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Mortal Engines is Flawed, But Fun to Watch

Michael Karpov, Staff Writer January 8, 2019

As I was first going into the movie theater to watch Mortal Engines, I didn’t have high expectations. I knew the studio lost an estimated $100 million. I also knew from internet comments that the...

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“Bohemian Rhapsody” Spotlights Queen’s Rise and Mercury’s Personal Struggles

Michael Karpov, Staff Writer November 13, 2018

Bohemian Rhapsody tells the amazing story of Freddie Mercury and Queen in their rise to becoming one of the most legendary bands in the world. The movie’s extensive use of the band's hits never felt...

What To Watch On Netflix This Spooky Season

What To Watch On Netflix This Spooky Season

Nicole Breger, Staff Writer October 30, 2018

As the chilly weather draws us inside and fall sports come to a close, it's a good time for candy and some scary Netflix binging. Movies The Shining (R)- It’s an all-time classic film with the memorable...

The plot of Infinity War is truly unique. Since there are so many characters, the film cannot follow a traditional three-act structure. Image source: http://marvel.com/avengers

‘Avengers: Infinity War’ Presents Talented Ensemble Cast

Joey Lewis, Staff Writer June 2, 2018

Marvel movies are a staple of movie fun. These films aren’t made by visionaries, with stories defining the generation. Neither are these films pandering to the lowest common denominator, with bad jokes...

Jumanji may be a video game movie, but it flips the stereotype on its head. Image source: http://www.jumanjimovie.com/site/

‘Jumanji’ Flips the Script

Joey Lewis, Staff Writer January 24, 2018

What do you think when you hear the words “Video Game Movie”? You probably think “Bad,” and you wouldn’t be wrong, in most cases. The majority of movies based on video games are of low quality. This...

The lessons from the original trilogy were nothing new. It presented a black and white moral universe where good beats evil and heart beats tech. What was important was that these themes were executed well. 
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Star Wars Sells Out, Becomes Stale

Joey Lewis, Staff Writer January 17, 2018

'It would be idiotic to write a review of this film, because chances are you’ve already seen it. That sums up the power and influence of the Star Wars franchise. It’s the kind of thing people often...

Neither faction wants to see their plans foiled by this killer kitty. Image source: Warnerbros.com

A Review of The Lego Ninjago Movie

Joey Lewis, Staff Writer October 10, 2017

You may have heard of a family flick called The Lego Movie. The first installment seemed to many like a cash-in on the iconic toys we know and love. Surprisingly, the film innovated in animation and...

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The Zookeeper’s Wife Depicts Hope in the Face of Horror

Justin Dubin, Staff Writer April 22, 2017

*This review contains spoilers. Director Niki Caro brings history to vivid life in The Zookeeper’s Wife, based on the book by Diane Ackerman. In a most surprising place, right under the Nazis’...

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‘Patriot’s Day’ Depicts Boston Marathon Bombing With Haunting Realism

Justin Dubin, Staff Writer February 26, 2017

A touching and beautiful, yet heartbreaking tribute to the victims of the Boston Marathon Bombing, Patriot’s Day reveals the heroics of first responders and shows a city come together as one. Directed...

In short, The Space Between Us didn’t suck as much as I thought it would.  If you like romance and science fiction, give it a try. Image source: http://stxmovies.com/thespacebetweenus/

‘Space Between Us’ Better Than Expected

Michal Becker, Staff Writer February 16, 2017

There are very few movies that receive poor reviews but are still actually worth watching.The Space Between Us is one of these movies. The cosmic love story takes viewers on a journey of romance and adventure. After...

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Shyamalan Puts Original Twist on Classic Thriller Conventions in ‘Split’

Alex Cala, Opinion Editor February 13, 2017

Night Shyamalan’s Split is a highly enjoyable, heart-pounding thriller with strong performances by James McAvoy and Anya Taylor-Joy and an ending that establishes the film as one of the best of the year...

Rey (Daisy Ridley) provides a strong role model for young girls, and is a critical component of the films success. Image source: starwars.com/the-force-awakens/.

“The Force Awakens” Captures Spirit of Original Star Wars Trilogy

Dalia Zullig, Online Editor-in-Chief February 6, 2016

Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, directed by J.J. Abrams, grossed $1 billion in 12 days. It is the first film domestically to surpass Avatar as the highest grossing film of all time, and the highest...

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