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Little Women feels like coming home
The values of home and happiness are timeless. The newly released movie “Little Women,” adapted from Louisa May Alcott’s novel by Greta Gerwig and nominated for six Oscars, beautifully encompasses both feelings and brings a modern touch to a classic story about four young women in the 19th century. The film opens with a…
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Are you still watching?
Yes, Netflix. We’re still watching. As we pull into the next decade, many might be making new resolutions to stop watching so much Netflix, but we all know those won’t last long. So might as well inform you on the new updates to help break your weak-wills. In terms of good drama films, Netflix…
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The upcoming year entertains
The movie scene certainly does not look dry for 2020. A live-action version of “Mulan” will be released on March 27, a fresh twist to a movie that we all saw dozens of times in middle school. We can expect some high-profile superhero movies this year with “Birds of Prey,” starring Margot Robbie as…
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Music Corner: Ho-Ho-Holiday songs that make the season bright
Christmas is the time for many things; oversized evergreen trees, talking snowmen and time with family and friends are just the start of them. Music is one aspect that those who celebrate this iconic holiday remember vividly, because some Christmas albums are just timeless. One of the most beloved Christmas albums is “Christmas Portrait”…
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Netflix nails it with Klaus
This year, Netflix decided to delve into the realm of animated holiday movies, releasing an all new original film titled “Klaus.” The animated holiday film follows a postman named Jesper who is used to royal treatment, since he is the son of the king of the land. When the king gets tired of catering…
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“Knives Out” stuns audiences
“Knives Out” is the newest addition to the “whodunit genre,” placing a fresh twist on classics such as “Clue.” Released worldwide on Nov. 27, the movie has received critical acclaim and currently holds a 96 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Seeing as most of the horror movies of 2019 have been pretty horrible, we…
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“Baaaaa-Maste” meets Conejo Valley
You make your way slowly to a tabletop position, engaging your core, and all of a sudden, leap! A goat jumps onto your back for a treat. On Sunday, Nov. 17, YOGOAT LA came to The Lakes in Thousand Oaks to instruct an hour-long yoga class with their trained goats. YOGOAT is a goat…
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Frozen 2 shatters screens
With freshly different outfits, unfamiliar settings and new songs, the recent Frozen sequel was filled with stand-out features. Released on Nov. 22, “Frozen 2” brought in many fans both new and old. Brimming with a new event or character every moment of the film, the movie had a much more complex storyline than the…
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Ford vs. Ferrari races into the box office
Contrary to what the name implies, “Ford vs. Ferrari” isn’t just a car movie with fast driving and loud races. The film combines drama with a deep appreciation for the intricacies and art that go into a race car. Based on a true story, the main conflict in the film is between Henry Ford…
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“Hustle” into theaters
Popular music, sparkling costumes and loads of money are only a few of the eye-catching features in the new movie, “Hustlers.” The film was released on Sept. 13 and was directed by Lorene Scafaria. Throughout the movie, the story of a group of dancers in New York is unraveled in the perspective of a…