Deirdre Pryal

dpryal@binghamton.edu

6 Articles


Columns

Euphoria doesn't feel the same anymore

“Euphoria” has always had a unique, remarkable feeling. The glitter, the colorful lights, the soundtrack and just the general ambiance set it apart from other shows. “Euphoria” became known for its aesthetic...


Columns

The dark side of reality TV

Reality TV as we know it today has changed significantly from its origins. The first reality TV show, “An American Family,” premiered in 1973 and established the genre as the tame everyday...


Opinions

Our generation's commitment issue

To date or not to date — that is our generation’s scariest question. Luckily, there’s now a third option — the situationship! Don’t want to date them, but you want a sexual...


Opinions

Sexual violence has no place in video games

Content warning: This column discusses depictions of sexual violence. The horror genre has evolved over the years, continuously taking its concepts further than we expect. Alfred Hitchcock revolutionized shock horror with his...


Opinions

'Tis the season for burnout

Before going to college, the last two years of high school are crucial for creating the perfect application. We all remember the stress that came with comparing ourselves to our peers in...


Opinions

The real world can get dark, children's shows should too

When I was a little kid, my daily after-school agenda consisted of only one item — plopping down on my living room floor and watching whatever happened to be playing on Disney...