Movies
Could Dune be the Next Global Sci-Fi Franchise?
After countless pushbacks and delays, fans all around the globe were finally able to experience Denis Villanue’s long-awaited sci-fi blockbuster, Dune. Originally scheduled for release on November 20, 2020, to say that the film was highly anticipated is an understatement.
There Will Never be Another Movie Like Sharkboy and Lavagirl
Returning to the films we grew up with can be a painful reality check. Movies like Attack of the Clones, which once resonated with me as a thrilling sci-fi spectacle, now make for an awkward viewing experience due to the stilted acting and grating dialogue.
The French Dispatch: A Culmination of Wes Anderson’s Interests
Cinema is an art form that brings you the unexpected, (Martin Scorsese, “I Said Marvel Movies Aren’t Cinema: Let Me Explain”).
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Be Gay Do Crime: On LGBT Representation in Dog Day Afternoon and the New Hollywood Era
Content warning: this article contains brief mentions of suicidal ideation and attempts, historical homophobia and racism.
Music in Movies?…Portrait of a Lady on Fire Says No
Musical composition has reigned as one of the most defining qualities in films since sound made its debut, but its absence may be just as impactful.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Lives up to the Hype and More
There are certain fictional characters that hold very significant personal meanings to their fans, regardless of what media they come from. This can be because we relate to, admire, idolize, or just simply adore these individuals.
Disney: A Way to Relive Your Childhood
To go back to the days of 101 Dalmatians on VCR: my beaten-up The Little Mermaid backpack happily sits on my back while I dance to the Beauty and the Beast Soundtrack and his light-up Lion King Sketchers glow as we play k
The Batman: The New Gold Standard
Matt Reeves' The Batman, which hit theaters March 4th, is the latest adaptation of the beloved caped crusader. With nine live action films already made, getting another film may feel redundant to some.
Justifying Guts and Gore in Akira
Warning: Spoilers for the film’s conclusion ahead!
The Lorax: What is Behind the Truffula Trees
Since 2013, I have forgotten that this depiction of Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax existed in the same world I live in. Ever since the work of gravity from the pockets of actor Zac Efron occurred, The Lorax has been kept out of my mind and far from my screens.
