"If we do nothing, neither are we." The Shape of Water tells the story of a mute woman, Elisa, who begins to form a relationship with an amphibian man, after having access to a government room where harmful experiments are performed to this creature. Along with her friends, Zelda and Giles, Elisa plans to remove … Continue reading REVIEW: THE SHAPE OF WATER (2017)
REVIEW: MOLLY’S GAME (2018)
“If you think a princess could do what I did, you’re incorrect.” Molly’s Game, Aaron Sorkin’s directorial debut, and tells the story about a young woman, just having graduated college, looking to make her way in the buzzing city of Los Angeles. When she is introduced into the world of underground poker, Molly’s world is … Continue reading REVIEW: MOLLY’S GAME (2018)
REVIEW: JUMANJI: WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE (2017)
"Why am I wearing half a shirt and short shorts in the JUNGLE?" There’s always that one blockbuster film that comes out during the holidays. Some might think it’s Star Wars, but you’d be wrong. No, this year’s epic movie is none other than… Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle. Breaking the record for the most … Continue reading REVIEW: JUMANJI: WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE (2017)
REVIEW: LADY BIRD (2017)
"What if this is the best version of myself?" In Greta Gerwig’s directorial debut, Lady Bird tells the coming of age story of a young girl, Lady Bird, a name she has given to herself, as she begins her journey between high school and college. With the help of her friends and family, Lady Bird … Continue reading REVIEW: LADY BIRD (2017)
REVIEW: THE KILLING OF A SACRED DEER (2017)
"You do realize, Steven, we're in this situation because of you." The Killing of a Sacred Deer is a gut-wrenching film that tells the story of a middle aged doctor named Steven (Colin Farrell) who befriends a teenage boy after the boy’s father dies during heart surgery. When the friendship between the two takes a … Continue reading REVIEW: THE KILLING OF A SACRED DEER (2017)
REVIEW: DARKEST HOUR (2017)
"You can not reason with a Tiger when your head is in its mouth!" After an abysmal project with Peter Pan, Joe Wright returns to the director’s chair in Darkest Hour. The film tells the story of Winston Churchill’s appointment to Prime Minister following the passive predecessor, Neville Chamberlain during the height of Adolf Hitler’s … Continue reading REVIEW: DARKEST HOUR (2017)
REVIEW: THE POST
"...from the majority opinion: 'In the First Amendment the Founding Fathers gave the free press the protection it must have to fulfill its essential role in our democracy. The press was to serve the governed, not the governors." The Post is director Steven Spielberg’s newest film that tells the story of the Pentagon Papers by … Continue reading REVIEW: THE POST
SPOILER REVIEW: STAR WARS: THE LAST JED (2017)
The greatest teacher, failure is. – Yoda Star Wars: The Last Jedi is taking the world by storm with a near record-breaking opening weekend. But whether you loved the film or not, there are a few points where the film doesn’t come together as it should be. Though it’s hard for a film, in a … Continue reading SPOILER REVIEW: STAR WARS: THE LAST JED (2017)
REVIEW: STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI (2017)
“Impressive…every word in that statement is wrong.” Star Wars: The Last Jedi is the 8th installment of the incredible Star Wars franchise. The new film brings us back to the end of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and continues the journey of Rey, Finn, Poe, General Leia, and Luke Skywalker. However, with the Dark Side … Continue reading REVIEW: STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI (2017)
REVIEW: BATTLE OF THE SEXES (2017)
"Because dinosaurs can't play tennis." - Billie Jean King Battle of the Sexes tells the true story of Billie Jean King (Emma Stone) and Bobby Riggs' (Steve Carell) 1973 tennis match. This film takes on many issues that were central to that time period, as well as today. There are so many things that this … Continue reading REVIEW: BATTLE OF THE SEXES (2017)
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