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Wait, What?

Sofia Ball December 3, 2025

If you’re like me, you might have to step out of the movie theater for this. It’s uncomfortable. It’s chilling. It’s challenging. It’s “Bugonia.” This psychological thriller...

Uncut Gems Review

Uncut Gems Review

Zach Dulny, Critic January 27, 2020

“Uncut Gems” is a 2019 Mystery/Crime film about a jeweler who gambles money that he has borrowed from dangerous people. He gets in trouble and ends up having to engage in high stake bets to try and...

Jumanji: The Next Level Review

Jumanji: The Next Level Review

Zach Dulny, Critic January 27, 2020

“Jumanji: The Next Level” is a 2019 Fantasy/Action movie that has the same charm as its 2017 prequel had. It’s funny, enjoyable and a cheesy good time that is very fun to watch. This is a sequel...

Richard Jewell Review

Richard Jewell Review

Zach Dulny, Critic January 21, 2020

“Richard Jewell” is a 2019 Drama based on the true story of Richard Jewell and his relationship with the 1996 Centennial Olympic Park Bombing. It follows a security guard who found a bomb and was called...

Jojo Rabbit Review

Jojo Rabbit Review

Zach Dulny, Critic December 9, 2019

“Jojo Rabbit” is a 2019 drama/comedy that takes a satirical spin on Nazi Germany. It’s written, directed by and features Taika Waititi as Adolf Hitler. The movie tells the story of a Nazi boy who...

Frozen II Review

Frozen II Review

Zach Dulny, Critic December 9, 2019

“Frozen II” is a 2019 drama/fantasy that is amiable. Granted, it isn’t the original, but it still delivers a joyful and exciting movie that would entertain most people who see it. With the returning...

Knives Out Review

Knives Out Review

Zach Dulny, Critic December 4, 2019

“Knives Out” is a 2019 drama/thriller that is pretty enjoyable. Being a classic whoddunit, the movie takes the murder mystery formula to the next level with its supsense and enjoyable visuals. Though...

A Beautiful Day In The Neighborhood Review

A Beautiful Day In The Neighborhood Review

Zach Dulny, Critic December 3, 2019

“A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood” is a 2019 drama that gives you such a happy feeling when watching. Telling the real story of Tom Junod and his experiences with Mr. Fred Rogers, the movie stars...

Ford v Ferrari review

Ford v Ferrari review

Zach Dulny, Critic November 23, 2019

“Ford v Ferrari” is a 2019 drama/sport movie. It has real, human like characters along with exceptional performances and great action that comes together for an overall enjoyable movie–with its only...

Dr. Sleep review

Dr. Sleep review

Zach Dulny, Critic November 20, 2019

“Dr. Sleep” is an unusual 2019 fantasy/thriller. This movie is based off of the book of the same name by Stephen King. While an intriguing book, it is an odd movie  It tries to match some of the art...

Harriet review

Harriet review

Zach Dulny, Critic November 12, 2019

“Harriet” is a 2019 drama that tells the story of the underground railroad conductor, Harriet Tubman. The movie is set up for success with its powerful storyline. This movie is great to watch once....

Joker review

Joker review

Zach Dulny, Critic October 7, 2019

“Joker” is a 2019 drama/thriller that tries to tell a new story of an old villain. This movie is an intense adaptation of the famous Batman character, giving him a dark backstory that has never been...

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