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Kinky sex scenes fail to save dismal Fifty Shades of Grey

Kinky sex scenes fail to save dismal ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’

By Steven Pirani, Life & Culture Editor February 22, 2015
Unabashedly mediocre and morally stilted, "Fifty Shades of Grey" is a markedly shallow cinematic experience.
Review: Superb performances keep ‘Whiplash’ in tempo

Review: Superb performances keep ‘Whiplash’ in tempo

By Josh Vitchkoski, Staff Writer November 19, 2014
"Whiplash" gives a soulful and inspiring view into the dark underbelly of making perfect music.
Review: Murky direction mars Stewarts film debut

Review: Murky direction mars Stewart’s film debut

By Mary Ford, Staff Writer November 19, 2014
Jon Stewart makes some distracting directing decisions in "Rosewater," however, he still presents of thoughtful portrayal of journalist Maziar Bahari's imprisonment.
Review: Stellar leads and sharp style propels Interstellar

Review: Stellar leads and sharp style propels ‘Interstellar’

By Haley Young, Contributing Writer November 11, 2014
Striking visuals compliment strong lead performances in Christopher Nolan's new sci-fi offering.
Review: Big Hero 6 offers futuristic fun for entire family

Review: ‘Big Hero 6’ offers futuristic fun for entire family

By Josh Vitchkoski, Staff Writer November 11, 2014
Disney's newest adventure is a computer-animated romp through the future.
Review: Satire and cinematography give wings to darkly funny Birdman

Review: Satire and cinematography give wings to darkly funny ‘Birdman’

By Matthew Radulski, Staff Writer November 11, 2014

“Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)” follows an actor who was once a superhero hoping to make it big again, and likewise stars Michael Keaton, who is venturing into the superhero realm...

Review: Reeves returns to action stardom in John Wick

Review: Reeves returns to action stardom in ‘John Wick’

By Steven Pirani, Assistant Life & Culture Editor November 5, 2014
Despite some campy moments, "John Wick" proves itself as a refreshing action romp.
Review: Superb acting from Gyllenhaal fuels Nightcrawler

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: Tale of campus controversy assesses race issues in Dear White People

Review: Tale of campus controversy assesses race issues in ‘Dear White People’

By Byron Bixler, Staff Writer November 5, 2014
While its message is often heavy-handed, "Dear White People" finds success in it's social commentary.

Review: Unlikely true story of ‘Pride’ illuminates social issues

By Hayley Young, Contributing Writer October 29, 2014
A well-crafted and humorous script fuel the unlikely true story of "Pride."

Review: Director Reitman examines impact of social media in ‘Men, Women & Children’

By Shari Bischoping, Contributing Writer October 29, 2014
Director Jason Reitman gives audiences a window into how technology impacts daily life in "Men, Women & Children."

Review: War drama ‘Fury’ expertly renders carnage of battle

By Daniel Wisniewski, Staff Writer October 29, 2014
Gore and realism make David Ayer's "Fury" a tough-to-watch, but important cinema experience.
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