Movies
Hayden Christensen hasn’t appeared at press conferences or posted on social media about hisoutstanding role as Anakin Skywalker in the popular “Star Wars” franchise for years. Now, he’ssuddenly appearing and showing pride for the character, but why this sudden change? In 2002, when Christensen was only 19, he was cast...
The success of Disney and Pixar’s Inside Out 2 continues to dominate the global box office with an estimated $1.217 billion, flying past DreamWorks’ Minions as the 5th highest-grossing animated film, only about $58 million behind Disney’s Frozen. Facing competition four weeks into the film’s record-breaking run, Despicable Me 4...
After Disney and Fox merged, Ryan Reynolds thought his days of playing the loveable, fourth-wall-breaking Deadpool were over. That was, until, according to Hindustan Times, he began contemplating the idea of a road movie. First playing Deadpool in the series’ first movie, “Deadpool”, in 2016, Reynolds returned for David Leitch’s...
In a world where emotions and technology are often at conflict, “Robot Dreams” expertly brings them together. This magical animated feature, set in 1980s Manhattan and directed by Pablo Berger, conveys a significant tale only via its visuals. The story starts with a solitary dog who, sick of being alone,...
From Disney princesses to John ‘Jigsaw’ Kramer, it’s no secret that sequels, spinoffs, and whole franchises can happen anywhere and everywhere. There is, however, always a risk. Sequels have the potential to make or break a franchise, depending on how they’re handled and when they are released. Movie franchises based...
Disney has always been lauded for its incredible filmmaking abilities and creative, original storytelling. However, as of late, there’s been an influx of sequels and remakes to these classic tales, despite there not being a large public demand for such productions. What’s causing Disney to pursue a rehashing of recycled...
Pearl, the second movie in Ti West’s X trilogy, is not as bloody as the original X film, but it is far more psychological and feminist and works brilliantly as a prequel. Set in 1918, Pearl (Mia Goth), the old woman from X, lives with her German immigrant parents on...
Indie horror films do not have to be made with a high budget to be a cult classic or hit success. Take Terrifier, for example, a film that is so low-budget and unsettling that it has developed a mass following of Art the Clown lovers. Late Night with the Devil...
In the era of rapid technological advancement and ever-changing societal norms, there’s a certain solace found in revisiting the bygone days of 90s-2000s chick flicks and rom-coms. These cinematic gems, from “Legally Blonde” to “Mean Girls,” offer more than just entertainment; they encapsulate a simpler time and provide a comforting...
WARNING: Spoilers for Immaculate. Sydney Sweeney, best known for her role as Cassie Howard in HBO’s Euphoria, has proven that she has an incredible range. While I was initially weary of Immaculate, expecting it to be a rather soulless, boring horror movie, Sweeney’s performance was unforgettable. She deserves far more...
Many adults in today’s overworked society see animated films as little more than a harmless diversion. Movie cartoons, on the other hand, are attractive to different age groups, in my opinion. Despite their youthful target demographic, these stories have timeless themes and ideas that appeal to viewers of all generations....
Some movies have a way of enveloping us in their warm embrace, taking us to a place where all our troubles melt away and happiness is the rule rather than the exception. These films are like a warm blanket and a mug of hot chocolate on a dreary day; they...
