Tag: Movies
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New animated movie attracts audiences using artistic design
by Cameron Smith The second film installation from the popular anime from Japan arrived in the United States with “My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising.” In a world where people are born with “Quirks,” powers that can make them superheroes, Izuku “Deku” Midoriya (voiced by Justin Briner) was born without one. When the #1 hero, All-Might…
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‘Birds of Prey’ illustrates past struggle, new beginnings for Harley Quinn
by Cassandra Campos Staff Writer After her breakup with a reckless boyfriend, Harley Quinn now finds herself lost with no purpose or path. To make matters worse, she is now a big target of the enemies of her ex boyfriend, the Joker. In the opening scene for “Birds of Prey,” it shows the struggle that Harley…
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‘Joker’ depicts mental health issues, violent behavior in new film
by Seth Hall Staff Writer Note the following review contains spoilers. Controversy and psychopathic behavior control the screen in the new movie, “Joker.” “Joker,” directed by Todd Philips, is by far one of the most interesting films I have seen in a while. As the movie begins, a 1970 grim-feeling environment is apparent. Arthur Fleck,…
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Thrilling World War I saga depicts the horrors of war
Amid the turmoil of World War I, two lance corporals travel across the so-called “no man’s land” to deliver a message that could save the lives of 1,600 fellow soldiers. That’s the plot for “1917,” a movie directed by Sam Mendes and starring Dean-Charles Chapman and George Mackay. In this war drama that won already…
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‘La Llorona’ modern retelling of Latin folklore
A cursed family is face to face with an evil entity. A widowed mother will do anything to protect her children from this force and remove the woman from her house. She will be faced with many obstacles as she tries to overcome this paranormal situation. “La Llorona,” Curse of the Weeping Woman, recently was…
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‘Unplanned’ tackles ethical issues with true story
by DEBRA MONTANDON One of the youngest directors of Planned Parenthood, Abby Johnson was a part of more than 22,000 abortions, and she counseled women on their choices. Abby’s deep conviction for a woman’s choice led her to speak out for Planned Parenthood. She also fought for legislation for something she deeply cared about. Then…
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‘Shazam!’ shines comedic light on gloomy DC Universe
DC comics has needed comic relief for quite some time, and that’s exactly what “Shazam” brings, a lighthearted feel to the dark DC universe. Shazam was originally named Captain Marvel, but the rights to the name were lost in a lawsuit by Marvel Comics in the 1940’s. With the legal battles behind, DC reintroduces a…
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‘Captain Marvel’ boasts stunning female lead with strong morale
An ultimate soldier is not defined by their ability, but rather their compassion and morality. The latest movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), “Captain Marvel,” directed by Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck, is the first film in the MCU with a female superhero as the center of the movie. “Captain Marvel” follows Carol Danvers,…
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Final ‘Madea’ movie emphasizes families sticking together through tragedy
After receiving awful news about a family member passing away, Madea and her family gather around as she announces that she will be planning the funeral. This family meeting will be the starting point of the journey that Madea will take. “A Madea Family Funeral,” released into theaters on March 1, was directed by Tyler…
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‘Greta’ offers suspense through dark tale of stalking
A simple act of kindness can go a long way. But for some, it can end in a life-altering disaster. Directed by Oscar-winning filmmaker Neil Jordan, “Greta” stars Chloë Grace Moretz and Isabelle Huppert. A very naive young woman named Frances, played by Moretz, is on the subway one day and notices a purse that…
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‘The Informant!’ puts vivacious spin on corporate espionage
It’s an ordinary day at ADM when the FBI comes knocking on the door of Mark Whitacre’s office door. He was given a script by his bosses about what to say to the FBI, but what will he decide to do? Will he speak his mind, or stick to the script given by his corporate…
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Romantic comedy surprises with positive outcome
If you are not a fan of romantic comedies, you might want to watch “Isn’t it Romantic,” because it has a different storyline. The movie starts out In New York City with Natalie as a pre-teen girl (played by Alex Kis). Natalie, who is watching a romantic movie, is told by her mother, played by…
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‘Abducted in Plain Sight’ tells harrowing story of kidnapping
Manipulators are careful and meticulous planners. Netflix’s new documentary “Abducted in Plain Sight” tells the story of a family that falls prey to the manipulative charms of a neighbor, who then abducts the family’s daughter. Robert Berchtold also know as “B,” was a master manipulator who tormented a Washington family with brainwashing, arson, death threats,…
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‘Alita’ accentuates brutal cyberpunk universe
Every city on Earth has been all but destroyed, with the exceptions of Iron City and the floating city of Zalem directly above. “Alita: Battle Angel” brings a post-apocalyptic cyber-punk universe to life with stunning visuals, heart-breaking scenes, and intense battles. It is the year 2563, and a cataclysmic war between the people of Earth…
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‘Miss Bala’ touts empowering story with strong lead actress
A night out on the town turns into a deadly shootout for Gloria that will change her life forever. As bullets fly across the nightclub, Gloria ducks for protection. Her eyes search the room for her friend. She must decide how far she will go to protect her life and her loved ones. How far…
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‘Super Broly’ canonizes popular character with epic saga
The action from the Dragon Ball comics is back in theaters, bringing Broly uncontrollable power and the new appearance of Gogeta. “Dragon Ball Super: Broly” is the latest release in the “Dragon Ball” universe after the grand comeback this movie series made in 2015 with “Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection ‘F’.” The movie, directed by Tatsuya…
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‘Ted Bundy Tapes’ revisit infamous murder spree
Most people keep trophies to remind themselves of their success and accomplishments. Ted Bundy kept different kinds of trophies human heads. Theodore (Ted) Bundy is one of the most notorious serial killers in American history, with 36 confirmed victims. He has been suspected of upwards of 100. “ The Ted Bundy Tapes” is a documentary currently…
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‘Glass’ shatters expectations of fans
There is no hiding now. There are superheros among us. When “Unbreakable” was released 19 years ago, the idea of costumed beings tearing apart Philadelphia and raking in oodles of cash at the box office was a near-impossibility. The caped crusaders of this medium were so far relegated into the subculture that M. Night Shyamalan…
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‘Aquaman’ surprises audience with unexpected outcomes
Thousands of innocent families run in fear as they try to get away from a giant tidal wave caused by a tsunami that towers over them and causes catastrophic destruction to thousands of homes along the coast of Maine. “Aquaman” is a DC film directed by James Wan and stars Jason Momoa as Arthur Curry,…
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Heartwarming Transformers movie showcasesBumblebee’s struggles
With a bit of suspense, blindfolds, and a challenging trip down the river, “Bird Box” puts Netflix in the horror movies business. “Bird Box” is based on a novel by Josh Malerman. This movie has become an unstoppable success quickly. Directed by Emmy winner Susanne Bier, “Bird Box” brings to the audience an apocalyptic horror…