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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...

'Invincible' continues to earn its name in action-packed third season

‘Invincible’ continues to earn its name in action-packed third season

By Will Caron, Staff Writer March 27, 2025

Throughout its first two seasons, “Invincible” has proved to be an entertainingly fun, bloody, emotion-packed and subversive take on the superhero genre. Its third season continues that trend while...

'I Said I Love You First' shows Gomez's renewed love

‘I Said I Love You First’ shows Gomez’s renewed love

By Liam McDermott, Staff Writer March 27, 2025

On March 21, Selena Gomez released her fourth studio album and first in almost five years. The album, “I Said I Love You First,” was made in collaboration with her fiancé, songwriter and producer...

'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...

Gaga brings plenty of musical 'Mayhem' with her latest album

Gaga brings plenty of musical ‘Mayhem’ with her latest album

By Sheelagh Doe, Life and Culture Editor March 20, 2025

Fans of Lady Gaga have been patiently waiting for the pop-rock star’s return to writing music and as of March 7, they got it with the release of her seventh studio album, “Mayhem.” Gaga has resurfaced...

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...

'People Watching' spotlights Fender's vulnerability

‘People Watching’ spotlights Fender’s vulnerability

By Billy Wood, Staff Writer March 6, 2025

After over three years of silence, British rocker Sam Fender released his anticipated third studio album, “People Watching,” on Feb. 21. Fender, now 30, has maintained his indie musical style on...

'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...

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