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Bettlejuice Beetlejuice reached over $264 million since opening weekend. (Photo Courtesy of IMDB)

“Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” Betelguese’s return

Sabrina Harrison, Entertainment Editor September 20, 2024

"Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" did not disappoint me in the way that I thought it would. It still disappointed me, but only after I analyzed it. Tim Burton’s "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" was released...

“Speak No Evil” discomforts horror audiences

Logan Deatherage, Reporter September 20, 2024

James Watkins’ "Speak No Evil" is a psychological horror film released on Sept. 13, 2024. The film is a remake of the 2022 Danish film of the same name. The story follows the Dalton family who are invited...

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“Vivo” has a flimsy middle act but a strong, emotional drive

Joseph Nelson, Entertainment Editor October 13, 2021

“Vivo” is a Latinx lead animated movie, with Lin-Manuel Miranda starring as the lead role and composing the score. While a kid's movie, "Vivo" doesn't hesitate to present emotional beats a lot more...

Julia Garner in The Assistant (2019)

“The Assistant” is a valuable commentary but not a blockbuster

Joseph Nelson, Reporter April 18, 2021

"The Assistant" is set in a New York film production office, where a receptionist endures condescension, belittlement and gaslighting from her co-workers. This gaslighting happens as a consequence of the...

Nomadland

‘Nomadland’ is the road trip of a lifetime

Brian Lang, Film Critic February 28, 2021

For Fern (Frances McDormand) there’s never a question of “Are we there yet?” The main character of Chloe Zhao’s “Nomadland” (now streaming on Hulu) has no home and no clear destination in sight...

Palm Springs poster

‘Palm Springs’ explores the meaning of the perfect day

Brian Lang, Film Critic February 9, 2021

“It’s gonna be a great wedding!” That’s the first thing “Palm Springs” bridesmaid Sarah hears every morning when her eyes pop open. The unfortunate part is that she’s not going to weddings...

Wonder Woman

‘Wonder Woman 1984’ is a colorful joyride with a couple of bumps

Brian Lang, Film Critic January 18, 2021

The supers have returned. After a year-long hiatus from the silver screen, DC and HBO Max have brought superheroes back with “Wonder Woman 1984,” and while Wonder Woman isn’t saving the day on the...

the prom

Netflix’s ‘The Prom’ is a splashy but disappointing mess

Brian Lang, Film Critic December 28, 2020

What do you get when you combine musical theater, a Netflix-sized budget and a grab bag of celebrities? A mess.  Netflix and Ryan Murphy (Glee), along with a gaggle of big-name actors, have teamed...

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‘The Trial of the Chicago 7’ rouses and inspires

Brian Lang, Film Critic October 23, 2020

You can’t make up a story like this. Eight defendants, a caricature of a judge and the Federal Government square off in Netflix’s new drama “The Trial of the Chicago 7” which covers the trial of...

Tom Holland

‘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...

Timothée Chalamet and Florence Pugh in Little Women (2019)

Oscars 2020: the best of the best

Brian Lang, Film Critic February 3, 2020

The Oscars are just around the corner and predictions on who will win big are running rampant. Eight films are nominated for the highest honor of Best Picture this year, and this is my take on four of...

Knives Out

‘Knives Out’ builds a smart, funny mystery

Brian Lang, Film Critic December 3, 2019

A murder in an ornate mansion, contentious heirs gathering for a funeral, and an off-kilter detective looking for answers. Rian Johnson’s newest blockbuster “Knives Out” sounds like the setup for...

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