Potterless: Re-experiencing the series through the novel lens of a twenty-something
Harry's story is finished, but 'Potterless' is telling the tale of a twenty-something year old dude reading Harry Potter for the first time......
Shannon Griffiths
Why is (was) nobody talking about The Matches?
You might have missed out on one of the best pop punk bands of the 2000's... The Matches may have been eclipsed by bigger name bands during the alt-renaissance of the 2000s, but there's no denying that their music is true to its roots 'til the very end....
A few moments of silence, now trending in Hollywood
In a world filled with way too much noise, auditory and otherwise, nowadays it says more to not say anything at all. The movie business started with silent films, and in recent years more movies have been getting a silent treatment all their own....
Thank you, Netflix, for doing A Series of Unfortunate Events justice
Finally, A Series of Unfortunate Events gets the dismal treatment it deserves....
Everyone has something to say about Marilyn Manson…
Marilyn Manson...love him? Hate him? Too scared to say?...
When art needs an explanation: Revisiting Aronofsky’s Mother!
I think it says a whole lot when a director has to explain what his film is trying to say; and Aronofsky certainly had something to say once the audience had enough to time to compose themselves after seeing Mother!...do we believe him?...
Everyone has something to say about the Red Hot Chili Peppers…
In my experiences, just mentioning Red Hot Chili Peppers is often enough to spark a full-on debate. I think this speaks to the fact that they're just one of those bands that you either love or hate. So, like any millennial would, I posted a status on Facebook asking my friends to tell me how they feel about them, and they sure came through....
Why does everyone always go back to The Office?
Oh look, here I go again giving my late-ass opinion about a show that's been off TV for a while! However, it's The Office and there's no such thing as a bad time to start such a miraculous journey. So what's so special about The Office, you say? Let me tell you......
The De-Evolution of YouTube?
YouTube used to be known for its wacky content, but sensationalism seems to be the new wacky. With an influx of people like Paul jockeying for fame and funds, unlike the days of old where pride and developing a sense of community drove creators, YouTube has become a network chock full of money-grubbing wannabes....
The trailer for Hereditary is here and it looks batsh*t crazy
It's not often that a movie trailer leaves me absolutely speechless, so major kudos to any preview that's capable of demanding silence; even if it's only temporary. Less than a week ago, A24 released the trailer for upcoming horror flick Hereditary and it did just that (it is possible that I muttered "What the f*ck" under my breath)....
Is Friends as great as everyone remembers it to be?
Once Netflix got ahold of all ten seasons of what seems to be regarded as the pinnacle of '90s programming, I no longer had an excuse for not investigating further. Also, I was kind of over not understanding references and wanted to see what all the hubbub was about....
The inspiring irony of The Disaster Artist
Tommy Wiseau may not have struck gold with The Room, and he certainly won't be remembered for his acting chops (the lack thereof, most likely), but The Disaster Artist affirms that his spirit and dedication have subconsciously produced a film far greater than anything he could have ever dreamed of....
Is The Good Place trying to teach us how to be better people?
The Good Place presents the topics it addresses in a way that is engaging and thought-provoking (end of the first season, hello!), and it proves that TV has the potential to at least cause us to ponder about ourselves, or even to transform us into better human beings - and that's a good thing....
From Box Office Bomb To Cult Christmas Tradition
The rise of A Christmas Story from a box office bomb to an American Christmas staple is almost a miracle in itself. But beneath the film's seemingly vanilla story lies kitschy genius that can't be nearly appreciated enough in its yearly 24 hour marathon runs....
Haters rejoice, Netflix has nixed their weirdest and most endearing show yet
The haters have spoken...well, more like Netflix has spoken. No more Miranda Sings and no more Haters Back Off, and that's a real shame because it was a truly unique show that championed the fact that it's alright for people to be their truly weird and gross selves....
The Justice League has arrived but Thor still reigns supreme
The Justice League is here (and believe me, I am here for Wonder Woman) but Thor is the true ruler of the box office. If you're trying to decide between Justice League and Thor: Ragnarok this holiday weekend, and you want the most bang for your buck, the latter will leave you feeling just dandy about spending ten bucks of your hard-earned cash and chuckling all the way home....
Do we still care about Taylor Swift?
Taylor Swift certainly has a reputation...but do we care about her newest one?...
More Than Just A Pop Culture Phase: Harry Potter Still Conjures Up Magic Even Now
While Potterheads may not have any more midnight movie screenings or Barnes and Noble book release parties to dress up for, there's no shortage of magic to be had nowadays. Whether you're consuming creative fan-made content online, traveling to Diagon Alley to see Harry's world in the flesh (don't forget to try the butterbeer!), or delving into the new and beautiful illustrated editions of the books, you're still connecting to the same story that us fans know and love so much....
Riverdale’s doom and gloom take on Archie and the crew is slaying the game
Riverdale is everything that shouldn't work together...working together in a way that is so wrong, yet oh so right. In a world where cable TV often seems like a wasteland littered with reboots and spin offs (and on occasion a totally original show), Riverdale is a uniquely original and totally welcome addition....
Tarantino: setting the standard for style and sound
In the kingdom of cinema, Quentin Tarantino has reigned for decades now as the master of soundtrack and style....
Mother!: A Misleading Monster Of A Film (But You Should Still Go See It)
Aronofsky's latest endeavor was marketed as a horror film, but it turned out to be so much more than anybody asked for or expected....
Rick and Morty: Crude, Rude…And Unapologetically Intelligent?
If you haven't seen Rick and Morty yet, you're missing out on the smartest show on TV because it seems like one of the dumbest. Time travel, organized religion, and aliens, oh boy!...
Shannon Griffiths
Recent college grad with a B.A. in English. Avid Facebooker, Instagrammer, blogger. Harry Potter superfan and overall pop culture enthusiast.