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OPINION: My sprawling mission to find the best movie

OPINION: My sprawling mission to find the best movie

Anthony Morris, Opinion Writer February 22, 2024

I know what the best movie is. “Best you say?” you ask in your foolish ways. Yes, the best movie. For I do not stutter. In my unending journey of consuming film (yes, “film,” I say because I am...

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OPINION: Must-see movies: ‘Ocean’s Eleven’

Jacob Freshly, Opinion Writer February 9, 2024

The 2001 crime comedy “Ocean’s Eleven,” directed by Steven Soderbergh, is a must-watch for action, crime, comedy film enthusiasts and general movie enjoyers alike. I have begun my college-long...

Student ASL interpreter Abbe Marchetta (left) interprets Michael Reiner's interview question to deafblind writer Angie Orlando (right) Friday, November 15, 2019. 

One Step at A Time: Deafblind Kent writer tells all in upcoming movie

Michael Reiner Columnist November 20, 2019

 Kent native Angie Orlando loves to tell stories. However, Angie’s story is one with many ups and downs. The Kent community will get to see her documentary called “I’m So Amazing” this coming...

Vanellope von Schweetz (foreground center), voiced by Sarah Silverman, poses for s selfie with Disney princesses in "Ralph Breaks the Internet."

REVIEW: ‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’ takes viewers on a cyber ride full of joy, laughter — and Disney princesses

Alex Novak December 1, 2018

“Ralph Breaks the Internet” is an entertaining, animated thrill ride that remains action-packed and delivers a heartfelt message that will resonate with moviegoers of any age.Arriving around Thanksgiving...

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REVIEW: ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ captures Freddie Mercury’s bold character, but held back by hard-to-follow plot

Alex Novak November 7, 2018

“Bohemian Rhapsody” is a fearless and forceful depiction of one of the greatest singers and bands in music history, but it fails to captivate the audience consistently.A biopic chronicling the formation...

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REVIEW: ‘Bad Times at the El Royale’ builds twisty plot that engages from start to finish

Alex Novak October 28, 2018

“Bad Times at the El Royale” packs in gripping, edge-of-your-seat intensity to deliver one of the best neo-noir thriller films of the year.The film, set in 1970, presents a unique, nonlinear story...

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REVIEW: ‘Venom’ fails to tell consistent, fulfilling story

Alex Novak October 13, 2018

“Venom” falls short of its strong hype and loses grasp of a poorly written story early, causing it to easily slip into a unorganized and, at times, pointless film.Problems in the movie arise often...

"Smallfoot"

REVIEW: ‘Smallfoot’ is a funny, vibrant animation despite a climax that falls short

Alex Novak September 30, 2018

Entering theaters as a potential awards season sleeper, “Smallfoot” is a lighthearted, family friendly animated film that explores a wide range of themes through a creative storyline.The film does...

‘67 Shots’ novel on May 4 shootings in process of being adapted into movie

Gershon Harrell September 16, 2018

May 4, 1970: College students assemble outside Taylor Hall for a peaceful protest. The National Guard stands in formation, rifles loaded. All the tension from past riots in the ‘60s has boiled down to...

REVIEW: ‘The Nun’ abandons its storyline, leaving viewers with nothing but empty scares

Alex Novak September 9, 2018

“The Nun” is a clear step down from the petrifying and critically acclaimed “The Conjuring” films, which provided coherent narratives and vivid horrors in both the original and second take.A spin-off...

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REVIEW: ‘The Happytime Murders’ is raunchy fun, but fails to create intriguing storyline

Alex Novak August 26, 2018

 “The Happytime Murders” is possibly the raunchiest, most outrageous movie of the year that delivers laughs with nearly every other line, yet ultimately lacks a cohesive plot.The film tells the story...

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REVIEW: ‘Black Panther’ shines as a thrilling, must-see masterpiece

Alex Novak February 16, 2018

The highly anticipated "Black Panther" is the most unique superhero yet in the expanding Marvel universe.The movie is exhilarating from the moment it begins onscreen, taking the audience into an epic story...