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Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

‘A Modern Farewell’ had me cry-laughing all over again

Samantha Genzer March 31, 2025
The documentary reminds us that this show was not just about comedy. It was about relationships, the memories and the beautifully chaotic love that makes a family feel real. 
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

Reimagining Hollywood: The rise of indie film

Isabella Laikin March 21, 2025
For all of us who hold a camera with trembling hands and a story in our hearts, the rising prominence of indie films and the support of groundbreaking production companies underscore that making a difference, one heartfelt story at a time, is not just possible but essential.
Executive producer Sophia Falbo and anchors Jezelle Anim-Addo and Eloise Lushina (left to right) talking in between takes of BUTV’s “United We Vote” election show. Boston University student journalists covered the 2024 Presidential Election for student organizations including WTBU and BUTV. SIENA GLEASON/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

BU student journalists across mediums work tirelessly to bring election coverage to campus

Hannah Portman November 7, 2024
In Studio West in the Boston University College of Communication, students assumed their respective positions on the anchor desk, behind the camera, in front of the teleprompter and at the control board. BU student journalists across varying mediums have poured hours of dedication into creating comprehensive, impartial news coverage for campus organizations of the 2024 Presidential Election on Nov. 5.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Bring background shows back to the foreground

Lea Rivel December 7, 2023
Gen Z’s and millennials’ attention spans are so fried, it’s become a joke on social media to put a Subway Surfers stream on the screen split with another piece of content.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Is it possible to be more than ‘Only Friends’? | You Had Me At ‘It’s Gay’

Kal Hawley November 14, 2023
“Only Friends” is a queer Thai series that follows four college students and their messy relationships. In classic sex comedy fashion, everyone is interested in everyone else, everyone likes to get drunk on a Tuesday night and, even though they’re college students, they never seem to study for anything.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

The actors and writers strikes are bigger than Hollywood | The Price of Existence

Karyna Cheung October 11, 2023
The SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes are about all of us not getting paid enough.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

You Had Me at ‘It’s Gay’

Kal Hawley October 1, 2023
Hi, my name is Kal Hawley. I’m 18 years old, and I am so, so queer. And whether you are too, or you’re not sure yet, or you’re just bored and scrolling through The Daily Free Press, I hope this column can help you find something a little more interesting than a forced romance between two characters who really were better as friends or the “shy girl inexplicably wins the heart of popular guy” trope.
Unmasked: how do you unwind?

Unmasked: how do you unwind?

Veronica Thompson May 4, 2023
How do you unwind?
Brett Abrams | Senior Graphic Artist

‘Succession’ recap: In ‘Honeymoon States,’ a fierce battle for power ensues

Josh Rosenthal April 18, 2023
Taking place the day after Logan’s death, this episode wastes no time diving into major plot developments.
Brett Abrams | Senior Graphic Artist

‘Succession’ recap: ‘Connor’s Wedding’ changes everything

Josh Rosenthal April 11, 2023
The title of this episode is a misdirection of sorts. In the grand scheme of things, Connor’s wedding does not matter.
Haley Alvarez-Lauto | Senior Graphic Artist

Why the ‘You’ finale is very problematic | Picture This

Ariadna Sandoval April 6, 2023
“You” wants us to concentrate on the main character's pain instead of the pain of his victims. 
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

‘The Last of Us’ season one review

Michelle Tian March 16, 2023
In case you’re unfamiliar, “The Last of Us” is a post-apocalyptic show following Joel, a hardened survivor, and Ellie, a 14-year-old girl who may be humanity’s last hope.
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