Skip to Main Content
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

“The Falcon and the Winter Soldier” helps continue the Marvel storyline

“The Falcon and the Winter Soldier” helps continue the Marvel storyline
This Disney+ show picks up right where “Endgame” left off and fans have mixed emotions.
Kate Bomar, Photographer April 8, 2021

Following the record hitting movie “Endgame,” Marvel draws fans right back into the cinematic universe storyline. In “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier,” previous background characters such as Bucky Barnes and Sam Wilson rise to take on larger roles.  REMNANTS OF CAPTAIN AMERICA  Many of...

Marvel innovates storylines and genres in “WandaVision”

Marvel innovates storylines and genres in “WandaVision”
The miniseries is a creative reintroduction to Marvel following “Avengers: Endgame.”
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor March 9, 2021

With nine Disney+ episodes packed with action and cliffhangers, “WandaVision” exceeded all expectations of Marvel fans. The episodes stretch across multiple decades and slowly morph into the classic Marvel style of excitement and humor. Arguably one of the most thoughtful and creative pieces to come...

Remembering Chadwick Boseman

Photo Courtesy of IMDb.
Though Boseman’s career has come to an untimely close, his impact continues both on-screen and off.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor September 5, 2020

Actor Chadwick Boseman spent his career working on many important films, fighting for diversity and rising up in the Hollywood ranks. However, he was more than just an actor, as he also helped to cheer up children battling cancer through the “Make a Wish” program. Diagnosed with stage III colon cancer...

Five Spider-Man stories to adapt to the big screen

As one of the most iconic characters ever, Spider-Man's return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe continues the essential storyline they laid out in "Spider-Man: Far From Home."
With Spidey's return to MCU, Disney and Sony should consider these unique twists for upcoming films.
Chris Charpentier, Staff Writer October 4, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 3, 2019). After the tumultuous series of events regarding Spider-Man’s removal from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Sony and Disney have struck up a new deal, which allows Spider-Man to have one more solo film and an appearance in another Avengers...

Go see “Avengers: Endgame.” ‘Nuff said.

Go see “Avengers: Endgame.” ‘Nuff said.
The biggest movie of the year delivers a thrilling conclusion to an 11-year project.
Caleb Aguilera, Freelance Writer May 1, 2019

On May 2, 2008, Robert Downey Jr.’s Tony Stark introduced himself to the world as Iron Man. The credits rolled as Black Sabbath’s guitar shredding “Iron Man” played and, a few minutes later, Samuel L. Jackson’s Nick Fury showed up and introduced the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Eleven years and...

Watch these movies this summer

Watch these movies this summer
Check out this list of the most anticipated blockbuster and indie films being released this summer.
Pierce Singgih, Editor-in-Chief (Fall 2019) April 23, 2018

Audiences everywhere look forward to the summer movie season because of the sheer entertainment of high budget, franchise films. Although blockbuster movies may dominate the summer market, smaller films always find a way to make their mark on Hollywood. Obviously “Avengers: Infinity War,” “Solo:...

Top 10 Marvel Cinematic Universe Films

Top 10 Marvel Cinematic Universe Films
The Chimes ranks The Marvel Cinematic Universe in preparation for “Avengers: Infinity War.”
Caleb Aguilera and Pierce Singgih April 23, 2018

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has hyped up the appearance of the villainous Thanos for 10 years, preparing fans for the Avengers’ most difficult task. “Infinity War” promises hardships as Thanos seeks to destroy the entire universe, preparing audiences for the death of major characters. As the...

Groundbreaking superhero movies before “Black Panther”

The four superhero movies, Batman, Avengers, Deadpool and Wonder Woman, that changed the genre.
From 1989 to 2018, superhero films have been breaking and setting trends.
Caleb Aguilera, A&E Editor March 7, 2018

Marvel’s “Black Panther” hit theaters two weeks ago, and it continues to dominate the box office. Recent releases such as Jennifer Lawrence’s “Red Sparrow,” and Bruce Willis’ unnecessary “Death Wish” reboot clocked in at $17 million and $13 million, respectively. Their opening weekend...

Logan redefines heroism

Courtesy of joblo.com
Trying to escape his violent past, Logan finds peace.
Robert Heckert, Writer March 14, 2017
Trying to escape his violent past, Logan finds peace.

Avengers: Age of Ultron goes beyond simple action

marvelcinematicuniverse.wikia.com
The much-anticipated superhero flick digs a little deeper than some of its explosion-driven brethren.
Mary Strother, Writer April 28, 2015
The much-anticipated superhero flick digs a little deeper than some of its explosion-driven brethren.

Avengers assemble

Avengers assemble
The cast of “Avengers: Age Of Ultron” tease details about the highly anticipated sequel.
Mary Strother, Writer April 15, 2015
The cast of “Avengers: Age Of Ultron” tease details about the highly anticipated sequel.