Share: “Baby Reindeer” is an emotionally challenging watch but is indubitably one of the best pieces of media to come out this year. It follows the tragic story of an aspiring comedian who is being stalked by a woman he met while working at a bar. Not only is it completely insane watching this story unfold, but it is absolutely absurd that it also happens to be a true story being performed by the real life victim. The limited series has entered the race to …
May the 4th Be With You! Jump into hyperspace on ‘Star Wars’ celebration day
Share: To casual fans of “Star Wars,” May 4 is just a silly day to celebrate being a fan. But for hardcore fans and diehards alike, May the 4th is a time when no matter personal preference, the love of the franchise reigns supreme. This year’s celebration marks a big milestone for the franchise: that being the 25th anniversary of “Episode I – The Phantom Menace.” At a time when the franchise hasn’t had a new cinematic entry since 2019, these re-releases have been a …
How does the pro-Palestine movement respond to celebrity supporters?
Share: On November 21, 2023, actress Melissa Barrera was fired from the movie “Scream VII.” The reason? Her outspoken support for Palestine and her characterization of the situation in Gaza as a genocide. Spyglass Media Group, the production company for the Scream film series, issued a statement, deeming Barrera’s comments anti-Semitic and unacceptable. Barrera’s firing was immediately met with outrage, and fans called for a boycott of the movie series. Despite this incident, Barrera’s movie career is still going strong, with her prompting her first …
‘It makes no sense’: PCC students believe retail workers are unfairly paid
Share: On Apr 1., all fast-food restaurants were required by the state of California to pay their employees at least $20 per hour. Students at PCC who don’t have jobs now have the chance to cash in on this new opportunity. They can start building their bank accounts by applying at their local McDonald’s, Chick-fil-A, or In-N-Out burger. However, this wasn’t the case with other jobs like retail, which resulted in anger and displeasure among those already having retail jobs. The call for equality is …
Are unique baby names quirky or ridiculous?
Share: Increasing desires for individualism and distinctiveness among generations of parents have led to waves of slightly modified traditional names or outright eccentric names being given to children. There’s been a noticeable trend of parents wanting unique or unheard-of baby names, and it’s the next generation who has to endure them. One great example of the unique baby name apocalypse is TikToker Nara Smith who was ready to welcome her third baby alongside her husband Lucky Blue Smith. A new addition to her family meant …
Grow up at your own pace: The misconceptions of student success
Share: Growing up consists of attempting to fulfill expectations that one has either set for oneself or the expectations others have set for them. The challenges that come with age are prone to send one in a psychological spiral as issues of insecurities, self-doubt, and disorientation surface. Reaching the young adult years, anxiety fills the bodies of many as it comes time to face the big question: “What comes next?” As the future awaits, many people, including myself, ask themselves whether or not they are …
‘Franny and Zooey’ comments on crisis of conformity
Share: What does it mean to be authentic in a time where individuality is diluted by ever-changing social media trends? The question of authenticity isn’t anything new—humans have always struggled with how we fit in the spaces that surround us. In the short stories of “Franny and Zooey” author J.D. Salinger explores what it means to participate in society, whether we do so willingly or not. Both short stories are set in 1955 New York City and begin with Franny Glass, the youngest of the …
‘Challengers’ serves up carnal chaos
Share: With a premise that shares more in common with an erotic thriller from the 90s than your average sports movie, it’s all the more impressive that Luca Guadagnino’s tennis-centered sensual drama is not only endlessly entertaining but among the best releases of an already impressive early 2024. Where “Challengers” succeeds most is in its overall execution. While the story and characters are certainly strong enough to maintain a compelling, if not slightly soapy narrative, the key lies in how these elements are brought to …
The Courier wishes Glitchy McIntire farewell in retirement
Share: Editorial note: This article is satire and not intended to be taken as fact. The Courier is saddened but proud to announce the retirement of our beloved mascot, ‘Ol Glitchy McIntire, the long-running and iron-willed iPhone SE of Courier adviser Nathan McIntire. As a young circuit board in an Apple factory, Glitchy always wanted to be a journalist. When it landed in the hands of the similarly bright-eyed McIntire, its dreams would eventually be realized. While employed at the Pasadena Star News, it served …
Soon to be expired 99 Cents Only Stores
Share: Throughout April 2024, it was announced that 99 Cents Only Stores will be closing across America. With an estimated 390 stores shutting down completely and hundreds of employees being let go in California; this will affect many people, including low-income customers, and college students. “I’m not there anymore, but it saddens me because I know the workers, and they spent decades of their life there even without raises and worked hard every day just for it to shut down,” Ex worker Ulysses Rodriguez stated. …