“Better Call Saul” took some time to find its footing. Its first few seasons can feel uneven. The show eventually settled into its style, and each season became better than the last. The show’s fifth season continues this trend. This season is better than the rest, though it still has a few of the same… Read more »
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National Lampoon’s “Animal House:” The college movie to end all college movies
No movie has changed the way people view college life more than “Animal House.” Even though it was made over forty years ago, you can still find people referencing it. The film has made such a big impact that it has partly led to the image of college and fraternity life being nothing but a… Read more »
“Sonic the Hedgehog” – A fun tribute to a classic character, but nothing more
When the trailer for “Sonic the Hedgehog” was first released, it was terrible. The design for Sonic was horrible. From the clips that were shown, “Sonic the Hedgehog” looked like it was going to be the latest in a long line of bad CGI-hybrid films such as the “Alvin and the Chipmunks” or “Smurfs” franchises. … Read more »
“Birds of Prey”—What “Suicide Squad” should have been
The best way to describe “Birds of Prey” is that it’s a spiritual successor to “Suicide Squad,” because it’s everything that “Suicide Squad” was trying to be. “Suicide Squad” was trying to be DC’s answer to “Guardians of the Galaxy.” It did this by having a cast of likable outcasts, only with a darker tone… Read more »

1917 — Entertaining and Anti-War
“1917” feels like “Dunkirk.” It’s trying to be the same thing, but I wouldn’t call it a true rip-off. Mendes makes a thriller that uses its suspense to convey the feeling of being in war. As a thriller, “1917” is great. It creates constant tension and never lets up. The plot is simple and straightforward…. Read more »

“Ford V Ferrari” – A Study of Passion
Ryan Sheehan reviews James Mangold’s latest film, “Ford V Ferrari,” which explores the design of a race car for Ford Motor Company to rival the work of Enzo Ferrari. Whether you’re a racing fan or not, “Ford V Ferrari” has something for you.

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker – Not an Epic Finale
“Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” is not a good movie, but it’s not completely terrible. If you’re just looking for some entertainment and can live with a flawed “Star Wars” film, then you’ll probably get some enjoyment out of “The Rise of Skywalker.” But if you want something that feels like the finale to… Read more »

“Uncut Gems” – A Believable Look
“Uncut Gems” is exhausting. It’s an intense film— one that never gives you a break. I felt tired after watching it. I mean this as a compliment. The story, written and directed by brothers Josh and Benny Safdie, follows Adam Sandler as Howard Ratner, a jeweler in New York City with a gambling addiction. He… Read more »
“How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World” provides satisfying conclusion to series
“How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World” marks the third and possibly last film in the critically acclaimed franchise. Loosely based on the children’s books of the same name by Cressida Crowell, the fantasy/adventure series started with the original “How to Train Your Dragon,” released in 2010. Set on the miserable island of Berk,… Read more »
An overview of the Marvel Cinematic Universe
(WARRENSBURG, Mo.) – The Marvel Cinematic Universe is a historic franchise with many films and spinoffs ahead. Since 2008, Marvel’s films have been hitting theaters, some even breaking box office records. With the recent release of “Thor 3: Ragnorok,” it’s only fitting that an overview was in order. This will cover the Marvel movies so… Read more »