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The Chimes

Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker is what DC needs for revival

DC Comics showcase a new Joker
Reimagined and retwisted, director Todd Phillips provides first look into Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker.
Pierce Singgih, Editor-in-Chief (Fall 2019) September 22, 2018

Warner Bros’ DC universe is failing, if it has not already failed. In its struggle to catch up with Marvel’s gargantuan success, they have rushed their universe along, dissatisfying fans and critics alike with inconsistent, bland and boring films. The beauty of “Man of Steel” is lost in its...

“Tomb Raider” provides an all too familiar adventure

“Tomb Raider” provides an all too familiar adventure
The undying trend of reboots lives on as “Tomb Raider” delivers a fun but generic experience.
Pierce Singgih, Editor-in-Chief (Fall 2019) March 21, 2018

“Tomb Raider” stands as another addition into the modern genre of mediocre reboots. Alicia Vikander shines as a gritty action star and the film boasts exciting and fast-paced action sequences, but the film does not overcome the tropes of a traditional Hollywood blockbuster. ANOTHER REBOOT As...

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...

DC faces its most important test yet

DC faces its most important test yet
The Justice League saves the world as DC tries to save their franchise.
Caleb Aguilera, Arts & Entertainment Editor November 28, 2017

DC Entertainment officially launched its cinematic universe with “Man of Steel” in 2013. This began their arduous and often fruitless attempt to compete with the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which already had a five year head start. DC’s hamfisted attempt to rush the development of their film universe,...

The final hope for DC cinema

The final hope for DC cinema
“Justice League” could end the DC cinematic endeavors unless it reaches the success of “Wonder Woman.”
Jessica Goddard, Features Editor November 14, 2017

The DC Extended Universe will release “Justice League” to movie theaters on Nov. 17, bringing together a cast of big name actors and actresses, such as Amy Adams, Gal Gadot and Ben Affleck. While Gadot found great success in her recent work in the DCEU, her peers have not enjoyed the same....

Wonder Woman can bolster the D.C. Extended Universe

The amazon princess may become D.C.’s last chance of proving itself.
Caleb Aguilera, Writer March 8, 2017
The amazon princess may become D.C.’s last chance of proving itself.