Think Like a Man: It’s the ladies’ best plan
Reigine Yray, Staff Writer
May 15, 2012
Take the advice of refraining from putting food in your mouth or sipping a drink while watching Think Like a Man. This movie will have you laughing so hard you’ll develop a six-pack. Five male friends are in the palm of their women’s hands. Kristen (Gabrielle Union) uses Steve Harvey’s book, “Act... Read more »
‘Chimpanzee:’ Welcome to the jungle
Jordan Sutton, Managing Editor
May 10, 2012
Disney has amazed its audience once more with another breathtaking Disney Nature presentation- “Chimpanzee.” With its beautiful cinematography and unique storyline, this documentary, narrated by Tim Allen, captured my heart as well as my complete and undivided attention. As the opening scene rolls... Read more »
Not such a ‘Lucky One’
Marina Triplett, Staff Writer
May 10, 2012
Readers knew it was only a matter of time before the newest, best-selling novel by Nicholas Sparks, would hit the big screen. But, I’m not quite so sure the end result of The Lucky One, directed by Scott Hicks, was as sweet as the heartfelt previews suggested. While stationed in Iraq, Marine Logan... Read more »
Borrowing a piece of ‘The Secret World of Arrietty’
Rochelle Mae Ruiz, News Editor
March 6, 2012
Compared to “Spirited Away” also created by Japanese Studio Ghibili and released by Disney, “The Secret World of Arrietty” is inferior at best. Rather than an array of gods and strange creatures in a spirit world, Arrietty’s world is nothing more than another rendition of “Thumbelina” minus... Read more »
Hopeless romantics fall for ‘The Vow’
Reigine Yray, Staff Writer
February 24, 2012
I don’t know about you, but I’m a sucker for romantic movies. Not to mention, I get emotional when it comes to sappy romance movies. Combine these two things together and what do you get? Me, wiping away streaks of tears, while still managing to enjoy handfuls of popcorn. “Life’s all about moments... Read more »
‘Joyful Noise’ raises the roof
Jordan Sutton, Arts & Entertainment Editor
February 6, 2012
Maybe you agree with millions of others that High School Musical or Grease is just “not your thing.” There are movie-goers who love a catchy song thrown in between scenes and there are those who would rather run a marathon than watch a musical. Joyful Noise won’t exactly fill what those “marathon... Read more »
Dipping Into the Vault: ‘Angels in America’
Jacob Miller, Staff Writer
February 3, 2012
In 2003, Tony Kushner adapted his Pullitzer Price winning play Angels in America into an HBO miniseries directed by Mike Nichols. And thank god. For its important messages, witty dialogue and epic story elements, it is considered one of the essential pieces of drama in American history and this adaptation... Read more »
Dipping Into the Vault: ‘Return to Oz’
Jacob Miller, Staff Writer
January 20, 2012
Many of us are familiar with the 1939 musical classic ‘The Wizard of Oz’, based on L. Frank Baum’s series of children’s novels. It had bright colorful songs and iconic characters, but it’s pseudo-sequel ‘Return to Oz’, released almost fifty years later in 1985, never got as much attention,... Read more »
‘Jack and Jill’ another disappointing Sandler comedy
Alex Nedelcu, Staff Writer
November 27, 2011
As the captivating trailers frequently played on my television, I remember thinking “Jack and Jill” was a MUST-SEE. The funny scenes played during the short commercial made this movie look captivating, and promised a chance to laugh throughout the whole film. So here I was, popcorn in hand, anxious... Read more »
‘Tower Heist’ provides comical views
Bserat Ghebremicael, Assistant Editor-in-Chief
November 27, 2011
With a story that involves crime, comedy, and a connection to the infamous 2009 Bernie Madoff investment scandal, “Tower Heist” resulted in multiple laughs, and is a perfect break from homework. Manager Josh Kovacs (Ben Stiller) learns that hard-edged businessman Arthur Shaw (Alan Alda) was attempting... Read more »
