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Recent fantasy adaptations have received backlash, as some fans argue that their diverse interpretations are inaccurate to their white source material.

Fantasy adaptations feature diverse casts despite backlash

by Sophia Arndt
Published October 2, 2024

Early last week, Disney announced Tamara Smart will be playing Thalia Grace in “Percy Jackson and the Olympians,” the Disney+ adaptation of Rick Riordan’s hit book series. The announcement was met...

There are a handful more sequels and remakes to be released soon.

Remakes and sequels prove to be popular but disliked

by Isabella Caswell
Published September 23, 2024

Not all remakes and sequels are considered terrible. “Nosferatu,” releasing in December, is a remake of the 1922 horror film, and it is highly anticipated.  But some say remakes or sequels are...

A movie so nice they named it twice.

Review: “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice”

by Gabriel Brito
Published September 9, 2024

As dark as it is silly, “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” — the sequel to Tim Burton’s horror-comedy masterpiece — delightfully brings the original story into a modern-day setting. Spooky, charming...

“Deadpool & Wolverine” is the first “Deadpool” movie since 2018’s “Deadpool 2.”

Review: “Deadpool & Wolverine”

by Ethan Lambert
Published July 29, 2024

Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman inject much-needed life and levity into the Marvel Cinematic Universe with “Deadpool & Wolverine,” a film that breaks away from the superhero movie cliches amid audiences’...

Daily affirmation: “I will not accept a life I do not deserve.”

Review: “MaXXXine”

by Sommer Wagen
Published July 7, 2024

“MaXXXine” is the star-studded conclusion to Ti West’s “X” horror film trilogy, a thrilling and thought-provoking tale of the tragedy and depravity of the pursuit of fame, particularly through...

For students looking to catch a blockbuster or an independent film this summer, here are some picks within a reasonable distance to campus.

Top five movie theaters for students living on campus

by Ethan Lambert
Published June 17, 2024

The summer movie season is here, and with no film screenings scheduled at Coffman Union this summer, you might be wondering what other options there are for catching movies. Whether you are anticipating...

“The Watchers” is a film adaptation of the 2022 book of the same name by A.M. Shine.

Review: “The Watchers”

by Ethan Lambert
Published June 13, 2024

Ishana Night Shyamalan, daughter of famous director M. Night Shyamalan, has followed in the footsteps of “The Sixth Sense” filmmaker by making a horror film with a plot twist, “The Watchers,” released...

The MSP International Film Festival at The Main Cinema on Monday. The MSPIFF features over 200 films until April 25.

MSP International Film Festival showcases movies from around the world

by Max Mueller
Published April 17, 2024
Films from a variety of foreign countries create a collection of diverse cultures right here in the Twin Cities.
“Challengers” releases in theaters on April 26.

Review: “Challengers”

by Ethan Lambert
Published April 13, 2024
Zendaya stars in an enthralling, romantic tennis drama directed by Luca Guadagnino.
“Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” released in theaters on March 22.

Review: “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire”

by Ethan Lambert
Published March 30, 2024
The fifth installment of the “Ghostbusters” franchise is a forgettable, mediocre attempt at keeping the franchise alive.

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