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Joseph Ferrer

Joseph Ferrer, Arts & Entertainment Editor

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Hello! I am Joseph, a senior and digital media major. I am passionate about all kinds of different media from movies to music and I am excited to share that as the Arts & Entertainment Editor!

 

 

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A semester of beginnings and endings

January 27, 2023
Wakanda Forevers strong female cast help propel the emotional core of its story.

‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ honors legacy of Chadwick Boseman

December 8, 2022

Dinner and a show: Unraveling why I can’t eat by myself without my phone

November 17, 2022
Selena Gomez opens up about her mental health in new documentary.

Selena Gomez showcases her struggles with fame, mental health in new documentary

November 17, 2022
The Iona Players highlighted the whimsical and grim retellings of classic fairytales in their fall production.

Iona Players charm audiences with fall production ‘Into the Woods’

November 3, 2022
Meta Client Partner Grazia Ochoa meets with Iona students to discuss the her work in developing the Metaverse.

Meta representative shares future of Metaverse at CEO GaelTalk

October 22, 2022
Cyberpunk Edgerunners brings flash and style to the original game series.

Netflix’s ‘Cyberpunk: Edgerunners’ depicts futuristic dystopia in flashy animated setting

October 20, 2022
The chase for 15 seconds of fame. 

Is going viral worth it?

October 9, 2022
Sophia Walsh-Newman leads the West African Dance Session during this years Symposium.

Iona Arts and Languages’ Fall Dance Symposium engages students in variety of cultural dance styles

October 9, 2022
Prey takes the Predator series in a direction with a wildly different setting.

‘Prey’ takes Predator franchise in new direction with soft reboot

September 8, 2022

Making the most of senior year

September 8, 2022
Keke Palmer and Daniel Kaluuya give excellent performances in Jordan Peeles next disturbingly creative film.

‘Nope’ is creatively disturbing horror film from creator of ‘Get Out’ and ‘Us’

September 8, 2022
Everything Everywhere All at Once is a film that borders on insane but features nuance and heart.

‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ is fanatical ride with dark but personal message

May 5, 2022
Sonic 2 is a love letter to the video game franchise.

‘Sonic 2’ surprises, becomes highest-grossing video game adaptation film

May 5, 2022
The Iona College Dance Ensemble comes together for their Spring showcase Reflection in Action

‘Reflection in Action’ explores emotional expressions through powerful performances

April 21, 2022
Will Smith wins Best Actor in the 94th Academy Awards after slapping Chris Rock on stage.

Will Smith makes Oscars history after slapping Chris Rock on stage

March 31, 2022
Halo attempts to bring the video game series to film but does so in a way that feels flat.

Paramount+’s ‘Halo’ attempts, fails to adapt iconic video game franchise

March 31, 2022

Learning to not live my life with a roadmap

March 12, 2022
Attack on Titans Final Season Returns with higher stakes after almost a year long hiatus.

‘Attack on Titan’s’ final season returns after hiatus, brings series closer to finale

March 12, 2022

The dangerous shield of online anonymity and dealing with toxic behavior online

February 24, 2022
Tom Holland and Mark Whalberg play Nathan Drake and Sully in Uncharted.

Tom Holland stars in the film adaptation of “Uncharted” videogame series

February 24, 2022
Student entrepreneurs in the Iona community held a panel to discuss their journeys with starting their own creative businesses.

CEO hosts Iona Student Entrepreneurship Panel in Hynes Institute

December 9, 2021
Arcane impresses with a videogame adaptation that both fans and non-fans can enjoy.

Netflix’s “Arcane” engages with emotional narrative, gorgeous animation

December 9, 2021
The Iona College Dance Ensembles Color in Patterns performance showcases Iona students unique artistic talent.

‘Color of Patterns’: Students explore emotional themes through powerful performances

November 18, 2021
The 2021 Dance Symposium allowed for students to come together to engage in the art of dance.

Iona’s Arts and Languages Department’s annual Dance Symposium returns for in-person event

October 21, 2021

Learning to Love Being on Campus Again

September 9, 2021
Simu Liu stars as Marvels first Asian led role.

“Shang-Chi” is Excellent Origin Story for New Marvel Hero That Strongly Represents Asian Culture

September 9, 2021
Marvels What If takes the MCU in fresh new direction.

“What If…?” creatively spins stories of MCU in animated setting

September 9, 2021
Mitchells vs. the Machines infectious energy and emotion makes it one of the most memorbale modern animated films.

Netflix’s ‘Mitchells vs. the Machines’ is energetic, emotional adventure from makers of ‘Spider-verse’

May 6, 2021
Mortal Kombat has some enjoyable moments for fans but is far from a quality film.

‘Mortal Kombat’ violently continues trend of questionable film adaptations of video games

May 6, 2021
ICDE Spring 2021 In-Person Dancers posing with Dr. Park and Ms. Harvie.

