Tag: Movies
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Not enough head chomping in new ‘Venom’ movie
Not enough head-chomping in new “Venom” movie. The new “Venom” movie is loosely based on Marvel’s “Lethal Protector” story arc, with aliens called “Symbiotes” planning on invading earth. The infamous anti-hero, Venom, is introduced in another Marvel movie adaptation of a classic comic book title. This iteration of “Venom” featured Eddie Brock as Venom’s first…
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‘Night School’ gets good grade for comedic storyline
“Night School” is a comedy that portrays a young adult man who hits rock bottom in order to build his life up once more. The movie “Night School” was great! However, this comedy is not one to bring your children to. This hilarious, inappropriate movie was about a man, Teddy Walker, played by Kevin Hart,…
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‘The Meg’ delivers new take on popular movie genere
A massive 75-foot shark approaches a heavily populated beach off the coast of Asia. The beast barrels past a yacht, with passengers watching helplessly as the megalodon wreaks havoc on the innocent beach-gowers. “The Meg” is packed with thrilling and suspenseful scenes that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats throughout the entire movie.…
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‘Crazy Rich Asians’ has cliché, repetitive storyline
The most popular movie right now might not be as good as people are saying. “Crazy Rich Asians” is a romantic/screwball comedy. The movie, which features an all-Asian cast, is about Nick Young, played by Henry Golding, and Rachel Chu, played by Constance Wu, who are dating. Nick grew up in Singapore but moved to…
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Word on the Street
by Kendall Rainer and Reece Turner “I think Hollywood, at the beginning, didn’t have a lot of diversity, but now it is beginning to. Kind of like in “Deadpool,” Domino was originally white. But in the movie, she is Black. A lot of people were kind of upset about that. But i think it shouldn’t matter. She’s…
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‘Star Wars: Episode VIII’ turns the tables in spectacular extravaganza
Everyone is ready to take over The First Order, and they will do anything to accomplish that mission. “The Last Jedi” ventures into a strong, captivating film by building on the history of the original “Star Wars” movies. The movie is an extravaganza that brings in the details and adventures loved by fans in more…
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‘A Bad Mom’s Christmas’ puts funny twist on traditional holiday movie
Get the gift of laughter with the new movie, “A Bad Moms Christmas.” Even the best mom has a bad side to her. But naughty moms can enjoy Christmas, just as much as the nice ones. With the holiday season in session, three over-burdened and under-appreciated moms, Amy (Mila Kunis), Kiki (Kristen Bell), and Carla…
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Dark side of social media highlighted by ‘Tragedy Girls’
“Tragedy Girls” is a horror / comedy movie starring two teenage girls, McKayla Hooper (played by Alexandria Shipp) and Sadie Cunningham (played by Brianna Hildebrand). These two girls have a social media page called “Tragedy Girls” with a fan base based on a death-obsessed audience and gore. They use real-life tragedies to send their small…
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Trailers, marketing spoiling films for viewers
Trailers and marketing have been spoiling movies for a long time. The first movie I really remember experiencing this with was 2005’s “Hitch,” starring Will Smith. I watched that movie expecting it to be hilarious, only to realize that every single laugh in the film had been used in the trailers. The next experience I…
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Hollywood should stop making movies out of greed
Movie companies making more money is the only reason why these unoriginal and inadequate remakes are continuing to appear.
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Life of young girl goes south in ‘Ingrid goes West’
“Ingrid Goes West” is an indie comedy-drama movie that narrates the story of a young girl following the death of her mother.
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Friendships, lives get ‘Super Dark’ in original movie
“Super Dark Times” takes a sharp turn from childhood innocence to complete mental and emotional chaos.
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‘Flatliners’ lacks structure, necessary horror elements
A near-death experience is something no one wants to encounter. But the intrigue of witnessing the after-life is something that could make the experience worthwhile.
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Whitewashed films not always disrespectful
There has always been a lot of controversy within Hollywood toward the subject of race and how people of color are cast and represented in movies and television shows.
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Classic movies ruined by remakes
Recently, I watched the new “IT” movie. Most of my friends know I hate clowns, but I suffered through to watch the movie.
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Empty thriller ‘Kidnap’ bores audience with unrealistic scenes
A lovely day at the carnival with her son turns into a nightmare for a single mother.
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Many noteworthy films opening in coming year
by RYAN FITZGERALD//Staff Writer As the year begins, movie studios hit the ground running with a roster of pre-determined films that reflect several years of development. From editing and re-writing the script, to vetting potential directors, followed by costuming, make-up, props and set design, then the actual process of shooting the film, all of which…
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Marvel cinematic universe dominates DC
by RYAN FITZGERALD//Staff Writer When it comes to establishing an extended cinematic universe, Marvel rules all. In 2008, Marvel Studios took a giant leap with its initial “Iron Man” film. An origin story about a second-rate superhero, fronted by a presumably past-his-prime, Robert Downey, Jr., which was to serve as the foundation and corner stone…
