Colin Tobin 2019 was an amazing year for movies, and I had a really tough time making this list. Before I start with my list, I wanted to give credit to some honorable mentions. These are movies that I really loved but I just couldn’t …
Film Reviews
The new “Joker” highlights a different side of the character
Elena Morey Senior A&E Writer 2019 was overtaken by strong films, but none more anticipated than “Joker.” Produced by Todd Phillips, who co-wrote the screenplay with Scott Silver, the film is based on the DC Comics character, the Joker (played by awardwinning Joaquin Phoenix). The …
“Cats” (2019) is a baffling but entertaining experience
Emma Busch Contributing Writer As someone who has always loved anything related to cats, whether it was the Warriors book series or “The Aristocats,” I felt a sense of obligation to see the new “Cats” movie, directed by Tom Hooper, despite how cringey the trailer …
The new “Breaking Bad” film Brings perfect closure
Colin Tobin Disclaimer: This re- view contains spoilers for the “Breaking Bad” series. “El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie” was written and directed by “Breaking Bad” show-runner Vince Gilligan. It stars Aaron Paul, Jesse Plemons and Robert Forster, along with a few other cast members …
Insanity sells: Portraying mental health In a new way
Korri Palmer I first met the Joker through “The Dark Knight,” as most partially committed comic/super- hero fans do. I may be biased, but the Joker is the best supervillain to ever exist. He gives very little backstory to examine his insanity, but just enough …
“It: Chapter Two” does not live up to expectations
Colin Tobin Contributing Writer “It: Chapter Two” is the sequel to the highly successful “It” film and is once again directed by Andy Muschietti. The film stars Jessica Chastain, James McAvoy, Bill Hader and Bill Skarsgård. “It” picks up 27 years after the events of …
