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'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...

'Love Hurts' disappoints with hollow characters and story

‘Love Hurts’ disappoints with hollow characters and story

By Will Caron, Staff Writer February 14, 2025

“Love Hurts” —  released by Universal Pictures on Feb. 7 —  hurt to watch. The film is directed by Jonathan Eusebio, starring the lovable Ke Huy Quan as Marvin Gable as well as Ariana DeBose,...

Comedic duo helps to prop up the horror in 'Heart Eyes'

Comedic duo helps to prop up the horror in ‘Heart Eyes’

By Mila Ventura-Rodriguez, Staff Writer February 14, 2025

“Heart Eyes”, directed by CollegeHumor alum Josh Ruben, follows two art directors for a wedding ring company who are mistaken as a couple by a serial killer who murders couples on Valentine’s Day....

'Companion' draws from the hard drives of horror for endless thrills

‘Companion’ draws from the hard drives of horror for endless thrills

By Sheelagh Doe, Life and Culture Editor February 5, 2025

“Companion” is one of the best multifaceted horror movies to be released in recent times, and is full to the brim with shock factor. After hitting theaters Jan. 31, the film showcases the genre’s...

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