By: Brandon Kennedy, Staff Writer It’s not often you get a movie about one of the greatest characters in Marvel Comics, Venom. The 2018 Venom film was a really fun movie, including chase sequences, a good storyline, simple to understand, and it had great fight scenes. The second installment is no exception. Venom: Let There Be…
By Brandon Kennedy, Staff Writer A lot of the best selling novels throughout the country get turned into movies. Nicholas Sparks has works that have been turned into movies starting as early as the 1990’s. One of these movies is Safe Haven, a film about starting over in a small town and also shows what…
Well, this is a blast from the past. Recently, a remake of one of my all-time favorite romance movies came out. The original She’s All That is a romance movie starring Freddie Prinze Jr, Rachael Leigh Cook, Paul Walker and even featured an appearance from Matthew Lillard. It was an amazing movie back in the…
By: Brandon Kennedy, Staff Writer The newest movie from Marvel Studios is out. I had the pleasure to go see Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. As you are aware, the hero’s journey begins when the character goes on a quest and in this quest eventually saves the world. But what would you do…
By : Samuel Chapdelaine / Staff Writer Based on the 2011 novel written by Donald Ray Pollock, The Devil All The Time is a substandard movie that honestly could’ve been a fantastic TV series. Before I attack the movie, I have to at least give a round of applause to this star stellar cast. Tom…
By Ryan Farrell, Staff Writer After Easter weekend marked the release of Selah and the Spades, a new streaming title on Amazon Prime. This private high school drama sets up an interesting world, but its format doesn’t allow it to flourish properly. While there are stellar performances from the main cast, it is not enough…
By: Ryan Farrell, Staff Writer Last week, longtime producer Alan Yang released his sixth directorial release. Tigertail is a Taiwanese film that tells the story of an immigrant through multiple points in his life, slowly revealing his dramatic plots. While this is a competent film, at points it feels like it has bitten off more…
By: Ryan Farrell, Staff Writer Last Weekend, Netflix added another exclusive comedy feature to its streaming catalog. From director Michael Dowse comes Coffee & Kareem, a lackluster buddy cop movie with an adult sense of humor. While the cast is experienced enough, its linear and predictable story and characters make for a mediocre film….
By: Ryan Farrell, Staff Writer Disney Pixar’s newest film Onward was released into theaters in early March, however preventative measures caused by the COVID-19 pandemic closed theaters and prevented many from viewing it. As a result, Disney made a historic move and added it to their streaming service Disney+ less than a month after…
By: Ryan Farrell, Staff Writer Amazon Prime recently released “Blow the Man Down” as an exclusive film. This film from Bridget Cole and Danielle Crudy is meant to be a dark comedy, set in a fictional coastal town in Maine. While it takes advantage of the environment to differentiate it from other crime mysteries, its…
By: Ryan Farrell, Staff Writer While “Portrait of a Lady on Fire” was originally released in Europe last year, it has finally started showing in the United States. This international hit was created by French director Céline Sciamma. While this film takes place in eighteenth-century France, its cinematography, acting, and artistic direction make it feel…
By: Ryan Farrell, Staff Writer For the first time in over twenty years, Jack London’s novel “The Call of the Wild” was adapted to the big screen. “The Call of the Wild” is directed by Chris Sanders, and stars Harrison Ford and Terry Notary. While Ford’s performance and the stunning nature setpieces stand out, the…
By: Ryan Farrell, Staff Writer Last weekend marked the release of DC’s first film of the new decade, “Harley Quinn: Birds of Prey”. This violent anti-hero piece is full of life and color; it heavily differentiates itself from past films in the DC Universe. While it’s unique style is impressive, it often messes with the…
By: Ryan Farrell, Staff Writer Last weekend marked the release of January’s last horror release. Oz Perkins launched his vision of a classic Grimm fairy tale, alternatively titled as “Gretel & Hansel”. The film puts Gretel at the center of the stage, allowing her to define the story. While “Gretel & Hansel” falls short on…
By: Ryan Farrell, Staff Writer A late contender to the 2020 film awards season is Sam Mendes’ “1917”, a period piece that takes place during the tail end of World War I. Released in early January, “1917” uniquely captures the war through cinematography and perspective. The wide variety of locations are incredibly immersive, as are…
By: Ryan Farrell, Staff Writer Julien Abraham’s new drama, originally titled “Mon Frère”, was released on Netflix as “Brother” last weekend after it was released in international cinemas in July. This French drama, starring MHD and Darren Muselet, features a plethora of emotional performances and raw talent. Unfortunately, a confusing and vague story with a…
By: Ryan Farrell, Staff Writer Director Robert Eggers recently released his second film “The Lighthouse”, another historically stylized masterpiece. Similarly to his first film “The Witch”, “The Lighthouse” redefines the horror genre with an enchantingly shaded atmosphere. This challenging, dream-like tale is elevated by haunting cinematography, Willem Dafoe and Robert Pattinson’s outstanding performances and a…
By: Ryan Farrell, Staff Writer When Zombieland was released ten years ago, it broke the horror genre’s mold by merging it with an upbeat comedic tone and a charismatic cast. Almost a decade later, the highly anticipated sequel Zombieland: Double Tap has finally made its way into theatres. Director Ruben Fleischer is back at the…
By: Ryan Farrell, Staff Writer For the first time, DC releases a film solely focused on the infamous comic book villain Joker, directed by Todd Philips. Although the film’s content has stirred controversy regarding its subject matter, it has been met with critical and financial success nonetheless. Joaquin Phoenix’s dominating performance is disturbingly profound and…
By: Ryan Farrell, Staff Writer James Gray’s new film Ad Astra brings a unique vision to the science fiction genre by emphasizing on extraterrestrial exploration. It functions as a psychological analysis showing how far mankind will go to find alien life. The incredibly realistic effects make for an immersive experience. Unfortunately, the journey is far…
By Ryan Farrell, Staff Writer This weekend marked the release of the Netflix original film Between Two Ferns: The Movie. Zach Galifianakis certainly carries the film and makes it stand out from other comedy’s. While this purposefully uncomfortable comedy can be consistent with its web-series, its basic story prevents it from being great. Between Two…
By: Ryan Farrell, Staff Writer The Goldfinch is a slow paced tragic character study. It portrays grief through the decades and how it shapes people. While the generational transitions feel repetitive, the time periods are distinguished effectively. This is further enhanced by a capable and consistent cast. Anyone looking for a unique cinematic character study…
By: Ryan Farrell, Staff Writer Last weekend, the long-awaited sequel to It (2017) debuted in theatres. After bringing in record numbers for the genre, the previous film set a new standard for modern horror. It: Chapter 2 continues the story in an effective and captivating manner, which the cast only heightens. The adaptation explores aspects…
By Cullen McIntyre, Sports Editor Full Spoiler Warning ahead. I will be diving into everything that occurred over the three hours of greatness the Russo brothers brought to the big screen. Where do I start, this movie is the perfect ending for a franchise that began over a decade ago. Obviously the Marvel franchise is…