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BOX HILL FILMS | The second adaptation of a classic 19th century novel in the last few months, Emma. offers a strong feminist message, caked in wry humor and conniving characters that adds more life to the source material.

‘Emma.’ Brings Laughs, Love from Jane Austen’s Classic Novel to Silver Screen

By Annah Otis March 28, 2020

★★★★★ “Emma.” reimagines Jane Austen’s classic 1815 novel for contemporary audiences with a brilliantly witty and charming adaptation in director Autumn de Wilde’s debut. “Emma.”...

The Photograph Compellingly Depicts Relationships, Family

‘The Photograph’ Compellingly Depicts Relationships, Family

By James Kim March 7, 2020

★★★★☆ Entwined love stories involving Queens Museum curator Mae (Issa Rae) and her recently deceased mother Christina (Chanté Adams) form the plot of Stella Meghie’s “The Photograph,”...

‘To All the Boys’ Sequel Disappoints With Lack of Chemistry, Charm

‘To All the Boys’ Sequel Disappoints With Lack of Chemistry, Charm

By Doris Zhang February 20, 2020

Despite the captivating romance in “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before,” its sequel fails to build on the story of the couple’s new relationship. With an uninspiring relationship and awkward anachronisms,...

DC FILMS | The latest film in the DC Cinematic Universe, Birds of Prey fulfills directory Cathy Yans vision of a feminist Harley Quinn and brings the movie a layer of fun and colors missing from previous interpretations.

‘Birds of Prey’ Crafts Harley Quinn’s Feminist Narrative

By Iyanah Langa February 13, 2020

★★★★★ Director Cathy Yan made her debut into big-budget filmmaking in a stunning way with “Birds of Prey,” the latest film in the DC Extended Universe. The film, which stars Margot Robbie...

Bombshell Blunders with Poor Writing, Shallow Character Development

‘Bombshell’ Blunders with Poor Writing, Shallow Character Development

By Iyanah Langa February 6, 2020

★★☆☆☆ This movie review discusses sexual assault in the workplace. Please refer to the end of the article for on- and off-campus resources. In 2016, Fox News faced sexual misconduct allegations...

The Rhythm Section Falls Flat With Lack of Depth, Realism

‘The Rhythm Section’ Falls Flat With Lack of Depth, Realism

By Haley Resnick February 6, 2020

★★☆☆☆ “The Rhythm Section” seemed promising on paper in the wake of female-heroine blockbusters like “Atomic Blonde” and “Captain Marvel.” Contrary to expectations, however, the...

Just Mercy Thoughtfully Illustrates Themes of Injustice, Family

‘Just Mercy’ Thoughtfully Illustrates Themes of Injustice, Family

By Christian Joseph January 30, 2020

★★★★☆ Excitement and expectations were high and even tangible for “Just Mercy” as the audience sat in anticipation at the AMC Georgetown 14 theater. The film comes at a timely moment...

Netflix Originals Grapple with Issues of Diversity, Innovation

Netflix Originals Grapple with Issues of Diversity, Innovation

By Michelle Brown January 24, 2020

A bicoastal couple, the husband a director and the wife an actress, find themselves embroiled in a painful divorce and custody battle in the Netflix-distributed film “Marriage Story,” praised for...

Director Sam Mendes Reimagines Wartime Epics With 1917

Director Sam Mendes Reimagines Wartime Epics With ‘1917’

By Sean Fulmer January 24, 2020

★★★★★ Opening on a picturesque French meadow and descending into the depths of human depravity, “1917” is a masterful technical production that is only overshadowed by a visceral emotional...

THE REEL DEAL: Uncut Gems Skillfully Depicts Chaos, Realism

THE REEL DEAL: ‘Uncut Gems’ Skillfully Depicts Chaos, Realism

By Tucker Oberting January 24, 2020

Howard Ratner, portrayed by Adam Sandler, peers through a magnifying lens at a shimmering opal with a semblance of almost lustful excitement. His greed drowns out the indiscernible commotion and boisterous...

Director Greta Gerwig Offers an Engaging, Well-Cast Rendition of Little Women

Director Greta Gerwig Offers an Engaging, Well-Cast Rendition of ‘Little Women’

By Annah Otis January 23, 2020

★★★★★ Louisa May Alcott’s landmark novel “Little Women” has been adapted into six movies and at least two television miniseries since its publication in 1868. The latest iteration from...

Parasite Expertly Weaves Compelling Social Commentary, Comedy

‘Parasite’ Expertly Weaves Compelling Social Commentary, Comedy

By Cynthia Sun December 5, 2019

★★★★★ With “Parasite,” Korean director Bong Joon-Ho delivers a modern masterpiece that is one of the best films of the year. It is a testament to Bong’s craft that “Parasite” won...

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