Over the weekend, my partner and I had the amazing opportunity to participate in a learn-to-play beta-test event for the new Dragon Ball Super Trading Card Game (DBSCG) series “Fusion World.” Hosted by Dragon Eye Gaming (DEG) at the Paramus Park Mall, we were given demo decks of 30 cards […]
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New brilliant film transports viewers to ‘The Promised Land’
Things rarely turn out the way we want them, and even less so for our protagonist, Ludvig Kahlen, played by Mads Mikkelsen, in the new film “The Promised Land.” The brazenly stoic war hero, now an impoverished farmer, comes home to cultivate the vacant, sterile and unkind heath, otherwise known […]
Disney’s new Percy Jackson series has stolen viewers’ hearts
After it was pitched to Disney by book series author Rick Riordan in January of 2020, the children’s series “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” began development later that year in May. Jonathan E. Steinberg and Dan Shotz were announced to be the showrunners for the series in July of the […]
‘Poor Things’ tops this winter’s box office recap
My favorite place to spend my free time is the movie theater. Over winter break, a few movies were released that I just knew I had to see. From comedy movies like “Wonka” to heart-wrenching dramas like “The Iron Claw,” here are the movies I saw and what they were […]
‘Godzilla: Minus One’ takes the franchise to a new level
Believe it or not, “Godzilla: Minus One” does not contain a single shot with its titular giant monster in frame during its entire length. However, I was far from disappointed. Everyone in that packed opening night theater was crying and applauding when the credits rolled, and one fact stood out […]
Spice up holiday food staples with these suggestions
If you plan on entertaining during this holiday season, consider making it memorable by spicing up what you serve. Holiday staples like the Christmas ham and Hanukkah latkes can be enhanced by pairing them with new dishes. Here are a few tips for finding a special addition to the menu. […]
Joaquin Phoenix drops the ball as Napoleon in new movie
Ridley Scott’s 2000 film “Gladiator” is one of my top five favorite films. “The Blade Runner,” “Alien” and “The Martian” are amongst his most notable works, and recently he released “Napoleon.” Oscar winner Joaquin Phoenix stars as the famed military commander and former emperor of France, while Vanessa Kirby shines […]
Beyoncé’s ‘Renaissance’ movie shows behind the scenes of touring
Beyoncé is my favorite artist of all time. For as long as I can remember, I have been in love with her music. Her first album “Dangerously in Love” debuted in 2003, the year I was born, so I was quite literally born a Beyoncé Knowles fan! In July of […]
Holiday gift ideas for shoppers on a budget
The holiday season is approaching fast, and by now I’m sure plenty of people are rushing to figure out what gifts they want to give to their families. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah or any other holiday, this could be a trying experience, especially when you’re a college student running […]
Peter Gabriel’s new album redefines rock
Peter Gabriel made his 2023 debut with his most ambitious album, “I/O,” released on Dec. 1. On Oct. 18, it was announced that a new album of all his singles this past year would be released this winter. Fans of the iconic ‘80s star have anticipated an album featuring new […]