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...