“Focus” loses sight of the big score
Charming lead performances and immaculate production values aren’t enough to give depth to this sensual and entertaining con.
Kingsman takes things too far
An uneasy mix of class and crass, “Kingsman: The Secret Service” haphazardly delivers on its promise of throwback spy fun with a modern twist.
Redemption from dysfunction
Silver Linings Playbook deals with loss, mental illness and love in one of the most unique romantic films of 2012.
Crime gets a new look
J.C. Chandor’s third feature is a stylized, fresh look at the crime thriller genre.
Navigating the night
Jake Gyllenhaal gives a chilling performance in "Nightcrawler," a film centered around the world of freelance cameramen in Los Angeles.
Mixing food and family
"Chef" bursts with cinematic and culinary flavor, renewing faith in Jon Favreau's ability to craft a lively narrative.
Love through pain: Redbox Film Club, “The Fault In Our Stars”
"The Fault in Our Stars" remains true to its poignant, painful, and quirky source material.
“Gone Girl” scrutinizes marital strife
David Fincher's "Gone Girl" will leave audiences shocked at its dramatic twists and turns.
“Boyhood” – An Intimate Epic
In a subtle and seemingly random collection of moments, "Boyhood" chronicles the journey of one boy through adolescence, and reminds us of the beauty there is to be found in every part of our lives.
Student journalists from Biola University’s student-run news publication The Chimes were recognized at the 2025 West Coast Convention of the...