Iona College’s spring 2021 production explores social issues through vibrant performances

April 22, 2021
Concrete Cowboy use of live horses helps elevate the father-son drama.

Netflix’s ‘Concrete Cowboy’ saddles up and cements itself as an engaging, emotional drama

April 22, 2021
Two Distant Strangers time loop premise contributes towards an incredibly important discussion on police brutality in America.

‘Two Distant Strangers’ is standout short film that highlights dark realities of police brutality

April 22, 2021
Godzilla vs. Kong showcases its hysterically nonsensical fights with a spectacular level of action.

‘Godzilla vs. Kong’ is far from complex, but thoroughly entertaining

April 8, 2021
Ionas Gourmet 4 Gaels Service helps support the student community.

Iona launches food delivery service for students on campus 

April 8, 2021
Raya and the Last Dragon should have been great but constantly feels constrained

Disney’s “Raya and the Last Dragon” shows potential but feels rushed

March 22, 2021
Joseph Ferrer is a media & strategic communications major in Ionas class of 2023 and Arts & Entertainment Editor of Ionian

How I’ve learned to balance hobbies, responsibilities, stay productive

March 11, 2021
Bliss ignorantly believes that its smarter than it actual is - Photo Source Amazon Prime Studios.

Amazon’s “Bliss” is ignorant towards its many flaws as a sci-fi drama

February 25, 2021
“We Are the Brooklyn Saints” focuses less on the game and more on the development of the team’s community. Photo Source - Netflix.

‘We Are: The Brooklyn Saints’ is an emotional documentary on football, community

February 22, 2021

How Black representation in film and television can impact, empower

February 11, 2021
The Dig replicates the detailed setting of 1940s Europe - Image Credit - Netflix.

Netflix’s ‘The Dig’ dramatically retells an important archeological discovery

February 11, 2021
Image Courtesy of Disney

Disney’s ‘The Mandalorian’ continues to excite with the start of its second season

November 15, 2020
Students showcase their talents in unique locations in ICDEs Fall Production

Iona College Dance Ensemble presents their 2020 Virtual Fall Production

November 15, 2020

Why lacking talent isn’t a carrier to developing skill

November 2, 2020
Photo Courtesy of Nico Tavernise and Netflix

‘The Trial of the Chicago 7’: A thrilling retelling of one of America’s most notorious trials

November 2, 2020
Adam Sandler haunts viewers with another crude performance in Hubie Halloween - Photo Courtsey of Netflix

Adam Sandler Frightens Audiences Once Again With Netflix’s “Hubie Halloween”

October 16, 2020
Merawi Gerima’s “Residue” Depicts the Harsh, Emotional Relationships of Black Communities in America - Joseph Ferrer - Photo Courtesy of Array

Merawi Gerima’s ‘Residue’ depicts harsh, emotional relationships of Black communities in America

October 1, 2020
Iona’s Fine and Performing Arts Department holds the Annual Dance Symposium in new virtual format - Joseph Ferrer - Photo taken from Iona College Virtual Dance Symposium.

Iona’s Fine and Performing Arts Department holds the Annual Dance Symposium in new virtual format

October 1, 2020
Photo courtesy of Disney.

Disney’s ‘Mulan’ remake is a shallow telling of the original

September 18, 2020
Photo courtesy of Netflix.

‘Project Power’: A messy thriller that doesn’t live up to its potential

September 1, 2020
Photo courtesy of Netflix.

Netflix’s ‘High Score’: A fun but barebones look into the gaming industry

September 1, 2020

‘Howard’ shines light on life of late Disney composer

August 19, 2020

Motivation for when the pandemic passes

April 17, 2020

The Invisible Man

April 2, 2020

Strong script, revamped animation help ‘Sonic’ soar

February 27, 2020

Finding a balance between social media, mental health

February 27, 2020
Will Arnett carries “Lego Masters” with a self-aware sense humor to the energetic brick-building show.

‘Lego Masters’ builds firm foundation, lacks emphasis on creations

February 20, 2020
In the latest extension of the Star Wars universe, “The Mandalorian” follows the epic journey of a cold-hearted bounty hunter.

‘The Mandalorian’ is strong start for Disney+

December 5, 2019
Dragon Ball Super: Broly is one of the stellar anime films that debuted in movie theaters this year.

Big year for anime in the West as genre gains popularity

November 14, 2019

Apple launches new gaming subscription service

October 31, 2019
“Joker” shows us the untold origin story of one of DC Comics’ most iconic villains.

Joaquin Phoenix gives eerily thrilling performance

October 17, 2019
There are many viral memes from the past year that can become a creative Halloween, such as SpongeBob.

Pop-culture inspired Halloween costume ideas

October 4, 2019
Fun, inexpensive activities to do in New Rochelle

Fun, inexpensive activities to do in New Rochelle

September 19, 2019
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