‘Animation is cinema’: Ghibli vs. Spider-Man

Ryan Humphrey, Contributing Writer “Animation is cinema.” It’s a mantra that has become increasingly popular online, especially after Guillermo del Toro used it when his stop motion adaptation of “Pinocchio” won Best Animated Feature at the 2023 Oscars. The phrase speaks to an important truth that often goes overlooked in Hollywood: Animation isn’t just a […]

Automation invasion: Why dining robots don’t belong at VCU

Jessica Holgado, Contributing Writer Walking through the open spaces of George Mason University, I encountered something that seemed straight out of a sci-fi flick — a dining robot humming along the sidewalks. It was the first time I ever laid eyes on one.  I found myself charmed by the idea of having my food delivered […]

Oscar picks

Dylan Hostetter, Opinions and Humor Editor It seems the 2024 Oscars have a lot more eyes watching than previous years, and I imagine that is due to the extreme popularity of some of the films featured — from the tight race for Animated Feature Film between “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” and “The Boy and the […]