Samsara intrigues with visual spectacle
Samsara, the latest film from Baraka director Ron Fricke, relies on stunning imagery to create a visual narrative.
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The Words charms but misses the mark
A talented cast and enchanting visual design don’t disguise The Word’s poor structure and overabundance of themes.
Auteurship gives dull cinema style, flair
With a slew of remakes and sequels dominating theaters, modern cinema is seemingly devoid of originality. Many films could escape this fate, but they lack the creative drive necessary for a unique voice — they lack auteurship. The auteur theory suggests that a film’s originality, in large part, stems from the director, the driving creative […]
Cast fails to overcome meaningless Lies
By trying to incorporate too many genres, Little White Lies delivers a messy production.
Sleepwalk stumbles with bland narrative
Despite an intriguing premise and clever storyline, Sleepwalk with Me stalls and doesn’t quite manage to fulfill its potential.
Non-majors take advantage of on-campus film scene
Even if you’re not a film major, the School of Cinematic Arts offers classes and screening for those interested in exploring cinema.
Festival de Cannes releases film lineup
The Festival de Cannes, one of the most prestigious film festivals in the world, recently released its lineup of films. The film festival will open on May 16 with a screening of Moonrise Kingdom, Wes Anderson’s first live action film since 2007. The film stars Bruce Willis, Edward Norton, Bill Murray, Frances McDormand, Tilda Swinton […]
L!fe Happens disappoints with moral discrepancies
With huge gaps in its plot and morally ambiguous characters, L!fe Happens fails to impress.
Darren Aronofsky shopping George Washington film
Paramount Pictures is currently in negotiations with Protozoa Pictures on The General, a film regarding the life of George Washington, for which Darren Aronofsky will serve as producer and director. Paramount Pictures currently has a first-look deal with the production company. If the studio can’t reach a deal, however, other studios will have the opportunity […]
Comic-Con fails to find cinematic footing
Comic-Con entertains with visuals but lacks authenticity and a consistent overall tone.