The original “Luigi’s Mansion” is one of the top five best-selling GameCube games and was an innovative and fresh idea for its time. The game highlighted the brilliance of Luigi having a leading role through its humor and creative game mechanics. Now, 12 years later, a sequel has finally been […]
Arts & Entertainment
Much Anticipated Film Adaptation of ‘The Host’ Disappoints
#8220;The Host,” adapted from the 2008 novel by “Twilight” scribe Stephenie Meyer, is a film best described by what it’s not: it’s not really sci-fi, it’s not very romantic, and – most of all – it’s not very good. Its post-apocalyptic premise is undercut by an utter lack of suspense […]
BlackBerry Responds to iPhone Popularity with Upgraded Phone
It’s odd to think back and realize that BlackBerry used to be as popular as current smartphones a few years ago. The company used to be one of the most profitable phone companies around, until their popularity diminished abruptly. BlackBerry’s staggering loss in popularity has left the company crippled, as […]
Get Fit for Summer with Apps that Can Improve Your Health
Who said smartphone apps were only entertaining when it comes to the hottest games like Temple Run or Snapchat? While these are obviously very popular applications that are free and could be downloaded with the touch of a button, there are definitely other ways in which students are finding ways […]
‘Peanuts’-Inspired Play Delves into Adult Themes
Smoky air and chalk-laden walls set the scene for Dog Sees God, the first completely student-run production at Ramapo College. Colorful stringed lights hung above the unique set design in the quaint Adler Theater. The performance told the turbulent story of adolescents heavily implied to be the adult versions of […]
‘Dead Man’ Thumbs Down
#8220;Dead Man Down” is a riveting, suspenseful, chilling revenge flick with an unusual romantic dynamic spun by the two lead characters’ quest for blood. Victor, played by Colin Farrell, is a mobster’s thug secretly on a mission to avenge the murder of his wife and daughter, who were both killed […]
Movie Brings Oz Back to Life
#8220;Oz the Great and Powerful,” released on March 8, kept the essence of the 1939 film “The Wizard of Oz,” but steered slightly away from the original plot line. Instead of the focus being on Dorothy, the focus was on the Wizard of Oz. The movie was supposed to depict […]
‘God of War: Ascension’ Doesn’t Live Up to Predecessors
After a three year wait, PlayStation console gamers are given “God of War: Ascension.” After the long anticipation, gamers wanted something even better than “God of War III.” After all the hype, advertising, and that quite emotional commercial during the Super Bowl, we are given this sad excuse of a […]
Fraternities and Sororities Showcase Talents
On Tuesday night, Friends Hall was buzzing with Ramapo’s Greek Life for the Greeks Got Talent event that gave sorority and fraternity members the opportunity to get up on stage and perform for a good cause. This was the first ever Greeks Got Talent. Graduate Assistant for Fraternity and Sorority Life, […]
The Rising Popularity of the Web Series Produces New Shows
As the most popular and ubiquitous video-sharing website, YouTube is many things to many people. To some, it’s the place to watch the latest music videos and movie trailers. To others, it hosts both coveted viral videos and fan made “shipper” mashups. And to most, it seems, YouTube is still […]
