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Bong Joon-ho’s “Mickey 17” Falls Short of Prior Greatness

Bong Joon-ho’s “Mickey 17” Falls Short of Prior Greatness

Oscar-winning director Bong Joon-ho’s long awaited follow-up film is as daring as it is overambitious.
Ryley Salazar, Staff Writer
March 10, 2025
“Becoming Led Zeppelin” A Rockin’ Examination of Early Days of Iconic Band

“Becoming Led Zeppelin” A Rockin’ Examination of Early Days of Iconic Band

Led Zeppelin fans, you will not be disappointed. This documentary is worth a listen and watch.
Billy O’Brien, Podcaster
March 3, 2025
“Captain America: Brave New World” Couldn’t Even Save Itself: A Review

“Captain America: Brave New World” Couldn’t Even Save Itself: A Review

The only “brave” thing to come from Marvel Studios’ latest movie is their decision to release it.
Ryley Salazar, Staff Writer
February 24, 2025
A24’s “Y2K” Is More Nostalgic for the Past than Its Audience

A24’s “Y2K” Is More Nostalgic for the Past than Its Audience

A24’s under-radar release attempts to hide its inconsistencies behind a flashy, nostalgic aesthetic.
Ryley Salazar, Staff Writer
February 17, 2025
“The Beast” (2023) Is Coming For Us All

“The Beast” (2023) Is Coming For Us All

Bonello’s French film stuns in a dizzying, heady commentary regarding AI and what it means to be human.
Kate Stuck, Staff Writer
February 10, 2025
Troubled by Ambition: “The Brutalist” Review

Troubled by Ambition: “The Brutalist” Review

A24 and Director Brady Corbet create a tour de force that loses sight of its meaning.
Ryley Salazar, Staff Writer
February 3, 2025
“Gladiator II” Kills (and Not in a Good Way)

“Gladiator II” Kills (and Not in a Good Way)

Gladiator II commits the greatest sin of a historical action drama – it bores.
Kate Stuck, Staff Writer
December 9, 2024
“Wicked” Deserves Its Chance to Fly: A Review

“Wicked” Deserves Its Chance to Fly: A Review

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande defy gravity and expectations in the first part of a lengthy, beloved musical epic.
Ryley Salazar, Staff Writer
December 9, 2024
“The Substance” And The Disintegration of Women

“The Substance” And The Disintegration of Women

The body horror movie by Coralie Fargeat tackles society’s biggest obsession and fear: aging women.
Kate Stuck, Staff Writer
November 18, 2024
“Red One” Deserves to Be Put on the Naughty List

“Red One” Deserves to Be Put on the Naughty List

With the holiday season approaching, be sure to watch any Christmas flick but this one.
Ryley Salazar, Staff Writer
November 18, 2024
“Anora” Is a Triumph in American Cinema

“Anora” Is a Triumph in American Cinema

Director Sean Baker’s Palme d’Or winner proves contemporary American independent cinema can succeed.
Ryley Salazar, Staff Writer
November 11, 2024
Thank God It’s Finally Over: A Review of “Venom: The Last Dance”

Thank God It’s Finally Over: A Review of “Venom: The Last Dance”

Sony Pictures tries riding on the coattails of the MCU's success, but instead fall face first.
Ryley Salazar, Staff Writer
November 4, 2024
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