block, Contributor March 29, 2024

Jamaican artist Bob Marley was a cultural icon in the 1970s whose music and message brought people together by advocating for world peace. Bob Marley: One Love, the latter half of the title coming from...

The Marvels Review: Was the sequel to Captain Marvel good?

Elizabeth Block, Contributor March 2, 2024

Despite many claims Marvel has lost its touch, the most recent addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe - The Marvels - is a brilliant film much deserving of a watch. The Marvels follows Carol Danvers...

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