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"Transformers One" released Sept. 20, and is the first installment of Josh Cooley's take on the Hasbro toys line.

‘Transformers One’ puts story and character growth in the driver’s seat

By Will Caron, Contributing Writer September 30, 2024
“Transformers One” was released by Paramount Pictures on Sept. 20. The plot follows Optimus Prime, previously Orion Pax, and Megatron, previously D-16, as they attempt to make a name for themselves and escape their boring life as simple energon miners. The film had a disappointing $24.6 million opening weekend as compared to the previously predicted $30–35 million. This is unfortunate, considering the film boasts a talented cast, amazing dynamic between its two leads and great character moments sandwiched between an action-packed plot that stuck the landing.
"Jojo Rabbit" excels in its off-beat comedy, something that is helped by the film's talented cast. Well-versed actors like Scarlett Johansson balance well with newcomers like Roman Griffin Davis, though it is the latter who steals the show.

Review: Satiric film shines through bizarre comedy

By Liam Conway December 3, 2019

Coming off the success of “Thor: Ragnarok,” writer, director and actor Taika Waititi returns to his off-beat style of comedy in “Jojo Rabbit.” Set in 1945 Germany, the film follows a young boy...

"Avengers: Infinity War" is the culmination of the comic-inspired mega franchise that began with "Iron Man" in 2008. Though the movie is one half of a larger whole, it leads into the final film in Marvel's first major cinematic arc.

Review: Avengers assemble for an action-packed adventure

By Liam Conway, Staff Writer May 1, 2018
“Infinity War” is the perfect part one of what is likely to be the grandest and most expansive two-part epic to ever grace the silver screen.
"Ghost in the Shell" is the latest adaptation of the 1989 manga of the same name. The film, set in a futuristic Asian city, explores the the meaning of consciousness and the power of memory.

Review: ‘Ghost in the Shell’ is a hollow shell of the original

By Patrick Pinney, Contributing Writer April 4, 2017

The release of “Ghost in the Shell” has sparked much discussion within the film community. One could discuss “Ghost in the Shell” as a franchise and how the 1995 movie has influenced both eastern...

Review: Dramatic movie dons intense plot

By Bernadette Javier, Staff Writer October 2, 2013
Joseph Gordon-Levitt's directing debut triumphs with its deep subject matter.
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