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The Chimes

“Overlord” Review: World War II zombie film goes over the top

“Overlord” Review: World War II zombie film goes over the top
This action-horror film impresses with violence, horror and gore.
Adam Pigott, Staff Writer • November 19, 2018

This story was originally published in print on Nov. 15, 2018. Director Julius Avery and producer JJ Abrams, who directed the likes of “Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens,” “Super 8” and “Star Trek,” have teamed up again to make an action-horror movie that can be summed up in two words:...

“Annihilation” provides a haunting introspection

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Alex Garland’s second venture into sci-fi enthralls as a horrific analysis of self-destruction and recreation.
Pierce Singgih, Editor-in-Chief (Fall 2019) • March 6, 2018

“Ex Machina” proved itself a science fiction masterpiece as director Alex Garland intricately explored the relationship between man and artificial intelligence. Garland’s propensity for high concept science fiction shows once again as “Annihilation” excellently blends difficult themes of self-destruction...

Knott’s gets scary after dark

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Two attendees and an employee of Knott’s share their spooky experiences.
Jessica Goddard, Writer • October 24, 2017
Two attendees and an employee of Knott’s share their spooky experiences.

Netflix’s Death Note falls flat

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Wingard’s film upsets many fans by stripping key elements of beloved anime to create a bad live-action movie.
Alondra Urizar, Writer • September 11, 2017
Wingard’s film upsets many fans by stripping key elements of beloved anime to create a bad live-action movie.

“The Blackcoat’s Daughter (February)” will spiritually discombobulate

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Perkins’ debut film pays off with demented content, meriting caution from some viewers.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager • April 5, 2017
Perkins’ debut film pays off with demented content, meriting caution from some viewers.

“Raw” bites at more than just flesh

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This cannibalism film has a valuable message necessary for everyone, including Christians.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager • March 14, 2017
This cannibalism film has a valuable message necessary for everyone, including Christians.

“Get Out” unearths lukewarm liberalism’s racist tendencies

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Jordan Peele’s directorial debut justifies a stark stance in a racist society.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager • March 7, 2017
Jordan Peele’s directorial debut justifies a stark stance in a racist society.

The Chimes’ Top 50 Movies of 2016: 20-11

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Our Top 50 Movies of 2016 list takes another step closer to number one with the second installment, numbers 20-11.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager • February 15, 2017
Our Top 50 Movies of 2016 list takes another step closer to number one with the second installment, numbers 20-11.

“Halloween Horror Nights” realizes cinematic nightmares

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Universal Studio’s brings “American Horror Story” and “The Purge” to life.
Cassidy Campos, Writer • October 25, 2016
Universal Studio’s brings “American Horror Story” and “The Purge” to life.

The kid from hell takes Netflix

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Guillermo del Toro’s woefully underrated amalgamation of horror and fantasy enters the world of streaming.
Maxwell Heilman, Writer • May 4, 2016
Guillermo del Toro’s woefully underrated amalgamation of horror and fantasy enters the world of streaming.
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