Share: In a sad (but unsurprising) move, Paramount is pulling the plug on all but one of the MTV channels at the end of the year. After December 31, only MTV HD, which primarily airs reality shows, will stay on the airwaves. But for younger music fans, who are most familiar with the letters “MTV” from their appearance on the coolest Nirvana shirt, does this mean anything? On the surface, the story is the same: MTV is yet another example of a brand that just …
Swift’s new album is glitzy and glamorous but not a showstopper
Share: On October 3rd Taylor Swift released her highly anticipated 12th studio album “The Life of a Showgirl” and the reviews have been very mixed to say the least. This is her first body of work since ending the “Eras Tour” and when she had announced the album on “The New Heights” podcast back on August 13th, she had announced that Max Martin and Shellback were returning to produce the album. The two producers had previously collaborated with Swift to produce “1989” (2014) and “Reputation” …
Satoshi Kon’s debut explores identity, obsession, and the dark cost of stardom
Share: In 1997, Japanese animator Satoshi Kon directed his first film, “Perfect Blue” – a psychological thriller that has only grown more relevant since its release. The animated film follows Mima Kirigoe, a pop idol who leaves her group to become an actress. What begins as the pursuit of a dream descends into a nightmare about fame, identity, and the haunting gaze of an audience that refuses to let go. Kirigoe’s struggle is both internal and external. Her start as an actor is exploited by …
‘It’s about remembrance’: Dia de los Muertos event honors tradition and ancestry
Share: On October 23rd, students eager to learn about and embrace Dia de los Muertos filled the Circadian room as PCC Equipo welcomed them to a ‘Platica on Dia de los Muertos.’ The event was held to inform students on the importance of the holiday and what makes it unique while showcasing some of the significant traditions that go along with the event. The main focus of the event was to present to everyone in attendance what’s most important about Dia de los Muertos and …
Hope and health bloom eternal at mental health safety fair
Share: The weather was hot, but curious students still milled about, looking at the various tables that lined the quad. A balloon arch led the way to the starting table, where students could check in and get their instructions. If they visited nine tables, 3 each of different categories, they would earn a free lunch. For college students, the words “free” and “food” can be very enticing. It was a good way to bring students out to check out what services for mental and physical …
Competitors get ahead of the carve in pumpkin painting
Share: Last week, dozens of pumpkins, painting supplies, and snacks were scattered on tables around the mirror pools. Curious students formed lines, grabbing snacks, art supplies, and pumpkins before walking to tables, eager to begin decorating. “I decided to do a pumpkin patch event because we’re in October, and I feel like it fit the theme perfectly,” Savannah Robles, VP of campus activities, said. “I feel like it fits the theme perfectly, especially with side activities of candy apples for students, as well as candy …
Indy is actually a Good Boy without much horror thrill
Share: “Good Boy” was released into theaters with an interesting premise promised in trailers. The storyline featured a retriever named Indy and his owner Todd moving into a house that has been passed down from his grandpa who passed away from a supernatural disease. Overall the movie rating 3.7 was very bland compared to the trailer with very little horror scenes, instead relying on loud thrilling music and sound effects for suspense. The trailer paints an idea of a horror action film but the actual …
Battle of the brushes: PCC’s Art War was a mission success
Share: On the glorious day of October 21st, the battle of the century took place in the quad of PCC, and to make matters worse, it was a civil war. The feud began in a meeting of the art club, where members prepared for the art war by picking a team after a long discussion. The final two options were kraken vs giant squid or count chocula vs boo berry, and just when it looked to going in the kraken’s favor, an argument was proposed …
Acai and Afrobeats: Melanin Monday plants connections at PCC
Share: On October 20th, students filled the Black Student Success Center for fresh acai, also sitting down at tables littered with papers, pens, and art supplies in the quad, ready to create something that expressed who they were, or wanted to be. . Melanin Monday, a series of events that the BSSC holds, invites students of all backgrounds to come together and celebrate community. The different events allow for creativity and culture to intersect with the variety of students that may not feel otherwise seen. …
‘Legends: Z-A’ catches Pokémon players off guard in a new Mega Adventure
Share: After a 2 year hiatus, Pokemon officially returns with their brand new title “Legends Z-A”. Set in the fictional Lumiose City (inspired by France), players enroll in a tournament dubbed the Z-A Royale. There they meet new friends and catch Pokemon in areas dubbed wild zones while trying to make their way to rank A. Along the way they are caught up in a mystery involving a pokemon named Zygarde and help a detective named Emma solve the case. A big positive is character …