Category: Movie
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‘The Sadness’ — An Unapologetic Gore-Fest Making Rounds On Social Media
As a horror buff, I was intrigued by people claiming ‘The Sadness’ was the most disturbing movie they’ve ever seen or to watch with caution. So, I finally put the internet to the test and watched it for myself… to varying results.
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Trauma Profiteering in Jordan Peele’s ‘Nope’
Nope succeeds tremendously in dealing with higher concepts in an engaging and highly entertaining manner without sacrificing theme or personality.
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Elvis Owes Much to the Black Community
The new biopic ‘Elvis’ highlights the beginning and end of the career of this rock and roll legend. The audience is taken on this journey knowing the tragic ending but not so much about what led him there. A large topic of discussion is the influences on Elvis that made him who he was as…
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The Power of Looking in ‘Nope’
Yes, “Nope” is definitely about the modern obsession with turning tragedy and horror into a spectacle for people’s enjoyment. But it’s also about the power of looking, who has the right to look, and what happens to those who are looked upon.
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‘Hollywood Stargirl’ Returns to the Big Screen
‘Hollywood Stargirl’ (2022) is a teen romantic drama film that centers around the title character’s experiences in Los Angeles. This film serves as the sequel to the 2020 film ‘Stargirl’, but unlike the previous film, the events in this movie are shown from the title character’s perspective instead of Leo Borlock’s.
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‘Don’t Make Me Go’ — A Basic Story With The Year’s Most Heartbreaking Ending
‘Don’t Make Me Go’ is what you would expect, Wally and her father, Max, clash tremendously and don’t understand each other. Although, it’s very heartwarming.
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‘Mr. Malcolm’s List’ Is A Lighter Version of ‘Bridgerton’
Mr. Malcolm’s List is a pleasant promenade through a fantasy Regency-era England filled with people of color. For fans of Bridgerton, this is the PG version of the show, but with completely colorblind casting and a much lighter tone.
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Reconnecting with Hawaiian Culture in ‘Finding ‘Ohana’
A family adventure film that features Hawaiian culture with a representative director and a diverse cast.
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Living in The Real World in ‘Dog Gone Trouble’
A pampered dog who gets lost and has to learn to live on his own while being flexible with surroundings.
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12 Films Exploring the Complexity and Adventures of Growing Old
When most of us think about diversity in film, we usually think about three things: race, gender, and disabilities. However, there is a forgotten topic… age. These are 12 of the best films about growing old.