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Review: Struggling family’s story told with grace

By Phoebe Harms, Staff Writer • December 2, 2018

“Wildlife” leaves the audience with a reminder: Life can be the hardest it’s ever been but still be beautiful.

Review: Sci-fi thriller lives up to genre expectations

By Colin Tessier, Staff Writer • April 13, 2017

“Life” has all of the characteristics of a typical alien horror movie, and that is both a blessing and a curse. “Life” offers a modern day take on Ridley Scott’s classic, “Alien.” With state-of-the-art...

Commentary: Asian Americans lack representation in the media

By Sara Kim • April 12, 2017

Whitewashing AAPI roles erases the existence of AAPI in the media and continues to be an ongoing issue with Hollywood’s major motion picture films.

Review: ‘Everest’ film turns into a frigid failure

By Matthew Radulski, Staff Writer • October 6, 2015

“Everest” had the tools to be a great film, boasting decent acting and interesting cinematography, but it fails in nearly every aspect to connect these pieces together.

Review: Superb acting from Gyllenhaal fuels ‘Nightcrawler’

By Kenny Chapman, Staff Writer • November 5, 2014

Though its pacing occasionally falters, "Nightcrawler" soars thanks to a powerful lead performance.

Review: Clumsy plot proves own worst enemy

By Austin Gold, Staff Writer • April 9, 2014

Psychological thriller stumbles over a confounding and disappointing plot.

Review: Suspenseful drama arrests audiences

By Byron Bixler, Contributing Writer • September 25, 2013

In intense thriller "Prisoners," Jake Gyllenhaal and Hugh Jackman give some of the best performances of their careers.