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The DUFF: “Dramatic and Unexpectedly Fine Film”

The DUFF: “Dramatic and Unexpectedly Fine Film”

By Cam Vernali April 2, 2015

I would not label myself as a movie buff; sure, I enjoy good films, can appreciate well-made cinematography, and will catch up on new movies with friends when I have time. Going to a movie theater and...

If Youre Reading This Its Too Late

“If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late”

By Kevin Lee April 2, 2015

Drake’s catchy new album, “If You’re Reading This, It’s Too Late” captures the essence of trap with flowing lines and hard beats. Anyone can bump to his music and it’s hard not to feel the...

Marins Hidden Brunch Spots

Marin’s Hidden Brunch Spots

By Sammy Herdman March 24, 2015

On weekend mornings the prospect of brunch can make the difference between waking up at 10 a.m. or staying in bed until the late afternoon, so picking a place to eat quickly is critical. However, many...

Birdman: An Experiment With Sky-High Results

“Birdman”: An Experiment With Sky-High Results

By Connor Dargan March 24, 2015

After a successful performance as the superhero Birdman, fading Hollywood star Riggan Thompson (Michael Keaton) tries to create a Broadway play. His struggles and the occurrences around him are boldly...

McFarland USA Strikes a Positive Note

“McFarland USA” Strikes a Positive Note

By Calvin Rosevear March 12, 2015

“McFarland USA” is a fun, feel-good movie based on a true story about teacher Jim White who moves to a poor town in California with his family in 1987. The town, McFarland, is filled with Latin American...

American Propaganda

American Propaganda

By Isabella Schloss February 24, 2015

America has always been a proud country. During times of war we wave our flag and vow to do whatever it takes to protect our nation from anyone who wants to take away our so-called freedom. And in the...

Agent Carter Redefines Marvel

“Agent Carter” Redefines Marvel

By Jordan Blackburn February 24, 2015

A female-led noir spy thriller set in the 1940s may not seem like the most obvious place to take a story line based on a character most commonly known as “Captain America’s love interest,” but “Agent...

by Johanna Wong

Mockingjay Hits Pure Gold

By Sarah Asch December 23, 2014

“Mockingjay: Part One,” was a perfect movie. Before I proceed, I feel the need to add a disclaimer: I am completely in love with the Hunger Games books, and the only thing that mattered to me about...

by Johanna Wong

Third Hunger Games Movie Disappoints

By Devon Stoeber December 23, 2014

The third film in the Hunger Games series, “Mockingjay: Part One” based on the book by Suzanne Collins, was not the film many fans were hoping for. The movie follows the story of Katniss Everdeen,...

Swift Cuts Country Ties... And Her Hair

Swift Cuts Country Ties… And Her Hair

By Isabella Schloss December 23, 2014

I’ll admit I was one of the many people who were skeptical of the new Rolling Stone cover. Short hair, white tank top and smeared mascara, it was the “new” Taylor Swift. The photo looked like another...

Laggies Does Not Lag

“Laggies” Does Not Lag

By Camille Morgan December 17, 2014

Starring the well-known and universally recognized Keira Knightley and Chloe Grace Moretz, Laggies is a cheerfully wise comedy about Megan, an unemployed 28 year-old undergoing a quarter-life crisis. After...

Movie Review: Interstellar

Movie Review: Interstellar

By Marina Furbush November 24, 2014

Full disclosure, when I walked into the theater to see “Interstellar,” I fully expected to hate it. To my surprise, I walked out after the film having thoroughly enjoyed myself. Despite the fears of...

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