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Watch it before it’s gone: “Crazy Rich Asians” and “Searching”

Watch it before it’s gone: “Crazy Rich Asians” and “Searching”
Check these two films out before they leave theaters.
Pierce Singgih, Editor-in-Chief (Fall 2019) September 15, 2018

Editor's note: “Watch it before it’s gone” is a column dedicated to presenting the best films in theaters before they leave. CRAZY RICH ASIANS A month ago, “Crazy Rich Asians” hit theaters to financial and critical success. As its reign at the box office slows down, it is more important now,...

“I can only imagine”

“I can only imagine”
Faith-based film brings gospel to theaters near you.
Ashley Brimmage, Opinions Editor March 20, 2018

Chances are the words “I can only imagine,” even when spoken, prompt a certain tune into your head. According to Variety, with the movie’s opening weekend under wraps: “Roadside Attractions-Lionsgate’s faith-based ‘I Can Only Imagine’ has crushed early box office forecasts with a surprisingly...

Some great, and not so great, book to film adaptations

Some great, and not so great, book to film adaptations
Adapting literature to film proves a tricky task, here are some significant attempts.
Caleb Aguilera, Arts & Entertainment Editor March 14, 2018

Hollywood gets its inspiration from just about anywhere. Before movies were around to capture the world’s attention and imagination, books were responsible for that task, and they still are to some extent. Books have the unique ability to utilize the power to create in one’s mind more than any other...

Watch a movie that will bring out the kid in you

Watch a movie that will bring out the kid in you
“The Greatest Showman” embodies child-like faith of Matthew 18:2-4.
Ashley Brimmage, Opinions Editor January 23, 2018

Over the holidays, I went to see “The Greatest Showman” with family, and like most of America, I was swept up in wonder. The film portrays a childlike wonder and hope for a world full of joy and creativity—a way of living life differently and seeing beauty and possibility in everything. The song,...

To spoil or not to spoil

Photo Illustration by Caleb Raney/THE CHIMES
Fans suffer from movie trailers that spoil plot of films.
Russell Spacey, Writer October 31, 2017
Fans suffer from movie trailers that spoil plot of films.

The dark essentials to Tim Burton

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Delve into the history of Tim Burton before the release of his newest film.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager September 26, 2016
Delve into the history of Tim Burton before the release of his newest film.

Five films to “fall” for

Photo illustration by Jose Flores/THE CHIMES
With the Oscars coming quickly, Oscar bait will loom over theaters in the coming season.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager September 20, 2016
With the Oscars coming quickly, Oscar bait will loom over theaters in the coming season.

This summer’s severely underrated films

Photo Illustration by Kyle Kohler
These films from the midst of the summer heat succeed where mainstream Hollywood failed.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager September 6, 2016
These films from the midst of the summer heat succeed where mainstream Hollywood failed.

“The Light Between Oceans” guides viewers to tears

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Heartbreakingly beautiful performances lift this film past its flaws.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager September 5, 2016
Heartbreakingly beautiful performances lift this film past its flaws.

Scenes set in stone

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These eight movie sets are classic fan favorites that are worth a visit in Orange County.
Jehn Kubiak, Writer September 28, 2015
These eight movie sets are classic fan favorites that are worth a visit in Orange County.

“Inside Out” sparks important discussions

screenrant.com
Pixar’s newest movie tackles tough issues, but in doing so falls short.
Hayley Langdon, Writer September 13, 2015
Pixar’s newest movie tackles tough issues, but in doing so falls short.

Blockbuster report

slashfilm.com, reddit.com, leitersburgcinemas.com
A collision between summer fun and social commentary.
Evan Stewart, Writer September 7, 2015
A collision between summer fun and social commentary.