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“The Map of Tiny Perfect Things” hits home
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With inspiration from the trope created in the 1993 film “Groundhog Day,” the newly released Amazon Prime movie “The Map of Tiny Perfect Things” takes the concept of an individual experiencing the same day over and over again with the rest of the world unaware and provides an interesting twist by placing two teenage…
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The Golden Globes makes a mockery of talent
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The Golden Globes nominations this year were a spit on the diverse scope of talented people in the industry and the progress entertainment has begun making in representation by boosting, almost singularly, white actors and directors. Award shows, being the primary portrayers of success, have an obligation to reinforce and properly recognize the entire,…
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“To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before” wraps up its final film
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After three years of taking fans through Lara Jean Song Covey’s high school romance, Netflix wrapped up the series on Feb. 12 by releasing the final film, “To All the Boys: Always and Forever.” Starring Lana Condor as Lara Jean and Noah Centineo as Peter Kavinsky, the final film depicts Lara Jean learning that…
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Beware of warmongering in media
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The United States military has a history of utilizing media to help push warmongering sentiments. Yet as the country continues in the age of social media, the military has upped its campaigning to promote their pro-war and pro-military stance. Superhero movies are perhaps some of the most sensationalist pieces of media in history. The…
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“Soul” will make you think about life
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The animated film “Soul” is the most thought-provoking Pixar film to date. What it lacks in raw entertainment value, it makes up for with its potential to positively influence your life. Unlike many animated children’s films, this movie openly deals with big, difficult questions in creative ways, capturing meaning in a way usually only…
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“Emma.” brings new dimension to Jane Austen classic
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In Autumn de Wilde’s adaptation of Jane Austen’s “Emma.,” Anya Taylor-Joy stars as Emma Woodhouse, a clever and flawed young woman in Georgian-era England who spends her days interfering in the lives of those around her. This lighthearted, airy take on a classic provides a new depth to the familiar story. Unbothered with providing…
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“Clouds” tells a heart-wrenching true story
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This past October, Disney+ released their take on the life of Zach Sobiech, singer and writer of the song “Clouds.” The movie pays respect to the life of Sobiech, and tells a heartwarming coming-of-age story that will leave you curled up on your couch, clutching a tissue box. “Clouds” opens up with Sobiech during…
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“It’s a Wonderful Life” still has something to say
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The Christmas film released in 1947 is still a festive classic worth revisiting this year. From the legendary performances by nearly every actor in the film to the timeless message and heart-warming conclusion, it’s well worth considering. The film opens with stars, which represent angels, in the sky discussing how to save George Bailey,…
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COVID-19 will spark a wave of creative filmmaking
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When the pandemic began, the film industry underwent a tremendous loss. Most theatres have closed, and most production crews are too large for shooting to continue normally. However, crews for independent films were less affected due to their smaller crews and increased flexibility. Recent technological advancements have allowed films to be made for less…
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“The Thinning” brings light to overpopulation
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As a kid, I was never allowed to watch horror movies. Up until the age of 13, the only movie that might qualify as “horror” that I had watched was “Coraline” and even that kept me up at night. So, when my friends told me about “The Thinning,” I wasn’t planning on ever watching…