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Jojo Siwa came out on TikTok by posting a video of herself singing along to Lady Gaga’s “Born This Way,” which is widely viewed as an LGBTQIA+ anthem. Photo courtesy of @jojosiwa

Jojo Siwa’s Coming Out Story Inspires Millions

Amy Simon, Sports Editor February 3, 2021

Jojo Siwa began 2021 with a sky filled with rainbows by coming out on TikTok. On Wednesday, Jan. 20, Siwa posted a TikTok singing along to Lady Gaga’s “Born This Way", which is widely viewed as an...

Disneys new animated movie, Soul, adds itself to a troubling pattern. Photo courtesy of Deadline.

A Dangerous Animated Trope: Disney’s Flawed Approach to Representation

Zoejane Ostebo, Opinions Editor and Extras Editor February 2, 2021

Disney has retained the title  of one of the biggest entertainment providers for nearly a century, creating classics from all the different branches of the widespread company. From the Disney Princesses...

Manhunter is the forgotten first installment in the Silence of the Lambs universe. But with the power of a devoted cult fanbase, it has survived. Does it stand the test of time? Photo courtesy of Movie Mahal, Logo courtesy of Oscar Favorite

‘Manhunter’: The Hannibal Prequel Time Forgot

Oliver Barnfield, Video Editor January 25, 2021

Silence of the Lambs swept the Oscars stage in 1991. Directed by Jonathan Demme and starring Anthony Hopkins as the iconic Hannibal Lector, it was a commercial hit, with the critics singing its praises...

Devilman stuck out to many in the 70s for its character design and scary facial expressions. This iconic panel of the classic character is no exception. Photo courtesy of Go Nagai

The Long-lasting Impact of ‘Devilman’: Why it’s Significant 50 Years Later

Reagan Babbitt January 23, 2021

Introduction: Nearly 50 years ago, on June 11th, 1972, illustrator and writer Go Nagai, known for his works on Cutie Honey, Mazinger Z, creating and shaping the super robot genre, and pioneering the...

Sabrina Carpenter released her new single Skin on Friday, Jan. 22. Although the song was written to speak about her haters, many fans have questioned if it was written to act as a third leg in the love triangle Carpenter takes a key role in. Photo courtesy of @sabrinacarpenter

Sabrina Carpenter’s ‘Skin’ Adds to Her Social Media Frenzy Love Triangle

Amy Simon, Sports Editor January 23, 2021

Another chapter of the Sabrina Carpenter - Joshua Bassett - Olivia Rodrigo love triangle has been announced as Carpenter released her new single, Skin, on Friday, Jan. 22. Although Carpenter intended to...

Soul the new Disney Pixar movie with a powerful message, has left thousands of people amazed. Photo courtesy of @pixarsoul

‘Soul’ Reverberates with Soulful Intensity

Lucia Santaolalla, Dreamcatcher Editor in Chief January 22, 2021

With an iconic touch of humor and the profound message that this movie delivers to all of its spectators, Soul, a movie released on one of the most important days of the year, Christmas day, has reached...

Talking Heads released only eight studio albums and countless songs. But which ones are essential? Original photo courtesy of Rock Cellar Magazine, graphic courtesy of Oliver Barnfield

A Beginner’s Guide to Talking Heads

Oliver Barnfield, Video Editor January 21, 2021

Despite only releasing eight studio albums over an 11 year period from 1977 to 1988, no other band had the distinct sound or unique appeal that Talking Heads possessed. Led by twitchy frontman David Byrne,...

CloverWorks has brought another classic to the table, hooking new and old fans to The Promised Neverland.Photo Courtesy of IMBd

‘The Promised Neverland’ Illuminates Hope that Filters in During Darkness

Zoejane Ostebo, Opinions Editor and Extras Editor January 19, 2021

2021 is going to be the year of anime. From the release of season five of My Hero Academia to Dr. Stone: Stone Wars, fans of these popular shows will have their watching schedules full to the brim. Along...

Why Dont Wes new album The Good Times and the Bad Ones released on Friday, Jan. 15. It describes the highs of writing songs while touring and the lows of writing songs during the pandemic. Photo courtesy of @whydontwemusic

Why Don’t We Steps Up With New Album ‘The Good Times and the Bad Ones’

Amy Simon, Sports Editor January 18, 2021

After achieving worldwide success with their debut album 8 Letters back in 2018, pop band Why Don’t We could have easily continued doing things the exact same way for follow-up releases. After all, it’s...

Zayn Maliks new album Nobody is Listening was released on Friday, Jan. 15 and shows a more tender side to Malik while leaving room for him to show off his high vocal range. Photo courtesy of @zaynews

Why You Should be Listening to Zayn Malik’s ‘Nobody is Listening’

Amy Simon, Sports Editor January 17, 2021

From selling out stadiums worldwide alongside ex-bandmates from One Direction, modeling for GQ Magazine, recently having a child with model Gigi Hadid, and releasing three studio albums, Zayn Malik has...

The album art for Ariana Grandes track 34+35 (Remix) featuring Doja Cat and Megan Thee Stallion as Austin Powers Fembots. Grande released the remix of her popular track on Jan. 15 along with an Austin Powers influenced lyric video. Photo courtesy of @classycreeps

’34+35 (Remix)’ Equals Perfection

Eshaan Chopra, Marketing Chief January 17, 2021

34+35 was one of the fan favorites off of Ariana Grande’s sixth studio album, Positions. The dynamic beat along with the catchy, clear lyricism had fans hooked in perfect time for the release of the...

Olivia Rodrigos new song drivers license has reached everyones hearts. Photo courtesy of @olivia.rodrigo

Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘drivers license’ Paints a Vivid Portrait of Young Love and Heartbreak

Lucia Santaolalla, Dreamcatcher Editor in Chief January 13, 2021

Starring as Nini in High School Musical: The Musical: The Series since 2019, and releasing her single All I want from the show, Olivia Rodrigo has been present on the music and TV scenes for a while. Her...

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