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‘The Devil All The Time’ promises a thrilling story that falls through

Brian Lang, Film Critic October 9, 2020

In a year where theaters have been closed and the most exciting movies have been pushed into 2021, any blockbuster film feels like an oasis in the desert. Naturally, I was thrilled to hear about the new...

Elisabeth Moss and Ann Dowd in The Handmaids Tale (2017). Photo contributed by George Kraychyk

‘Handmaid’s Tale’ makes for terrifying television

Brian Lang, Film Critic April 23, 2018

In a time that’s been referred to as the “golden age of television,” it can be hard to decide which of the myriad of shows are worth the time. One show that critics and audiences alike have come...

Bryan Cranston and Koyu Rankin in Isle of Dogs (2018)

‘Isle of Dogs’, quirky film about man’s best friend

Brian Lang, Film Critic April 17, 2018

Traditionally, dog movies are a great draw to the theaters. From classics like “Old Yeller” and “Homeward Bound” to newer movies like “Secret Life of Pets” and “A Dog’s Purpose,”...

Catherine Keener, Bradley Whitford, Daniel Kaluuya, Betty Gabriel, and Allison Williams in Get Out (2017)

‘Get Out’, a chilling look at racism

Brian Lang February 5, 2018

Possibly the biggest breakout hit of 2017 was Jordan Peele’s horror film “Get Out,”a timely film that succeeds in the horror genre while starting a dialogue about racism in our country. Never...

Keanu Reeves in John Wick: Chapter 2 Photo by Niko Tavernise

John Wick 2 exceeds expectations

Tyler Manning February 14, 2017

John Wick Chapter 2 follows the story of an ex hit-man, John Wick, who gets pulled back into his old line of work through a past deal. After holding up his end of the bargain, he is betrayed and seeks...

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