The Oswegonian

The Independent Student Newspaper of Oswego State

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Nov. 2, 2024

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Television

“Fionna and Cake” promises new, more mature adventures

Rating: 4/5 stars The world of “Adventure Time” continues to expand after the end of the original series, as “Fionna and Cake,” a new Max original, seeks to bring new depth to the Land of Ooo.  This is not the…

‘Shadows House’ manga unfolds mystery of secretive mansion

Rating: 4/5 stars “Shadows House” is a Japanese manga series created by the duo So-ma-to in the seinen (18-40 year old demographic) manga in Shonen Young Jump magazine. The magazine is well-known for publishing series like the upcoming anime –…

‘You’ season four, part two unpredictable but thrilling for fans

“Hello you” is the growing catch phrase for producer and actor Penn Badgley (“Gossip Girl”)  known as Joe Goldberg in the Netflix show “You.”  Season Four was split, the first section aired Feb. 9 and the second premiered March 9….

‘Tales of the Jedi’ explores important ‘Star Wars’ moments

Recently, the “Star Wars” franchise released a new animated anthology series called “Tales of the Jedi” created by Dave Filoni (“Star Wars: The Clone Wars”). The series takes viewers back in time to relive major events in the Star Wars…

‘The Crown’ season five promises more gripping royal drama

Next month, the fifth season of Netflix’s hit drama “The Crown” will make its debut. The show is a mostly fictionalized account of the life and reign of former Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom, from her marriage to…

‘House of the Dragon’ makes for fire ‘Game of Thrones’ prequel

HBO’s “House of the Dragon” season finale is full of suspense, conflict and a whole lot of dragons. The series is a precursor to “Game of Thrones” as the events depicted take place hundreds of years before, centered around the…

Zendaya makes Emmys history with second lead actress win

Prior to this year’s 74th Primetime Emmy Awards, it was all but certain that Zendaya, nominated again for lead actress in a drama series for her portrayal of “Rue” on the hit show “Euphoria,” would leave us in awe with…

Kristen Bell shines in satirical Netflix psychological thriller series

Once viewers get past “The Woman in the House Across the Street from the Girl in the Window’s” incredibly long title, they can enjoy Kristen Bell (“Bad Moms”) delivering a stunning performance as Anna, a former painter struggling with grief…

New season of ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’ underwhelms

By John Custodio Historical drama. International scandals. American political commentary. The five worst people on television go to Ireland. “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” finished its 15th season, making it the longest-running American live action comedy. Unfortunately, it disappointed. Following…

‘The Witcher’ season two represents step forward for series

By Connor LaLone The second season of Netflix’s adaptation of Andrzej Sapkowski’s (“Light Pepetual”) “Witcher” books was released on Dec. 17. The series sees Henry Cavill (“Man of Steel”) reprise his role as Geralt of Rivia, and Anya Chalotra (“Wanderlust,”)…