‘The Drama’ filled with great performances but falls flat with poor execution

A film with strong performances and big ideas, “The Drama” almost reaches its full potential, but uneven storytelling keeps it from fully delivering on its emotional and moral weight. The movie follows Emma, played by Zendaya, and Charlie, played by…

Conan O’Brien hosts 98th Academy Awards filled with celebration, humor

This year’s Oscars were filled with surprises, celebration and countless hilarious moments. The show opened by paying tribute to every Best Picture nominee in the funniest way possible. Host Conan O’Brien begrudgingly donned a wig and makeup mimicking the iconic…

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‘Project Hail Mary’ captures heart of space with spectacle, stellar performances

Directorial superteam Phil Lord and Christopher Miller’s latest venture is an astronomical accomplishment. Based on “The Martian,” author Andy Weir’s 2011 novel, “Project Hail Mary” tells the story of a middle school science teacher named Ryland Grace who is sent…

‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ trailer rings in new era for Marvel

This year’s “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” trailer shows a darker, more isolated Peter Parker, using grounded visuals, a simpler suit and an emotional storyline to redefine what Spider-Man means for Marvel. The biggest shift in the trailer comes from director…

Here comes ‘The Bride!’: Maggie Gyllenhaal’s confused take on classic story

Maggie Gyllenhaal’s latest film’s flash and flair unsuccessfully mask a mountainous amount of issues. Loosely based on Mary Shelley’s 1818 novel “Frankenstein” and James Whale’s 1935 film, “Bride of Frankenstein,” “The Bride!” tells the story of Ida, a sex worker…

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BAFTA’s celebratory night becomes overshadowed by controversy 

The 79th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA’s) celebrated many aspects that make cinema amazing, but it was unfortunately the subject of much controversy. The award ceremony, which was held on Feb. 22, was hosted by Scottish actor Alan Cumming, known…

Latest ‘Scream’ movie destroys franchise’s reputation

“Scream,” released in 1996, was one of the best films I have ever seen.  Comparably, “Scream 7,” released on Feb. 27, 2026,  was one of the worst films I have ever seen. The “Scream” franchise has expanded across 30 years,…

Bruno Mars returns to soulful, Latino roots with ‘The Romantic’

After years of anticipation, Bruno Mars returns with his latest album “The Romantic” that blends his signature soul with vibrant Spanish and Latino influences. This new era feels intentional from the very first track. Rather than chasing trends, Mars leans…