“Hellboy”’s 2019 rebirth is a bloody mess
In 2004, film audiences were introduced to the half-demon paranormal detective that was Hellboy in a cult favorite film directed by Guillermo del Toro and starring Ron Perlman in the titular role. The film...
‘Becoming’ is a superficial look into Michelle Obama’s charming presence
“Becoming” opens similarly to the memoir of the same name — with former first lady Michelle Obama walking around her home. However, where the book is an intimate look into Obama’s life before and...
How ‘Eternals’ could be the glory or downfall of the Marvel Cinematic Universe
When audience members were introduced to the highly-anticipated cast for “Eternals,” the world went haywire. As Marvel’s most diverse cast, they made sure to showcase each character as much as they could to hype...
‘Hunger’ cooks up a rise to stardom while shining light on class differences
When it comes to fine dining and the flashy spectacles within the world of “Hunger,” it’s a bigger message on socio-economic class and the whole discrepancy that comes with being associated as a “big-time...
‘Self Reliance’: Survival of the loneliest
Jake Johnson sets out on his directorial debut with his latest comedy-thriller film, “Self Reliance.” It first premiered at the South by Southwest (SXSW) film festival on March 11, 2023, and can now be...
“Beautiful Boy” Misses its Dramatic Goal
“Beautiful Boy,” a story based on the memoirs of a meth addict and his father, stars rising newcomer Timothee Chalamet as Nic Sheff and seasoned actor Steve Carell as David Sheff. Although it boasts...
“Rocketman” astonishes as it provides a fantastical musical take on a music icon’s life...
Following fresh off the heels of last years previous rock and roll biopic “Bohemian Rhapsody,” Sir Elton John film “Rocketman” takes a much more personal look at the artist in a more stylized manor....
Slasher fans are tired of the reboots and retcons of their beloved franchises
The secret to the success of the “Saw” franchise is that its filmmakers have never done a reboot. Even when all the major franchises from “Star Wars” to “X-Men” to “Terminator” have retconned their...
‘Don’t Worry Darling’ lacks the thrill expected from a psychological thriller
The buzz around “Don't Worry Darling” was almost inescapable. With lead co-stars Florence Pugh and Harry Styles performing alongside other notable actors, and director Olivia Wilde, the movie was expected to be a hit.
The...
10 Anticipated Films of 2023
As the year progresses and more films are given confirmed releases, a more complete list takes shape. While dates always shift and many films are left unconfirmed, these are ten to look forward to...