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The Batman The Trailer Garnering twice the views as the trailer for the Snyder Cut, the trailer for The Batman was arguably the biggest event during FanDome. It showed Robert Pattinson in action as the title hero for the first time. It also shows the Riddler (played by Paul Dano) as the main villain lurking in the background in addition to Catwoman...
Having suffered through the COVID-caused movie drought of what appeared to be a promising summer season, DC fans and moviegoers around the world rejoiced upon the arrival of DC's virtual summer convention, DC FanDome. Because of the cancellation of the highly popular San Diego Comic-Con, DC held a virtual fan event on August 22nd. This 24-hour long event showcased...
Last winter, the trailer for Christopher Nolan's latest film, Tenet, hit the world. Intended to  release in the summer of 2020, it was delayed due to the pandemic. Now the film is playing in theaters, being the first major release for a movie theater in months. As a fan of Nolan's work, I couldn't be more excited for this...
One of the most anticipated games of the year is on its way to being released in less than ten days. Yes, NBA 2K21 is expected to be released on September 4, 2020. However, both the next gen versions will be released with The Xbox SeriesX and the PlayStation5. Over the years, 2K has become one of the greatest...
Jesuit is always making technological changes which optimize efficiency for the faculty and student body. For example, Jesuit upgraded its Moodle software, the platform for all classes and activities, to a more cloud-based software to prevent any crashing. Similarly, Jesuit is changing its RangerNet platform, used for keeping track of grades and assignments, to a more upgraded BlackBaud software....
Spoiler Warning Over the past month, Netflix’s Outer Banks has been consistently increasing in popularity, currently the #4 show in the U.S. as of right now. While it may come off as a corny high school show (which is not wrong), it actually has a very mysterious and intriguing plot. The show is able to keep you on the edge...
Extraction, Netflix's latest action film starring Chris Hemsworth, written by the Russo brothers of Marvel Fame, and veteran stunt coordinator Sam Hargrave's directorial debut. Does Extraction succeed in what Netflix wanted with mid-budget action flick? For the most part, yes, Extraction is another movie under Netflix's belt that proves they can compete with larger studios like Disney and Universal when it...
Recently, in a group chat, the subject of best fast food was brought up. While opinions differed on that front, eventually comparisons between Chick-Fil-A, a beloved Jesuit snack, and Raising Canes were brought up. As a connoisseur of both establishments, I didn't really see how any discussion was needed. But, as the argument extended, it was made clear that...

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