Reviews
Halloween ends… hopefully
When you think of the best horror movie of all time, many would say Halloween. The movie has grown to be an iconic staple...
‘Euphoria’ sparks deeper conversations
Nudity. Sex. Money. Drugs.
That’s what comes into mind when the show “Euphoria” is mentioned.
While the marketing and public view, and assumption is a show...
‘Squid Game’ captures the attention of many
“Squid Game,” a South Korean Netflix series that was released on Sep. 17, is the show that has been the center of everyone’s discussion...
Ye’s new album ‘Donda’ fails to meet expectations
The artist Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, released his tenth album Donda on August 29, 2020 and it does not live up to...
New book examines social media’s endless influence on society
Is technology changing your brain? Does social media have its grip around your mind's eye? Psychologist and tech expert Brian Primack thinks yes, on...
‘Mortal Kombat’ leaves some viewers in the dark
HBO Max’s newest big release is a video game turned movie, “Mortal Kombat.” The movie premiered on the streaming service on April 23.
With films...
‘Godzilla vs. Kong’ showcases battle of two storied beasts
One of the newest blockbuster films of 2021, “Godzilla vs. Kong” was released on March 31 on HBO Max and in select theaters. Because...
‘Moxie’ takes on universal issues
Since the start of the pandemic and movie theater shutdowns, movie releases have become heavily reliant on streaming services. Netflix released the film “Moxie”...
Film explores racial ‘blindspot’
Movie theaters, like many other sectors in the workforce, were affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Everything came to a halt, movie releases were postponed....
Delta Drama’s curious new play adapts a heart-wrenching story
Delta Drama started its production of “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” in Tillie Lewis Theatre on Feb. 28.
The play, adapted...
‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ brings the best of the blue blur
When the initial trailer for “Sonic the Hedgehog” was released on April 8 2019, the reaction was near-universally negative. Since that hideous first design,...
Colorful and fun, ‘Birds of Prey’ not your typical superhero movie
Superhero movies lately have been extremely dark - it seems we can’t watch a new film without watching a beloved character die after going...
‘Mr. Robot’ series ending on high note
USA Network’s critical darling, “Mr. Robot,” is nearing the end of its glorious four-season run.
The series, which premiered in 2015, has received numerous accolades,...
‘Maleficent’ shows how far she will go for her ‘daughter’
Sequels to movies aren’t needed in some cases because they don’t live up to the same standard as the first movie.
This is not exactly...
Scandal, manipulation, comedy and high school musical numbers all in Netflix’s ‘The Politcian’
Netflix has released another instant hit, “The Politician,” starring Ben Platt (“Pitch Perfect”), Zoey Dutch (“Beautiful Creatures”), Gwyneth Paltrow and Jessica Lange.
The new original...
Review: ‘Unbelievable’ is exactly right
Rape happens, sometimes not to be solved.
What’s unbelievable is when detectives automatically don’t believe the accusers based on personal opinions.
The Netflix mini series “Unbelievable”...
IT Chapter 2
Basically “Killer Klown from Outer Space” — except it’s only one clown.
I wondered where It came from but to say he came from space...
‘Captain Marvel’ sets stage for MCU finale
The first round of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is beginning to come to a close and one of those final steps is Marvel’s latest...
‘A Comedy of Tenors’ brings laughs to the theater for all ages
The Stockton Civic Theatre is putting on a show called "A Comedy of Tenors," a sequel to the 2013 play "Lend Me A Tenor.”
The...
New ‘Dragon Ball’ Movie Breaks Records
Dragon Ball Super: Broly opened Jan.16 in the United States, and has since grossed $23.6 million domestically. It became the first Japanese-Animated movie since...
