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After 80 years, Disney has released a live action film of Dumbo.  The film kept many of the heart warming scenes, while making changes to other scenes.

Live-action remake of ‘Dumbo’ flies into theaters (Review)

Kaycee Johnson, Staff Photographer April 4, 2019

Originally released in 1941, almost 80 years later Dumbo has flown back into theaters capturing our hearts once again. The live-action remake focuses more on the human characters involved in the...

Brie Larson brings the character of Carol Danvers, also known as Captain Marvel, to life on the big screen. Despite controversy over gender roles, the film provides a strong character for both male and female viewers.

‘Captain Marvel’ offers a much-needed female role model (Review)

Parker Shabala, staff writer March 22, 2019

Despite the fact that the movie Captain Marvel dominated box offices,  raking in over $700 million in about a week (according to Box Office Mojo) and an 80% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, many are bashing...

Coming out five years after the first Lego Movie, The Lego Movie 2 fell short of success in the box office.  The movie hit theaters on Feb 8.

‘The Lego Movie 2’: A brick by brick analysis (Review)

Zack Mattaboni, Staff Writer February 22, 2019

The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part was created as a sequel to the widely successful first movie, The Lego Movie, but it lent itself to many unforeseen problems. Unfortunately, The Lego Movie 2 failed...

The new Netflix horror film, Velvet Buzzsaw, stars Jake Gyllenhaal and Rene Russo. The film released on Jan 31, 2019.

Revenge, death and mystery: Why you should watch ‘Velvet Buzzsaw’ (Review)

Summer Hollingsworth, Staff Writer February 19, 2019

WARNING: Spoilers Ahead  Morbid in the most captivating way, Velvet Buzzsaw is the movie you didn’t know you needed. Starring Jake Gyllenhaal, this Netflix-produced movie is a drama and mystery...

The Last Laugh follows a retired comedian who refuses to truly retire from comedy.  The movie is a Netflix original movie that began streaming on January 11.

‘The Last Laugh’: A story of comedy and pain (Review)

Summer Hollingsworth, Staff Writer February 5, 2019

WARNING: Spoilers Ahead A mix of older generational humor and exciting new beginnings, the film The Last Laugh is a comedy that premiered on Netflix on Jan 11, 2019. Centered around a retired comedian...

Spider-Man returns: Sony Pictures released the new Into the Spider-Verse film this year, receiving positive critical reviews.

Thrilling innovation: ‘Into The Spider-Verse’ creates a compelling narrative and art style (Review)

Zack Mattaboni, Staff Writer January 2, 2019

Into the Spider-Verse combines design and storytelling to create a new perspective on superhero films through what is sure to be a timeless classic for years to come. Into the Spider-Verse follows...

The Grinchs dog, Max is seen as his best friend throughout the film.  The new Grinch movie hit theaters November 9.

The Grinch: Will it replace the original Christmas classic? (Review)

Parker Shabala, staff writer December 18, 2018

The new and beautifully animated The Grinch movie has been highly anticipated by both children and parents this holiday season.  The film was produced by Universal Studios and came out on November...

Mai and Project 7723 may be complete opposites, but they have been able to create a strong friendship.  Next Gen is a futuristic, adventurous  animated movie

‘Next Gen’: futuristic friends and problems (Review)

Michael Raphael, Staff writer October 4, 2018

WARNING: Spoilers Ahead Next Gen is a futuristic and adventurous Netflix original film.  This unique film began streaming on Sept 7. Next Gen takes place in a technologically advanced city called...

Sally Hawkins and Octavia Spencer are main characters in the film.

‘The Shape of Water’ makes a splash at the Oscars (Review)

Treston Johnson, Perspectives Writer February 15, 2018

The Shape of Water was nominated for thirteen Oscars this year (more than any other movie this year), including Best Picture. The film follows three protagonists, each representing a minority group...

During days off of school or weekends stuck inside, January is the perfect month to watch a movie. No matter the genre, it is a fun way to spend your free time.

January’s What-to-Watch: 31 movies for 31 days

Josetta Checkett, Perspectives Junior Editor January 25, 2018

In the harsh weather of the New Year, it’s often tempting to stay inside, curled up with a hot drink and a good movie. Whether you’re into horror, romance, survival, or comedy, there are plenty...

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