When award ceremonies become overly politicized, artists risk jeopardizing interest in the arts as even recreational aspects of life become polarizing and arduous.
Arts, Movies
‘Fist Fight’ Delivers a Less Than Compelling Final Blow
This first time effort by director Richie Keen and leading man Charlie Day is a misstep into the realms of film as ‘Fist Fight’ lack depth in character or content.
Arts, Movies
‘Girlfriend’s Day’ Makes an Earnest but Failing Attempt at Originality
Bob Odenkirk trades in his witty, snarky attitude for a more pensive side in Girlfriend’s Day. The premise of film may seem unique and interesting but the plot fails to win watchers over.
Arts, Movies, Column
From Ashes to Ashes, Stubs to Stubs
Assoc. Arts Editor Jacob Schick explores his cinematic lineage in this week’s I’m Just Sayin’
Arts, Movies
Unoriginal and Tired, ‘A United Kingdom’ Is Just Another Biopic
‘A United Kingdom’ contains a very interesting and compelling story, but it lacks pacing and the drive to entertain audiences.
Arts, Movies
Gervais Laughs in the Face of Failure in ‘Life on the Road’
Full of dark humor, ‘David Brent: Life On The Road’ is comprised of a slew of self-deprecation, failure, and sadness.
Arts, Movies, Column
Refn and Visual Storytelling
Sometimes more visual stories are misconstrued as unintelligent because they demand much of the audience. But some of the best films are not the most explicit.
Arts, Movies, Column
A Royale With Cheese and A Sweet Iced Tea
Asst. Arts Editor Jacob Schick discusses the feelings or thoughts connected to movies and rants on the nomenclature of sweet tea in this week’s I’m Just Sayin’
Arts, Movies
The Boogeyman is Back in Grisly ‘John Wick: Chapter 2’
John Wick adds to his mythic stature in a film that challenges the violent feats of the first, as Wick is dragged back into the criminal underworld.
Arts, Movies
‘Fifty Shades Darker’ Doubles Down on Sultry, Provocative Behavior
Relishing in the dismantlement of sexual propriety and exploring the realms of dominance and submission, ‘Fifty Shades Darker’ promises much and delivers.
