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“Karma” takes its viewers on a riveting journey of twists and turns that leave them in shock. Rating: A- Photo Credit: © 2025 © Netflix

Delve Into the Unfortunate Events of ‘Karma’

Kylie Dacquel, Standards and Practices Editor
May 2, 2025
Karma stands as an unrelenting force against the characters at its hands.
After 5 years of serialization, Yuto Suzuki’s hit manga has been adapted into a full-length anime releasing episodes weekly. Rating: B+ Photo Credit: Shuiesha Inc.

Turn Your Brain Off, Laugh at ‘Sakamoto Days’

Philipos Alebachew, Editor in Chief
April 7, 2025
TMS Entertainment’s adaptation keeps the heart of the manga intact without sacrificing the humor.
Dav Pilkey’s spin-off series hits the big screen in a vibrantly stylized look. Rating: B Photo Credit: DreamWorks Animation

Jam-packed with Nostalgia, ‘Dog Man’ Returns In Full Swing

Venice Jingco, A&E Editor
February 21, 2025
Witness the high-energy and humorous crime-stopping abilities of Dog Man in the Ohkay City crime scene.
“900 Days Without Anabel” allows both casual and dedicated true crime fans to experience a case they’ve likely never heard of before. Rating: B- Photo Credit: Netflix © 2024

‘900 Days Without Anabel’ Feels Shorter than it Sounds

Shayna Migalang, Opinion Editor
January 8, 2025
“900 Days Without Anabel” attempts to retell your typical kidnapping through as much realism as possible.
A new way of starting the story of the Transformers. Rating: A Photo Credit: Paramount Pictures

‘Transformers One’ Reignites the Franchise’s Spark

Rheyland Simon, Staff Writer
December 3, 2024
Transformers One is a fresh reintroduction to an iconic series.
A touching narrative of the harmony between technology and nature. Rating: A Photo Credit: Dreamworks Animation

‘The Wild Robot’ Will Tug At Your Heartstrings

Venice Jingco, A&E Editor
October 29, 2024
‘The Wild Robot’ is a children’s classic turned cinematic masterpiece.
‘Between the Temples’ straddles a fine line of mediocrity with a potentially powerful story falling flat. Rating: C Photo Credit: Sony Pictures Classic

‘Between the Temples’ is an Unfunny Comedy

Calahan Davis, Staff Writer
October 16, 2024
A touching story that struggles to find its footing due to lackluster comedy
Eight years after his defeat, Bill Cipher is back for round two. Rating: A+ Photo Credit: Disney Books

It’s Time to Get Weird with ‘The Book of Bill’

Venice Jingco, A&E Editor
September 24, 2024
Turn the page, sell your soul, and venture deep into Bill’s mindscape.
Murder Mubarak” is a thrilling murder mystery with an Indian twist. Grade: A- Source: Netflix

Feel Your Jaw Drop Watching ‘Murder Mubarak’

Shayna Migalang, Staff Writer
April 15, 2024
Watch the elites of India become entangled in a complex murder mystery in “Murder Mubarak.”
Mr. and Mrs. Smith is a fulfilling remake of the original 2005 movie. Rating: A- Photo credit: Amazon Prime Video

‘Mr. and Mrs. Smith’ Doesn’t Fall Short

Daphney Garcia Hatton, Staff Writer
March 25, 2024
A modern “enemies to coworkers to lovers” comedy.
"Rebel Moon" follows a young woman who must assemble an army to stand against a nefarious space overlord. Rating: DPhoto Credit: Netflix

‘REBEL MOON’ LEAVES MUCH TO BE DESIRED

Calahan Davis, Staff Writer
February 12, 2024
"Rebel Moon" impresses with its cinematography yet the story lacks originality.
The second season of Jujutsu Kaisen impresses with its animation despite the poor treatment of MAPPA animation staff. Rating: A- Photo credit: Maruyama Animation Produce Project Association

‘JUJUTSU KAISEN: SHIBUYA INCIDENT’ LIVES UP TO HIGH ANTICIPATIONS

Ayma Malik, Editor in Chief
January 12, 2024
Jujutsu Kaisen has become legendary in the anime world.
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