Encapsulating the musical experience of Broadway’s longest-running show, Joel Schumacher directed a seamless transition from stage to screen in his 2004 adaptation of “The Phantom of the Opera.” With a notable track record of accomplished films, his ambitious execution resulted in a well-rounded installment. With preceding films paying homage to the novel, Schumacher's formidable adaptation was distinguishable as it...
We’ve all lamented after a crushing breakup: “I wish I had never met them.” “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” is dedicated to those dealing with the type of heartbreak that makes it too painful to reminisce on past memories. Protagonist Joel Barish (Jim Carrey) decides to undergo a mind-altering procedure that would completely erase his ex-girlfriend, Clementine Kruczynski...
Whether it’s horror movies in October or old jazz music during December, the festivities associated with preparing for holidays are often undebatable. Few would object to watching a spooky movie on Halloween because that’s what Halloween is all about. Similarly, others indulge in listening to cozy jazz classics because the winter holidays are all about tenderness and love. But,...
The iconic legacy of this horror film has lasted for years to come, and still continues as a reminiscent film in modern media.
The modern film industry has a habit of running interesting concepts dry, specifically through the production of reboots and never-ending franchises. The original works that pave the way for these series are often forgotten and overlooked by...
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To many, Mel Brooks is the king of parody and satire. His library of work contains some of cinema’s most famous comedies that unapologetically lampoon various genres and films. Many may be unaware of his name today, but have likely heard of his work with such cult classic...
“The Wages of Fear” opens in a barren Latin American town where the skies are clear and the humidity is palpable. The town’s geography is never disclosed, but a plane ticket is seemingly the only way out. Wanting exactly this is Mario (Yves Montand), a suave Frenchman without work who loiters around the cantina. Mario treats his lover Linda...
Following the conclusion of the acclaimed “Batman: The Animated Series,” Warner Bros (WB) decided to continue Batman’s story in a refreshingly original take. The well of content that is Batman’s comic book history is nearly endless and contains countless heroes and villains. Any of these characters could’ve likely led their own show; however, WB instead chose to pitch an...
With final exams and projects occupying most of the time in the weeks ahead, don’t forget to plan a respite to end the quarter on a positive note. After finals, find some time to settle down with a good book, music or perhaps binge a couple of great movie picks. Pair that with a comfy blanket to snuggle up...
With Halloween coming this week, it's important to look back and relive the thrills and chills of ghostly movies that make the season so special. Most often, audiences turn toward horrors and thrillers, but one spectral film stands out not for its scares but for its laughs: “Ghostbusters.” The film follows three university scientists fascinated with the paranormal who...
Nov. 21 marks the 14th anniversary of a movie that started a global franchise and caused a cultural shift in how we perceive vampires. The movie “Twilight,” however angsty and problematic it may be, was a monumental occasion that created several pop culture references still used today. The first installment of the four movie franchise, based on the novels...