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The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

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Emma Hart | Graphic Artist

If you loved ‘The White Lotus,’ here are five other shows to binge

Ananya Swaroop March 28, 2025
For those who are wondering what to watch next, there are several other gripping shows like “The White Lotus” that share the same theme of sharp wit, layered storytelling and striking visuals. 
Iris Ren | Senior Graphic Artist

Why I want to be a filmmaker, even when it feels impossible

Isabella Laikin March 27, 2025
My pursuit of filmmaking isn't about accolades or recognition — it’s about the opportunity to tell stories that resonate deeply, challenge perceptions and contribute to a broader cultural conversation.
The imaginary show in the bubble

The imaginary show in the bubble

Camille Bugayong October 31, 2023
Stepping into the mental health treatment facility is a lot like stepping into a bubble. Here, we are patients, but to me, we become characters.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

‘Koisenu Futari’ reminds us love is more than just romance | You Had Me at ‘It’s Gay’

Kal Hawley October 23, 2023
“Koisenu Futari” answers the question posed in its first episode — “There’s nobody who can’t fall in love, right?” — by showing the audience how rich and fulfilling a life with a platonic partner can be. It reminds us that living life being true to yourself is always worth more than living it for someone else.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Retrospective: the forgotten era of Dreamworks animation

Ricardo Pons October 5, 2023
However, amongst Dreamwork's long catalog of movies, one will find a series of films that directly continue with the traditional style. These four movies, each made with traditional methods of animation, have largely been lost within popular conceptions of the studio, drowned out by the size and influence of their other franchises. 
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

“A Haunting in Venice” and the limits of our beliefs | You Scared Me!

Josh Rosenthal September 21, 2023
In a shocking turn of events, “A Haunting in Venice” — the latest Branagh-Christie pairing — is easily the best project Branagh has directed in years. Even if some of its efforts at crafting horror fall a bit flat, the supernatural mystery offered here makes for an eerie and entertaining watch — one that is far more satisfying than its precursors.
Haley Alvarez-Lauto | Senior Graphic Artist

Why is ‘Bluey’ on the mind of college students?

Michelle Grullon March 3, 2023
If you open any social media app, you will likely see people ranging from college students to thirty-year-olds resonating with the Bluey gang. 
A golden dreamscape. Michelle writes about the depth of her imagination and the comfort it can bring to her life as a student. COURTESY OF JR KORPA VIA UNSPLASH

The comforts of our imagination

Michelle Tian October 7, 2021
To fall in love with the infinite promises your mind can hold is to fall in love with yourself.
Sports film selections on Netflix

You don’t have to like sports to love sports movies

Emma Simonoff April 23, 2021
You don’t have to enjoy, understand or care about sports to love a movie or TV show about them.
Yvonne Tang/DFP STAFF

Politics Philosophized: The commodification of age

Max Ferrandino March 10, 2021
The perceived age of an actor or actress is important, not just for the viewer's entertainment but for the overall success of a TV show or movie. Fundamentally, age is not just a number — it’s a commodity. The younger you look, the more likely you are to be successful in Hollywood.
raya and the last dragon film

BU alum talks working on ‘Raya and the Last Dragon’

Emma Vacirca February 24, 2021
Boston University alum Brian Gaugler said working on his first feature film "Raya and the Last Dragon" as a production assistant for Walt Disney Animation Studios taught him how critical creativity and passion are for success in the industry.
Black, Female and Funny webinar hosted by the College of Communication

Black female comedy TV writers talk experience in the industry at COM panel

Yiran Yu February 19, 2021
Two Black female TV comedy writers spoke at a College of Communication virtual panel about their experiences in the industry.
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