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'A Minecraft Movie' doesn't chicken out from being itself

‘A Minecraft Movie’ doesn’t chicken out from being itself

By Allison Dolan, Staff Writer April 9, 2025
“A Minecraft Movie,” directed by Jared Hess, is the film adaptation of the formative video game. The film released April 4 and was highly anticipated despite the trailers receiving backlash from fans. Good comedic writing and some strong performances help to make up for the poorly developed characters and questionable plot.
Comedy and horror fuse for one 'Hell of a Summer'

Comedy and horror fuse for one ‘Hell of a Summer’

By Brian Murray, Contributing Writer April 9, 2025

The horror genre is no stranger to camp, both in tone and subject matter. In “Hell of a Summer,” the new horror comedy from upstart writer-directors Finn Wolfhard and Billy Bryk, a group of summer...

'Snow White' writes past the storybook pages

‘Snow White’ writes past the storybook pages

By Lucia Iandolo, Photo Editor March 27, 2025

“Snow White” premiered in U.S. theaters March 21, reimagining the renowned Disney classic to give Snow White a purpose beyond merely eating a poisoned apple and being woken up by true love’s kiss....

'Novocaine' bends the action genre with dynamic characters

‘Novocaine’ bends the action genre with dynamic characters

By Shelby Riley-Cherubin, Contributing Writer March 21, 2025

“Novocaine” welcomes Jack Quaid back to the screens after an outstanding performance in his most recent movie “Companion” in January. This action-comedy movie follows Nathan Caine (Quaid) who...

Cult movie 'Opus' is obsessed with the wrong things

Cult movie ‘Opus’ is obsessed with the wrong things

By Ava Suffredini, Video Editor March 20, 2025

“Opus,” released March 14, attempts to be a standout contemporary horror film. Despite fans and critics comparing “Opus” to popular movies such as “Midsommar” and “Get Out,” it ultimately...

'My Dead Friend Zoe' attempts to explore heavy-handed concepts

‘My Dead Friend Zoe’ attempts to explore heavy-handed concepts

By Juno Brooks, Contributing Writer March 5, 2025

“My Dead Friend Zoe” follows the tear-jerking story of Merit (Sonequa Martin-Green) as she works through the grief of losing her friend and fellow servicemember, Zoe (Natalie Morales). After a call...

Way too much 'Riff Raff' to go around

Way too much ‘Riff Raff’ to go around

By Nolan Sheehan, Life & Culture Editor March 5, 2025

Flying into theaters with as much grace as a clumsy housecat, Dito Montiel's “Riff Raff” debuted in theaters Feb. 28. A former hitman, Vincent (Ed Harris), tries to fall off the grid after living...

Audiences are stunned at 'Last Breath'

Audiences are stunned at ‘Last Breath’

By Will Caron, Staff Writer March 5, 2025

“Last Breath” — released by Focus Features on Feb. 28 — proved to be an utterly nail-biting, terrifying experience through and through. The film is directed by Alex Parkinson, who directed many...

'The Unbreakable Boy' is not clear of cracks

‘The Unbreakable Boy’ is not clear of cracks

By Gianna Izzo, Contributing Writer February 28, 2025

“The Unbreakable Boy,” released Feb. 21, attempts to tell an uplifting, emotional story about overcoming adversity, but it ultimately falters under cliches, superficial writing and shallow storytelling....

'The Monkey' brings quality horror with a dose of comedic effect

‘The Monkey’ brings quality horror with a dose of comedic effect

By Brian Murray, Contributing Writer February 26, 2025

Fresh off the grassroots success of 2024’s “Longlegs,” writer-director Osgood Perkins knocked out another creative horror movie with “The Monkey,” adapted from Stephen King’s short story....

'Captain America: Brave New World' repeats the mistakes of the old

‘Captain America: Brave New World’ repeats the mistakes of the old

By Allison Dolan, Contributing Writer February 19, 2025

“Captain America: Brave New World,” directed by Julius Onah, marks the eagerly-anticipated movie debut of Sam Wilson’s Captain America, portrayed by Anthony Mackie. In the modern phase of Marvel...

'Paddington in Peru' takes unexpected turn for the franchise

‘Paddington in Peru’ takes unexpected turn for the franchise

By Rua Fay, Staff Writer February 19, 2025

This Valentine’s Day — after eight years of waiting — English icon Paddington Bear made his return to United States cinemas. “Paddington in Peru” follows the story of the venturesome bear as...

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