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Ben Affleck stars in “Gone Girl,” a mystery novel turned motion picture that was released in theaters Oct. 3.

‘Gone Girl’ mystery implores viewers

October 10, 2014

As one of the most anticipated movies to hit theaters this year, the film “Gone Girl” does not disappoint. With an amazing cast and great direction...

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Liam Neeson stars in the new myster thriller, “A Walk Among the Tombstones,” which was released in theaters Sept. 19.

Crime thriller impresses viewers

September 26, 2014

Out of all the genres there are in a cinematic arsenal, one of the hardest ones to combine or get right is the combo of mystery and thriller. You usually...

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The psychological thriller, “As Above, So Below,” was filmed almost entirely in the catacombs beneath the streets of Paris, France.

‘As Above,’ sinks below

September 12, 2014

Like clockwork, we are introduced to a couple months of semi-scary horror movies that lead us up to Halloween’s fresh batch of frights. Sometimes...

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Chloe Grace Moretz and Jamie Blackley play a young couple in R.J. Cutler’s adaptation of Gayle Forman’s best-selling novel, ‘If I Stay.’ The movie was released in theaters Aug. 15.

‘If I Stay’ a typical tear-jerking tale

September 5, 2014

‘If I Stay’ is an adapted film from a popular novel. I am sure this comes as a shock to no one since young adult and graphic novels have been popular...

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Up-and-coming actor Brenton Thwaites stars in “Oculus,” which premiered in theaters April 11.

‘Oculus’ revives horror fans’ spirits

April 18, 2014

These days, most of the horror films are predictable and not frightening. Some may be filled with gore, like “Evil Dead” or have things that jump...

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Shailene Woodley stars in the movie adaptation of the book “Divergent” which was released in theaters March 21.

Newcomer Shailene Woodley rises in ‘Divergent’

March 28, 2014

In a time where young adult novels are starting to reign supreme at the cinemas, we are given one more book series to become ensnared in. With an intriguing...

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“Bad Grandpa,” which was released Oct. 23, cost $15 million to make and has made $79,658,000 at the box office as of Nov. 6.

‘Bad Grandpa’ fails to see the light

November 8, 2013

SPOILER ALERT   I’m sure we can all remember the first time we saw Johnny Knoxville and the rest of the guys from the “Jackass” group,...

Character chemistry clashes in ‘Riddick’

Character chemistry clashes in ‘Riddick’

September 13, 2013

Thirteen years ago, a newcomer to the entertainment industry named Vin Diesel showed viewers exactly why you should fear the dark. After surviving attacks...

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In the latest horror flick, “You’re Next,” murderers wearing animal masks attack a family who is coming together after being apart for a long time to celebrate their parents’ anniversary.

The animals will hunt you: ‘You’re Next’ fails to live up to its full potential

August 30, 2013

When it comes to the rating of a horror film, a review is kind of arbitrary. I mean, what do you base a review on? Epic kills? Creepy plot discoveries?...

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‘The Croods’ shares life-changing adventure

April 4, 2013

The Croods do not get out much. That is, not until their home is destroyed by an avalanche and they are forced into the wild. In DreamWorks Animation’s...

Jennifer Lawrence and Bradley Cooper star in the Oscar-nominated film, “Silver Linings Playbook,” which recieved high praise at the 2012 Toronto International Film Festival where the film premiered. || Photo courtesy of usmagazine.com

Cooper, Lawrence find silver lining in new film

January 24, 2013

Excelsior. It means onwards and upwards, a common theme throughout this movie. “Silver Linings Playbook” is a tell-all tale that will make you...

Christopher Waltz, who was nominated for his role as Dr. King Schultz, the bounty hunter and Jamie Foxx, who plays the role of Django, Schultz’s partner, both star in Quentin Tarantino’s latest film, “Django Unchained.” || Photo courtesy of IMDB.com

Tarantino’s ‘Django’ breaks free at box office

January 17, 2013

It’s my favorite time of year; snow blankets the ground, the chilly weather allows for curling up beside the fire wearing chunky sweaters and watching...

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