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A Controversial, Earnest Look Into Donald Trump on “The Apprentice”

A Controversial, Earnest Look Into Donald Trump on “The Apprentice”

One of the best films of the year, and the one Donald Trump doesn’t want you to see.
Ryley Salazar, Staff Writer
October 21, 2024
“Let’s Boil the Wolverines”: A “Saturday Night” Review

“Let’s Boil the Wolverines”: A “Saturday Night” Review

Jason Reitman’s messy biopic is more than a celebration of the beloved NBC series at its 50th season; it’s an ode to the legendary comedies and rebellious performers of its era.
Ryley Salazar, Staff Writer
October 14, 2024
“Joker: Folie à Deux” May Inflict Madness Upon You: A Review

“Joker: Folie à Deux” May Inflict Madness Upon You: A Review

Todd Phillips’ cynical, bizarre musical sequel blends together elements that shouldn’t work, but somehow do.
Ryley Salazar, Staff Writer
October 7, 2024
“Bottoms” (2023): A Highly Comedic Feminist Suckerpunch

“Bottoms” (2023): A Highly Comedic Feminist Suckerpunch

Seligman’s sophomore film is a perfect storm of quirky, weird and violent.
Kate Stuck, Staff Writer
July 1, 2024
Ready, Set, Match: “Challengers” Takes the Summer By Storm

Ready, Set, Match: “Challengers” Takes the Summer By Storm

Luca Guadagnino’s film is fun and competitive, masterfully executing all the factors needed to make a successful sports drama.
Kate Stuck, Staff Writer
June 17, 2024
Netflix's Damsel Movie Poster

Netflix’s “Damsel” Put Me in (Emotional) Distress

By the end, I was hoping the dragon would kill me too.
Marley Hamil, Staff Writer
June 3, 2024
Dune: Part Two Official Movie Poster

A Shining Sequel: Review of “Dune: Part Two”

Made for both die-hard fans and newcomers to the Dune series, Villeneuve’s film offers stunning visuals, compelling performances and a captivating story that faithfully adapts the essence of Frank Herbert’s original series.
Marley Hamil, Staff Writer
April 8, 2024
Boy and the Heron movie poster.

A Critical Look at “The Boy and the Heron”

As a longtime fan of Miyazaki’s work, I had hoped for another masterpiece on par with “Spirited Away” or “Princess Mononoke.” Instead, I found myself longing for the emotional depth and narrative coherence that characterized his earlier films.
Marley Hamil, Staff Writer
February 19, 2024
"Past Lives": What Is, Not What Once Was

“Past Lives”: What Is, Not What Once Was

A review of Celine Song’s brilliant directorial debut.
Kate Stuck, Staff Writer
February 5, 2024
“Slap Shot” Shoots and Scores for Laughs

“Slap Shot” Shoots and Scores for Laughs

Between the on-ice action and off-ice jokes, the 1977 hockey comedy “Slap Shot” makes for a funny movie to watch.
Claire Valenti, Sports Writer
July 31, 2023
Worthy to Stand on Its Own: A “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery” review

Worthy to Stand on Its Own: A “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery” review

Rian Johnson’s “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery” is a fresh take on the detective genre and an overall stunning film.
Bee Bishop, Editor in Chief
December 12, 2022
Wendell & Wild Netflix Promotional Poster

“Wendell & Wild” Review

Jordan Peele joins forces with the director of “Coraline” and “The Nightmare Before Christmas” to sculpt a creepy and complex new world.
Khadijah Rashid, Staff Writer
November 7, 2022
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