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Gorillaz's fifth studio album "Humanz" is slated for release April 28. The album includes 26 new songs with features from popular artists including Danny Brown and Pusha T. 

Rev Ranks: Gorillaz released four noteworthy tracks ahead of album release

By Ysabella Ramirez April 21, 2017

Many are familiar with the Gorillaz, the alternative British group of four animated members created by Damon Albarn and Jamie Hewlett in 1998. Their sound is hard to place in one specific genre of music,...

The British film "T2 Trainspotting," directed by Danny Boyle, was released in the United States on March 17. 

Rev Ranks: “T2 Trainspotting” underwhelming, but satisfyingly realistic

By Ryan Thaxton April 21, 2017

“T2 Trainspotting,” an apt and realistic sequel some 20 years after the initial film “Trainspotting,” based on Irvine Welsh’s 1993 novel of the same name, is a grim look at...

The series finale of HBO's "Girls," created by Lena Dunham, aired April 16. 

Rev Ranks: Series finale of “Girls” disjointed, disappointing

By Ysabella Ramirez April 20, 2017

The HBO series “Girls,” created by Lena Dunham, has been following the lives of Hannah, Marnie, Jessa and Shoshanna for the past five years, and came to a surprising yet slightly dull close...

Kendrick Lamar's latest single, "HUMBLE.," debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. 

Rev Ranks: “HUMBLE.” is ironic, catchy, relatable

By Corrine Pritchett April 19, 2017

Kendrick Lamar’s latest single “HUMBLE.” was released March 30 and has received a great response from fans. STARS: 4/5 Produced by Mike WiLL Made-It, the tone of “HUMBLE.”...

The Netflix original "13 Reasons Why," telling the story of Hannah Baker, was released March 31.

Rev Ranks: “13 Reasons Why” trivializes suicide, failed to stimulate healthy dialogue

By Kaylee Poche April 18, 2017

One of Netflix’s latest original shows, “13 Reasons Why,” chronicles the story of 17-year-old Hannah Baker, who committed suicide and left behind a series of cassette tapes explaining...

The season seven finale of "The Walking Dead" aired April 2. 

Rev Ranks: “The Walking Dead” finale a letdown

By Corrine Pritchett April 8, 2017

The long awaited season seven finale of “The Walking Dead” left fans desperately waiting, once again, for the battle against Negan.STARS: 3/5The entire season has been getting harsh criticism,...

The "Beauty and the Beast" soundtrack, released March 10, features Celine Dion, John Legend and Ariana Grande. 

Rev Ranks: “Beauty and the Beast” soundtrack pays homage to the original

By Kaylee Poche April 7, 2017

The live action remake of the “Beauty and the Beast” film has become a cultural phenomenon, as seen in James Corden’s “Late Late Show” skit and the sweeping box office numbers...

The action drama "Ghost in the Shell," released March 31, stars Scarlett Johansson, Pilou Asbaek and Takeshi Kitano. 

Rev Ranks: “Ghost in the Shell” visually appealing, feels fresh

By Scott Griswold April 6, 2017

“Ghost in the Shell” is a gorgeous film that expands on the action and visuals of the original 1995 animated film, but loses some of its brains in the process. STARS: 4/5 Hollywood is notorious...

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Rev Ranks: Dave Chappelle’s Netflix stand-up specials highlight politics, entertain viewers

By Ysabella Ramirez April 6, 2017

“Dave Chappelle: A Netflix Original” is Dave Chappelle’s comeback to stand-up comedy after a decade-long hiatus. This three-part special was met with positive reviews. The first episode...

"The Zookeeper's Wife" tells the story of the Zabinski couple, who helped save hundreds of people and animals during the German invasion. The film was released March 31. 

Rev Ranks: “The Zookeeper’s Wife” tame, overly-sanitized

By Abbie Shull April 5, 2017

For a movie about the terrors of World War II, “The Zookeeper’s Wife” is strangely devoid of tension.  STARS: 2/5 The film tells the true story of Antonina Zabinski and...

The TV mini-series "Big Little Lies," starring Nicole Kidman, Reese Witherspoon and Shailene Woodley, airs on HBO.

Rev Ranks: “Big Little Lies” finale horrifying yet impeccable

By Ryan Thaxton April 4, 2017

The final episode of HBO’s “Big Little Lies,” gave viewers every answer to the list of questions that grew each episode. STARS: 5/5 During the first few minutes of the first episode,...

The 1995 animated film "Ghost in the Shell" was directed by Mamoru Oshii. The 2017 live-action remake of the same name was released March 31. 

Rev Ranks: A look back at the original “Ghost in the Shell” film

By Scott Griswold April 4, 2017

In anticipation of the new live-action entry into the “Ghost in the Shell” universe starring Scarlett Johansson, let’s take a look back at the original animated film from Mamoru Oshii...