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Tomb Raider could also be called “white woman’s burden.” It mirrors social progress in some ways, and in others shows how far we still have to go. I haven’t seen the original Angelina Jolie version of …

A lot can go wrong with a movie. Characters can be caricatures of their own beliefs, and their development can feel stunted or, worse, forced. The script can be clunky or way too smooth. The …

On May 2nd, YouTube Red will release Cobra Kai, a spin-off series based on the famous dojo in The Karate Kid. Just like every other franchise or production company monopoly nowadays, this franchise decided it couldn’t just let a …

Anyone familiar with Wes Anderson, knows he is almost as well-known for killing off dogs in his movies as he is for liking things to look symmetrical. He has been so criticized for this canine …

South Korea has created some impeccable films in recent memory, building up its reputation around the world as a great exporter of artistic expression.  Director Richard Keaney agrees with this sentiment as well, shifting his …

The Room. Gosh, where do you begin with this colossal disasterpiece? How could you approach such a monumentally laughed at film with such sincerity and reverence? And how in God’s creation did a man none …

Love, Simon has officially released and has captured the hearts of many. With its charming performances and well-written story, the movie is a serious breath of fresh air. The movie is incredibly smart, handling its …

Want to play a game? Every time I hear that harmless and inviting question I automatically think of one of the most gruesomely cruel, disturbing and repulsive film series of the last decade: Saw. Abreast …

With the new documentary, Muppet Guys Talking (detailing the artists’ creative processes and characters’ secret backstories), now available online, I think it’s time I appreciate these puppets for being the best thing that ever happened to my childhood …

“Ugh, that movie is so overrated!” How many times have you heard that phrase? Maybe you and your friends are discussing the new dystopian film you all want to see or you’re just discussing a …

Female filmmakers (including Rachel Morrison, the first woman to be Oscar-nominated for cinematography) have been in the spotlight recently. At the same time, women in the entertainment industry are fighting for their rights more vocally …

The 90th Academy Awards have come and gone and Guillermo Del Toro’s The Shape of Water was awarded as the best movie of the year by the Academy of Arts and Sciences.  However, the award was met with …

In a world full of political strife, political dramas are becoming more and more relevant. And if you’re like me, you’re becoming more interested in politics by the day. Corruption, conspiracies, and government secrets also …

Black Panther matters. If you’ve been paying much attention to the news or social media lately, you’ve probably been made aware of its record-breaking success . Black Panther opened this past weekend to a whopping …

Black Panther is setting the world on fire with many claiming it as a monumental moment in the cultural zeitgeist.  Rotten Tomatoes even claimed it as the best reviewed live-action superhero movie ever made this …

Almost every movie nowadays has at least one swear word in it. It’s not a huge issue, but how often does profanity need to be used and how often is it really just a filler for …

Wes Anderson has a solid record of movies such as Moonrise Kingdom and The Grand Budapest Hotel, which actually won a few Academy Awards. While he does get praise from many, there are others who …

Don’t get me wrong–I love Forrest Gump as much as the next person, but honestly, how did this movie win any Oscars at all? And it didn’t just win one Oscar–it won six: Best Picture, Best …

More and more movies are based on books. While some would call this a beneficial aspect of the film industry, is it really what Hollywood should be doing? My argument sounds similar to my criticisms …

Marvel’s newest film Black Panther is shaping up to be something spectacular. With ticket pre-sales out selling all other superhero movie pre-sales and praise filled reviews coming from every side, Black Panther may just be …

When we see those words, “based on a true story,” flash across the screen, our heart skips a beat. The story we are about to see is true. It’s real. It happened. But why this …

The city of Sacramento, California has been proud of itself during Academy Award season before. Mostly because stars such as Jessica Chastain and Brie Larson hail from here… oh and two-in-a-row winner Tom Hanks briefly …

Writer’s Note: This article is purely for satirical and humorous purposes only. Let’s not act like Disney isn’t just one big conspiracy to get us all to spend our money on melodramatic movies and overpriced …

It seems like sequels are becoming more and more commonplace in film. Is this a period of Hollywood enlightenment or a dismal slump in the quality of movies? Let’s take a look back at the …

Tom Hanks — The King of Modern Hollywood When people think of great actors, one of the first names mentioned is Tom Hanks. He stars in arguably more recognizable and classic films than any other …

December had a lot of highs, but it also had some serious lows.  Considering many attempted Oscar and general entertainment films are both released in December, this reality isn’t necessarily unforeseen.  Nevertheless, I had to sit …

December has become a hodge podge for the film industry.  It’s where indie darlings begin there ascent into the mind of the academy, and where mega blockbusters make a ton of money.  There’s a lot to navigate …

The mind of a serial killer is a never-ending web of insanity and curiousity that makes for a fascinating, and incredibly uncomfortable, feature film.  My Friend Dahmer is no exception as the film looks into the mind …

Dream projects is back for another round of fun movie ideas.  Let’s be honest, you’re tired of the same slop that Hollywood keeps feeding you, and I don’t blame you!  Wouldn’t you rather see stars …

The unfortunate of reality of Hollywood is becoming more apparent as more sexual offenders are accused every single day.  Men like Louis C.K and Kevin Spacey are just a few of the big names that …