Miyazaki let down disappoints following Studio Ghibli hiatus
From “Castle in the Sky” to “My Neighbor Totoro,” Studio Ghibli has been long revered for its works in the field of animation. Since its establishment in 1985, the studio has become well-known for its beautiful, hand-drawn productions, and especially…
Disney+ steals hearts with Christmas release of ‘Soul’
With the timely advent of Disney+ and the modern plague which has constrained us all to the comfort of our couches, what better time has there ever been for the consumption of a brand-new Pixar movie? “Soul,” directed by Pete…
Netflix horror film ‘His House’ examines refuge crisis
The best horror stories are considered to be the ones that take us out of our comfort zone and make us confront the more disturbing truths of life, especially within the world of movies. Whether it’s the personal anxieties that…
Murray’s role steadfast despite being ‘On the Rocks’
2020 has been notable in that filmgoers have had to grow quite dependent on streaming services and video-on-demand outlets in order to experience the few new releases this year. Through its first year of operation, Apple TV+ has slowly grown…
‘#Alive’ pushes many boundaries for zombie film genre
The zombie film genre is perhaps one of the most famous yet oversaturated in all of horror, especially with Western audiences. With countless movies, video games and television shows, it would seem that the traditional undead ghoul has been dried…
‘The Witches’ fails to capture author’s original vision
The expansive library of film adaptations of the works of author Roald Dahl is characterized by the varied quality and memorability of the works within it. On one end, you have films such as “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory”…
‘Borat’ sequel proves to be equal parts hilarious, controversial
Since its 2006 release, actor-comedian Sacha Baron Cohen’s (“The Trial of the Chicago 7”) mockumentary-style satire “Borat” has remained both popular and infamous among audiences worldwide due to its racy brand of humor. Despite its fictional protagonist and story, a…
Sorkin lands slam dunk with ‘Trial Of The Chicago 7’
It feels as though writer-director Aaron Sorkin (“Molly’s Game”) almost never fails to impress with his works. From films such as “The Social Network,” Sorkin has shown time and time again how truly gifted and intelligent he is as a…
‘Hubie Halloween’ adds to long line of bad Sandler Films
Although he has occasionally shown that he has the chops to succeed as a dramatic performer, actor-comedian Adam Sandler (“Murder Mystery”) has devoted the majority of his career toward producing and starring in mostly lackluster, occasionally cringe-worthy, comedic films. As…
“Project Power” Fails to Fill Void Left by Lack of Superhero Films
Over the past decade, superhero and comic book films have become a significant staple in pop culture, with the promise of riveting action, dazzling digital effects and captivating characters. Given the immense popularity of the genre, in addition to the…
