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THE BOSS BABY: Donald Trump, The Diaper Years
THE BOSS BABY: Donald Trump, The Diaper Years

The Boss Baby offers occasional laughs and is clearly politically-driven, yet it is ultimately fleeting, forgettable entertainment.

THE SHACK: A Spiritual Journey Sparking Controversy
THE SHACK: A Spiritual Journey Sparking Controversy

Despite controversy due to its depiction of Christian beliefs, The Shack is a success, delving into complicated issues in a creative way.

BEFORE I FALL: A Bold YA Adaption
BEFORE I FALL: A Bold YA Adaption

Before I Fall is a young adult adaptation that manages to stand apart from the rest, presenting a lavishly told thriller about high schoolers.

FIFTY SHADES DARKER: It's So Bad It's Good
FIFTY SHADES DARKER: It’s So Bad It’s Good

With overly drawn-out scenes and a sprinkle of randomized and at times unnecessary drama, Fifty Shades Darker left much to be desired.

BILLY LYNN'S LONG HALFTIME WALK: A Visual Misfire We Didn't See Coming
BILLY LYNN’S LONG HALFTIME WALK: A Visual Misfire We Didn’t See Coming

Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk is atypical for Ang Lee; though the visuals are impressive, the film surrounding it fails to have an impact.

HIGH NOON: Celebrating The Power Of Individual Fortitude
HIGH NOON: Celebrating The Power Of Individual Fortitude

High Noon, though premiering in 1952, is a film that has great significance today, expressing the strength and power of individual will.

LIVE BY NIGHT: Ben Affleck's Next Great Effort As Writer/Director/Star
LIVE BY NIGHT: Ben Affleck’s Next Great Effort As Writer/Director/Star

Live by Night is the next directorial effort from Ben Affleck, in which he also stars/writes/produces; it is another indicator of his talent.

The Nominated Film You May Have Missed: Lion
The Nominated Film You May Have Missed: LION

Lion will likely be overlooked at this year’s Oscars; with its inspiring heart-wrenching true story, though, it is still worth watching.

A TALE OF LOVE AND DARKNESS: Natalie Portman Astounds in Her Directorial Debut
A TALE OF LOVE AND DARKNESS: Natalie Portman Astounds In Her Directorial Debut

A Tale of Love and Darkness is a sincere and emotionally impactful viewing experience; a great directorial debut from Natalie Portman.

A DOG’S PURPOSE: A Feeble Bark Into The Void
A DOG’S PURPOSE: A Feeble Bark Into The Void

A Dog’s Purpose is a manipulative movie that, though occasionally cuddly and cute, serves little “purpose” overall.

A MONSTER CALLS: A Deeply Personal Testament To The Power of Fiction
A MONSTER CALLS: A Deeply Personal Testament To The Power of Fiction

A Monster Calls is an entertaining and beautifully presented fantasy, which also imbues deeper universal themes of grief and loss.

Revisiting Stephen Frears' THE GRIFTERS
Revisiting Stephen Frears’ THE GRIFTERS

The Grifters is a films which has largely been lost through time; here, we explore why it might be worth revisiting.

A Teacher's Saviour: Using Movies To Teach Literature
A Teacher’s Saviour: Using Movies To Teach Literature

Teaching English is a physical job and sometimes it is necessary to call on the help of Hollywood to get you through it.

NOCTURNAL ANIMALS: As Elegant & Lavish As It Is Darkly Cynical
NOCTURNAL ANIMALS: As Elegant & Lavish As It Is Darkly Cynical

Nocturnal Animals is Tom Ford’s latest film, presented in lavish and bright neon colors; though it also possesses a hopelessly dark view.

STRANGERS ON A TRAIN: Lazy Horror Fans Need Not Apply
STRANGERS ON A TRAIN: Lazy Horror Fans Need Not Apply

Strangers on a Train is one of Hitchc*ck’s famous works – using only camera techniques and visuals, it successfully conveys a chilling story, and achieves its horror with less than blood and creepy props.