Roswell, New Mexico Season 3 Premiere "Hands"
by Emily Maesar, Staff Writer
Our first recap of Roswell, New Mexico!
You Can't Sit With Us: Hopelessly Devoted to Musicals
by Emily Maesar, Staff Writer
While, as a genre, musicals aren’t specific to teenagers, they’ve ebbed and flowed in popularity over the history of human entertainment - including teen media.
PIG is JOHN WICK's backwoods, minimalist cousin
by Emily Maesar, Staff Writer
The nitty-gritty of Pig is much more emotionally complex than John Wick. I love that story and its sequels, but Sarnoski’s Pig is a different beast altogether.
WHO FRAMED ROGER RABBIT? pulls unique magic from its hat
by Emily Maesar, Staff Writer
I often rewatch this film and am still filled with childlike awe and wonder because it remains one of the most impressive feats... never repeated. And they did it all without computers.
Clarice's finale fully exemplifies the strengths and challenges of the series
by Emily Maesar, Staff Writer
“People believe stories. They buy into myths.”
You Can't Sit With Us: Coming Out
by Emily Maesar, Staff Writer
As June comes to a close, I figured now might be a fun time to chat about probably the newest genre of teen film to enter the scene: The Coming Out flick
Clarice Recap: Episode 12
by Emily Maesar, Staff Writer
“You know hate? It’s a lot to carry.”
Clarice Recap: Episode 11 faces an uncertain future
by Emily Maesar, Staff Writer
“You define their very existence. You’re the most important thing to happen to them.”
Clarice Recap: Episode 10 searches for one perfect day
by Emily Maesar, Staff Writer
“We always end up going home.”
You Can’t Sit With Us: Book Report
by Emily Maesar, Staff Writer
“It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a teenage girl in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of the mall.”
Tommy C. Appreciation Club: MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE (1996)
The Tommy C. Appreciation Club, or TCAC, solemnly swears to watch and appreciate all theatrical performances by Tom Cruise then recap them, round-table style. In this edition, the Moviejawn chooses to accept Mission: Impossible.
Read MoreClarice Recap: Episode 9 pushes confrontations
by Emily Maesar, Staff Writer
““I need you to know what your silence can do.”
Clarice Recap: Episode 8 is a showcase for the series' strong writing
by Emily Maesar, Staff Writer
“You’d be surprised how much our past trauma informs who we’re drawn to.”
A KNIGHT'S TALE AT 20: It's Called a Lance... Hello
by Emily Maesar, Staff Writer
This film is charming and so deeply uncynical in the most refreshing kind of way
Ani-May: YOUR NAME. finds beauty and magic in the universal teen experience
by Emily Maesar, Staff Writer
This month, we’re celebrating animation from Japan–better known as anime–by looking at some of our favorite works or ones we hope will provide new perspective.
You Can’t Sit With Us: That One Time..With the Sex Pact
by Emily Maesar, Staff Writer
It often feels like there’s nothing that encapsulates the teenage experience quite losing your virginity.
THE MITCHELLS VS. THE MACHINES is a family story with a teen soul
by Emily Maesar, Staff Writer
A remarkable piece of animation…funny, emotional, and truly made for weird kids and their vaguely normal parents.
Clarice Recap: Episode 7 explores daddy issues
by Emily Maesar, Staff Writer
“Seeing the mother’s the nightmare.”
Clarice Recap: Episode 6 explores hidden traumas
by Emily Maesar, Staff Writer
“You got the gold in manipulation.”
You Can’t Sit With Us: Wet Hot Teen Beach Party
by Emily Maesar, Staff Writer
Teens without chaperones!