In Darkness accurately conveys emotive tragedy
Agnieszka Holland’s drama captures the intensity of the Nazi-occupied city of Lvov.
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A transition to television grows in appeal for film stars
“Do TV and no one will ever take you seriously again.” If viewers were asked to explain why they laughed at this line, spoken by ultra conservative network executive Jack Donaghy on 30 Rock, the most common response would likely be along the lines of: “Because it’s true.” Context certainly plays a role in understanding […]
Chronicle embraces gritty filmmaking
Josh Trank’s teenage superhero flick flaunts a unique film style, but falls flat in its pathos, or lack thereof, toward characters.
Woman haunts viewers
Horror film terrifies with suspenseful cinematography and ambiguous ending.
New comedy disappoints on every front
A mediocre script, subpar performances and bad direction create the perfect trifecta for an uninspired, boring cinematic venture.
The Grey grips viewers with suspense
Writer and director Joe Carnahan’s recent work, The Grey, plays on the viewers’ fears of getting lost and stranded in the wilderness.
Trojans should fight on for film history
The death of 35mm film will put revival movie houses out of business and deprive moviegoers of a unique viewing experience.
New film explores parents’ nightmares
Lynne Ramsay’s We Need to Talk About Kevin captivates viewers with its beautifully disturbing ambience and unrelenting drama.
Foreign films grow in popularity
Directors, such as Angelina Jolie and Pedro Almodóvar, discuss the expanding presence and increasing appeal of foreign films.
Haute High Lights
Movie of the Week — Super, Premieres Friday If Scott Pilgrim vs. the World and Kick-Ass just weren’t enough for you, here is yet another movie based on the average guy in an unfortunate situation who becomes a super hero of sorts. Rainn Wilson and Ellen Page are unlikely and largely untalented sidekicks in […]