La La Land: Anatomy of a Backlash

First came the five-star reviews, then came the criticisms. Using La La Land as a case study, we look at the anatomy of a backlash… The deeper question, at least for us, relates to the nature of the backlash itself. How can a fairly harmless indie film go from acclaim to comprehensive criticism so quickly? More than several, in fact. The reality, however, is a bit more stressful than it initially sounds....

February 26, 2017 · 2 min · 215 words · Jacqueline Ryan

Power Rangers Ninja Steel Episode 5 Review: Drive To Survive

Victor and Monty are the only thing keeping Ninja Steel afloat in another lackluster episode. ThisPower Rangers Ninja Steelreview contains spoilers. They have a real chemistry (perhaps romantic?) that is leagues and bounds ahead of any of the Rangers. Yes, even the two Rangers that are actually a couple. Its more than I can say for how the Rangers treat them. Yeah, lets talk about how theNinja Steelteam officially just became bigger assholes than theMighty Morphinteam....

February 25, 2017 · 3 min · 429 words · Vanessa Mathews

Top 10 Movies of 2016

It is fair to say that 2016 has been a turbulent year. But first, yo just take a breath. Already, youre realizing that its not as grim as all that. Consequently, the year of 2016 has provided a diverse and eclectic contribution to cinema. Hacksaw Ridgeis a curious film since, technically speaking, it has no third act. Or perhaps more precisely, it is missing a middle. Much has been made both about the violence of the picturewhich is extremeand the religiosity of Desmond Doss....

February 25, 2017 · 2 min · 342 words · Alexandra Curry

Nicolas Cage: examining his straight-to-DVD movies

Last year we watched ten of the recent straight-to-DVD films of Mr Nicolas Cage. Since then, he’s made six more… The first Nicolas Cage movie I saw wasnt one of the cool ones. It wasntWild At Heart,Raising Arizonaor evenValley Girl. It was the Cher rom-com,Moonstruck. A VHS ofBaby Boomwas worn down until the tape resembled a jot down of grey, flimsy nylon. Ad content continues below I was resigned to watching them with her....

February 24, 2017 · 3 min · 630 words · Michael Shepherd

Riverdale Episode 5 Review – Chapter Five: Heart of Darkness

Riverdale Episode 5 The horror. And, oh yeah, Jason was selling drugs for reasons that remain unclear. (Where was Pop anyway? WE WANT MORE POP TATE). Sure, that will work out just great. Fantastic business acumen, that Fred Andrews. the investigation of Jasons death). I would be shocked if the season ends without someone with the Blossom surname being arrested for his death. Next week: We finally meet Polly Cooper!...

February 24, 2017 · 2 min · 215 words · Samuel Campbell

Star Wars: The Legend of Wedge Antilles

The story of one of the great Rebel heroes in the Star Wars saga. Because that name, Rogue, has been an inescapable part ofStar Warslore for many decades. Ever since the very firstStar Warsfilm, Wedge has been one of the greatest heroes of the Rebellion. Wedge Antilles and the love fans have for this character is what separates the casualStar Warsfan from the hardcore. On the surface, it seemed that Wedge was cannon fodder....

February 24, 2017 · 3 min · 505 words · Anna Hughes

Lion: The Little Movie That Roared

An incredible tale of love and memory has found its way into audiences hearts. But that ultimately made the movies message of love and inclusion more relevant and necessary. Just to feel the power of the love in this story was just overwhelming, says the director. There was a spiritualism and a sense of miracle in the story, which I actually loved. I also loved Sue (Saroos adopted mother). I love the mothers....

February 23, 2017 · 2 min · 260 words · Brittany Miranda

Television is Not Replacing Film

There is an exciting narrative going around about TV replacing film in popular culture. If there truly is such a thing as peak TV, then we must surely be nearing it. In other words, we are undeniably in a golden age of serialized storytelling. In fact,many have said it.For years. Television is undeniably having a moment, a gilded age of success. Ad content continues below After all, this is not the first time this sort of thing has happened....

February 23, 2017 · 2 min · 405 words · James Patterson

James Bond 25 And The Untapped Stories of the Novels

More often than not, however, the James Bond films have been adaptations in name only. Fortunately, this has left an abundance of material ripe for translation into new adventures for the filmic Bond. The first and most obvious element to consider is the title. OnlyCasino RoyaleandQuantum Of Solacebucked the trend by taking their names from a Fleming novel and short story respectively. Concerned about his performance and wellbeing, M dispatches Bond to Japan on a diplomatic function....

February 22, 2017 · 2 min · 263 words · Gary Cruz

Arrival: Intellectualism is Also a Superpower

Arrival joins a slate of recent sci-fi films like Interstellar and The Martian to argue against modern anti-intellectual forces. This article contains mildArrivalspoilers. Traditionally, this form of insight should be considered trivial and obvious. Nevertheless, the landing ofArrivalis harrowingly prescient for the weekend after the 2016 U.S. presidential election. A lifetime ago, science fiction had its first real cinematic heyday during the 1950s and early 60s. In this period, the scientist or expert was often an integral part to the formula....

February 21, 2017 · 2 min · 274 words · Sarah Lawrence

Homeland Season 6 Episode 5 Review: Casus Belli

Homeland Season 6 Episode 5 Well that escalated quickly, didnt it? … and it would not be good. This would be a game changer in American policy. All this informs a terrific hour whereanythingthat could go wrong for Carrie does. Apparently, the intelligence agencies that planned the faux-terrorist attack timed it perfectly. Sekou was young, foolish, and angry to romanticize suicide bombers. Adal himself also has put the plan into lightning quick motion....

February 20, 2017 · 2 min · 264 words · Nicholas Taylor

Round The Horne 50th Anniversary Tour review

Round The Horne is touring around the UK. This article comes fromDen of Geek UK. If youve never heardRound The Horne, youre missing a staple of British comedy. Smiths involvement is made funnier in contrast to his other well known role as a Radio 4 announcer. The original show featured musical accompaniment by Edwin Braden and the Hornblowers, and later The Max Harris Group. The Apollo Theatre Group performs two episodes ofRound The Horne, complete with authentic outfits and props....

February 20, 2017 · 1 min · 173 words · Brandon Tran

14 Movies That Should Have Stopped Minutes Earlier

Could the likes of L.A. This article contains major spoilers for each of the films concerned. Which isnt our place. Ad content continues below L.A. Confidential Curtis Hansons movie was robbed. It went toe to toe at the Oscars with James CameronsTitanic, and was swept aside as a consequence. Just remember the moment where two words Rollo Tomassi turn the film. One of many golden moments in an exquisite piece of cinema....

February 18, 2017 · 4 min · 780 words · Stephanie Wang