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March 29 , 2024

“The Lego Movie” entertains audiences of all ages

Despite what you may think, "The Lego Movie" is more for adults than it is for kids. In fact, it parodies films we associate with our childhood, like "Star Wars" and "Lord of the Rings." Instead of...

“In the House” violates the boundaries of academia

In the House - France - Netflix Instant streaming Far from the cliché teacher-student movie, “In the House” violates the boundaries of academia, thus overcoming the norms of plot execution. A ...

‘That Awkward Moment’ flips gender roles, reflects rising generation

The new film “That Awkward Moment” pushes beyond the expectations of a romantic comedy, delivering a refreshing take on the dynamics of relationships. Inverting the female “best friends forever” for...

‘Cinema Paradiso’, unassuming masterpiece worth rewatching

Cinema Paradiso – Italy – Available on DVD at Richter Library and on Netflix instant watch Subtly, in the way that only an unassuming masterpiece can, "Cinema Paradiso" captures the heartwarmin...

‘Summer in February’ strays from genre, contains plot twists

Dan Stevens fans who are mourning his departure from “Downton Abbey” can find consolation in his role in  “Summer in February,” the new period drama playing in Cosford from Friday to Sunday. Based ...

“Last Night” probes with questions about infidelity

As simple as a storyline could ever be, "Last Night" is, for the same reason, an insightful portrait of the delicate line between loyalty and infidelity. With four stars of varying ethnicity, the...

“Saving Mr. Banks” explores the struggles of storytelling

The comedic historical drama, Saving Mr. Banks brings to light the true story of Walt Disney’s attempts to persuade Ms. Travers, the author of Mary Poppins to surrender the rights. Played by Tom Hanks...

Norwegian odyssey makes waves

"Kon Tiki" - Norway - Netflix Instant Watch "Kon-Tiki" chronicles the odyssey of a Norwegian hero, Thor, but unlike the one from Norse myths or from the Marvel franchise, Thor Heyerdahl revolutioni...

‘She Loves Me’ celebrates following instinct

The semester’s last Jerry Herman Ring Theater production, She Loves Me, a musical about love and its whims in a parfumerie in the 1950’s floats as sweetly as the lofty, pink scents that the store prom...

Contradictions coexist in ‘The Book Thief’ Film

The New York Times best selling novel, The Book Thief, by Markus Zusak, makes its way onto the big screen this November, adapting this love story for books into a moving film about German girl, Liesel...

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