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‘Us’ seeks to scare and intrigue – and succeeds at both

April 17, 2019

This piece includes spoilers for the movie “Us.” Unlike other reviews, this piece will not compare “Get Out” to “Us.” The former, Jordan Peele’s directorial debut, is a satirical commentary...

‘Black Panther’ breaks the barriers of superhero films of the past, providing larger commentary on black culture and colonialism

February 13, 2019

Ryan Coogler’s “Black Panther” could’ve been yet another addition to a long line of superhero films in a drawn-out franchise. After all, with 17 films under its belt, the Marvel Cinematic Universe...

Breaking down the Oscar winners

March 4, 2014

Things I learned from watching the Oscars on Sunday night: Benedict Cumberbatch enjoys photobombing. Kristen Bell is a hero for bringing a burrito in her clutch purse. Meryl Streep is a selfie...

Celebrity Chic: Top 5 Oscars looks

March 3, 2014

Let’s be honest, the thing we were most looking forward to at the Oscars was Ellen DeGeneres hosting and Leonardo DiCaprio finally winning a little gold statue. Although only one of those things actually...

The Golden Globes bring the insanity, hinting at who might win an Oscar

January 15, 2014

On Sunday, the Golden Globes kicked off the start of the 2014 awards season, or as I like to call it, the time when I get angry because my favorites never win. Tina Fey and Amy Poehler once again kicked...

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