The streaming platform CBS All Access is getting a total rebranding heading into early 2021, renaming the service Paramount Plus. The parent company, ViacomCBS, announced that the streaming service division would be going through a total rebranding to compete with other streaming platforms that have become more popular such as Disney+, Netfix, and Hulu. Bob […]
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‘Fresh Prince’ reboot planned for NBC platform
In the age of nostalgic fan service, the classic NBC sitcom “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” is getting its own reboot for NBC’s new streaming platform, Peacock. Even after the final episode aired in 1996, various video clips, phrases and the ever popular Carlton dance remain in circulation. But if you were expecting a goofy […]
‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show’ returns
Ellen DeGeneres returned to her hit talk show Sept. 18 for its 18th season after the show came under fire for a toxic work environment, which started an internal investigation into the show. “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” was shut down back in spring due to COVID-19 and was late to return due to controversy and […]
Editor’s Review: Fight Hustle, End Hurry
If students are looking to find more peace in life, feeling overwhelmed or looking to work on their spiritual connectedness, this is the ideal podcast. In “Fight Hustle, End Hurry,” author and pastor John Mark Comer and author Jefferson Bethke discuss the concept of hustle and hurry and how society pushes the idea that we […]
Editor’s review: Tiger King
Netflix’s latest hit limited series has been extremely successful — partly because of the excessive amounts of time that individuals now have to binge shows and partly due to the addictive nature of the show. “Tiger King” (2020) is a true crime documentary series that chronicles the pure chaos of the exotic animal zoo industry. […]
Students see stars at live talk show tapings
Many students at California Baptist University are unaware of the opportunity to get free tickets to live tapings of talk shows in Southern California. Famous talk shows that film in Southern California include “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” (2003-), “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” (2003-), “Dr. Phil” (2002-), “Conan” (2010-), “Wheel of Fortune” (1983-), “Real Time with Bill […]
‘Parasite’ creators announce TV show
In the wake of the 92nd Academy Awards ceremony, all the attention was on the Oscar-winning film “Parasite” (2019) and its director Bong Joon-Ho. The South Korean film won Oscars for Best Picture, Best Director, Best International Film and Best Original Screenplay. In addition, it was also nominated for Best Production Design and Best Film […]
We need more optimistic sci-fi
Science fiction is often used as a mirror to society, showing us our flaws and our fear of what the future might look like if we make errors; it is a warning about what might be if we keep going down dangerous paths. While the cautionary tale is an important subset of sci-fi, the genre […]
Disney+ revives ‘Lizzie McGuire’
In August, Disney announced at its D23 Expo that “Lizzie McGuire” will be returning to screens on Disney+ next year with the original cast and Terri Minsky returning as the showrunner. The revival will see Lizzie McGuire living her new exciting adult life in New York City. Fans are excited for the new series based […]
Disney+ first few months of streaming met with feedback from viewers
Disney+ launched in November to provide Walt Disney Co. fanatics with their favorite movies and television shows. The streaming service costs $6.99 per month or $69.99 for a year, making it an affordable plan for families and individuals to enjoy. Its catalog varies from classic Disney films to newer additions and gives users the freedom […]