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 ‘Anonymously Yours’ is another typical Netflix teen romance movie with all the familiar tropes done the exact same way.
 Grade: C- 
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Rewatch Every Romance Movie Ever in ‘Anonymously Yours’

Kathryn Peterson
January 25, 2022
"Anonymously Yours" is a combination of every other bad romance movie.
Jump into the military-themed action of ‘One Shot’

Jump into the military-themed action of ‘One Shot’

Ayma Malik
December 17, 2021
“One Shot” lacks depth to separate it from other action films.
Reminiscence was an interesting take on exploring fictional technology. Although the movie was threaded with a confusing plotline, the setting and the unique use of hypnotic effects made it entertaining.
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Rating: B-

Take a Look Into the Past in ‘Reminiscence’

Lily Gurdison
November 30, 2021
“Reminiscence” is a sci-fi romance story that incorporates a classic love tale with futuristic technology.
“Space Sweepers’ was lovable in every way, from their layered, diverse characters, to their perfect pacing and effective life lesson. Rating: A

Fight evil governments and collect space debris in ‘Space Sweepers’

Madison Land
November 8, 2021
‘Space Sweepers’ is the type of movie that makes you want to go on adventures with those you love most, whether that’s family or friends to call a family, no matter how simple or extravagant the adventure might be.
Ride An Emotional Roller Coaster In ‘The Guilty’

Ride An Emotional Roller Coaster In ‘The Guilty’

Jackson Bogan
October 27, 2021
“The Guilty” is a gripping dramatic movie following an officer who messes up and is forced onto 911 Operator duty while awaiting trial.
Karen Needs To See The Manager

“Karen” Needs To See The Manager

Kamiran Hinton
September 29, 2021
"Karen" is a film that has high goals, but overall fails to accomplish them.
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Positive diagnosis for ’50/50′

October 24, 2011

Inspired by a true story, Director Jonathan Levine displays the hardships that Adam Lerner (Joseph Gordon Levitt) encounters after being diagnosed with a rare type of cancer in 50/50. Lerner moves...

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‘Red Riding Hood’ storyline revisited

March 23, 2011

Catherine Hardwicke, director of Twilight, is the mastermind behind the revival of the classic Little Red Riding fairytale. The remake, Red Riding Hood, has an exciting plot, mysterious characters, and...

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‘Never Say Never’ shines light on pop sensation

March 9, 2011

With clips from his childhood, behind-the-scenes footage of his crazy lifestyle, and a few inspiring words from the teen singing sensation himself, Justin Bieber’s new movie ‘Never Say Never’, directed...

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‘Easy A’ Deserves a ‘B’

October 7, 2010

The “A” in the case of Screen Gem’s Easy A stands for amusing. The plot is simple: a girl makes up a lie to get others to like her, but the plan backfires. The movie finds its true originality...

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