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An essential Halloween watchlist

An essential Halloween watchlist
Here are the most essential horror films to watch this Halloween.
Chris Charpentier, Staff Writer October 28, 2021

With Halloween just around the corner, there are a plethora of horror films to get in the holiday mood. With so much to choose from, here is a curated list of the most essential horror films that present their own unique takes on this classic genre. “THE SHINING” Despite its initial negative reception...

Sci-fi romp “Space Sweepers” is a delightful diversion

Sci-fi romp “Space Sweepers” is a delightful diversion
Although teeming with explosions and killer robots, this Korean film is also surprisingly sentimental.
Lydia Snow, Freelancer February 9, 2021

During 2021, Netflix is releasing a star-studded slate of original movies intended to rival blockbuster theatrical releases. One of the first of these releases is Korean film “Space Sweepers,” an offbeat science fiction comedy with heart. BRAVE NEW WORLD Set in the far future, “Space Sweepers”...

“Bill And Ted Face the Music” is a fun, absurd ‘80s reboot

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Audiences return to the bizarre time travel adventures that sustained the series since 1989.
Joshua Flores, Staff Writer September 3, 2020

After the release of “Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure,” the dysfunctional duo returns for the third and final installment of the iconic ‘80s music-based series, starring Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter. With both nods to the past and plenty of updated references and scenarios, director Dean Parisot...

“Alita: Battle Angel” presents a mixed bag

“Alita: Battle Angel” presents a mixed bag
Robert Rodriguez’s technically exciting film cannot overcome its confusing plot.
Adam Pigott, Staff Writer February 23, 2019

“Alita: Battle Angel” simultaneously stuns and disappoints. Although it excites with engaging battle sequences, menacing villains and talented actors, its confusing plot and abrupt ending hinder the film from being excellent. CONFUSING PLOT “Alita: Battle Angel” confuses through Rodriguez’s...

“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...

“The Discovery” offers an intriguing take on the afterlife

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This indie sci-fi flick turns heads with an original premise that dissects the idea of an afterlife.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager April 5, 2017
This indie sci-fi flick turns heads with an original premise that dissects the idea of an afterlife.

Rogue One spurs the demise of Star Wars

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Disney exemplifies a dire lack of vision surprisingly early in the game.
Maxwell Heilman, Writer February 14, 2017
Disney exemplifies a dire lack of vision surprisingly early in the game.

Opera in a galaxy far, far away

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Students performed the opera “The Magic Flute” with a modern sci-fi twist.
Bethany Higa, Writer February 16, 2016
Students performed the opera “The Magic Flute” with a modern sci-fi twist.