“To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before”: A Feel-Good Treasure
September 23, 2018
As the new school year begins, students understandably find less and less time to watch movies solely for leisure. However, it is of great importance to set aside time for viewing movies with no responsibility to take notes or think critically in order to analyze what you’ve watched. The newest Ne...
“Annihilation” Destined to Be a Classic
Cy Burchenal, Staff Reporter
March 1, 2018
Alex Garland’s “Annihilation” is a film as captivating as it is disturbing. Set in a national forest following an unexplained biological disaster, the film focuses on the fate of a team of scientists sent in to investigate the paranormal event, dubbed “The Shimmer.” The central premise of “A...
Star Wars: The Last Jedi Movie Review
Alasdair Padman, Staff Reporter
January 25, 2018
Rian Johnson’s “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” (2017) is the antithesis of J. J. Abrams’ “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” (2015). “The Force Awakens” was a nostalgia trip for old fans and an easily digestible introduction for new fans. In 2015, audiences met new faces as well as old, but the...
“Blade Runner 2049” Reflects Society
October 14, 2017
The newly-released film "blade Runner 2049" is an excellent mirror into today's society.
“Baby Driver” Soundtrack Drives Film
Alasdair Padman, Staff Writer
September 11, 2017
"Baby Driver” is an action-driven film with no time for character development: a technically perfect example of its genre. It is also a masterful blend of music and movement—the synchronicity of the two, giving that much more life to this grim noir world. So how does Edgar Wright, director of a nu...
“Fantastic Beasts” an enchanting “Potter” prequel
Eric Anderson, A&E Editor
December 1, 2016
Mixing the charms of its characters, an engaging narrative and grandiose visuals to strong effect, “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,” a prequel to the “Harry Potter” franchise, is an uncommonly affable and whimsical film that has much to offer audiences. It is noticeably superior to ...
“Art of the Deal” movie mocks Trump’s crass side
Michelle Foster, Staff Writer
November 3, 2016
Political humor is at its most bizarre in the Funny or Die production, “Donald Trump’s The Art of the Deal: The Movie.” The film, released on Feb. 10, 2016, is a parody that highlights the absurdity and crudeness that has come with this year’s controversial Republican presidential candidate. The ...
“Amanda Knox” a raw look at the media
Missy Gerlach, Staff Reporter
October 9, 2016
This past week, I attended a meeting for students planning to study abroad. Around 20 students and myself anxiously sat together, waiting for the speaker talk us through the process of choosing and applying to the available programs. As my eyes scanned down the long list of cities and countries where I cou...
“Batman v Superman” is a Super-Clunker
Eric Anderson, Staff Writer
April 7, 2016
Zack Snyder's superhero match-up is bogged down by an incoherent plot, bad characterization and unimpressive action.
Netflix Gems: The Best Films You Didn’t Hear About
Eric Anderson, Staff Writer
March 3, 2016
"Nightcrawler", "Beyond the Lights" and "White God" are among the better films to grace Netflix in the past year.
Holiday Movie Catchup: A Look at this Winter’s Best
Eric Anderson, A&E Writer
January 28, 2016
With most of 2015's holiday releases wrapping up their box office runs, it's time to look back at three of the better films to grace theaters this past Christmas.
Movie Review: “Beasts of No Nation” features remarkable acting, bleak premise
Eric Anderson, Staff Writer
November 17, 2015
The first direct-to-Netflix film is a chilling, powerful affair, with some of the best novice acting put on screen.
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