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Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

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Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

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Movie Review: ‘A Bad Moms Christmas’

By Alexandra Brunjes November 3, 2017

★★★☆☆ A Bad Moms Christmas,” sequel to the 2016 film “Bad Moms,” released Nov. 1, is a relatable comedy sure to leave audiences both anticipating and dreading the holiday season. Written...

TYLER PERRY COMPANY

Movie Review: ‘Boo 2! A Madea Halloween’

By Alexandra Brunjes October 20, 2017

★★★☆☆ Moments before the beginning of the press screening of “Boo 2! A Madea Halloween,” Tyler Perry’s voice unexpectedly filled the theater. Heads turned and then excited gasps...

EASTWARD FILMS

Hoyas in Hollywood: Perfecting the Craft

By Alexandra Brunjes October 6, 2017

When Brent Craft (MSB ’08) concluded his athletic career after graduation, he shifted his focus to an entirely different passion: filmmaking. After spending time in Los Angeles after college to work...

COMEDY CENTRAL

Comedy Central’s Joe DeRosa on Celebrity, Stage Presence and George Carlin

By Eleanor Tolf September 21, 2017

Stand-up comedian and podcast host Joe DeRosa does not shy away from hot-button topics. Often billed as an “angry comic,” the comedy star tackles topics like anxiety and politics with a sharp sense...

BLACK BICYCLE ENTERTAINMENT

Movie Review: ‘Home Again’

By Alexandra Brunjes September 6, 2017

Alexandra Brunjes is a Hoya Staff Writer. ★★★☆☆ Despite its compelling premise and star-studded cast, director Hallie Meyers-Shyer’s upcoming “Home Again” is underdeveloped and...

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A Glimpse Into Georgetown’s Fall Theater Productions

By Meghan DeCourcey September 1, 2017

With the beginning of every new school year comes a new season of performing arts. The student theater groups at Georgetown University have prepared an outstanding season of drama and comedy. Here...

Movie Review: ‘Baby Driver’

By Ben Macher June 23, 2017

★★☆☆☆ With a star-studded cast, featuring Ansel Elgort, Kevin Spacey and Jamie Foxx, and the direction of Edgar Wright, the mastermind behind critically acclaimed comedies like “Shaun...

Television Review: ‘Master of None’

By Syed Humza Moinuddin June 7, 2017

★★★★★ From its opening title sequence to its closing shot, Netflix comedy “Master of None” delivers a strong, nuanced and poignant second season that not only builds upon but exceeds...

Movie Review: ‘Snatched’

By Alexandra Brunjes June 4, 2017

★★☆☆☆ As the product of screenwriter Katie Dippold, best known for comedies like “The Heat” and “Parks and Recreation,” and director Jonathan Levine of the Golden Globe-nominated...

NETFLIX

TV Shows To Catch This Summer

By Meena Raman May 19, 2017

‘Master of None’ When “Master of None” premiered on Netflix in 2015, viewers of the show were instantly captivated by its stunning authenticity and witty humor, lauding comedian Aziz Ansari...

Best Summer Movies

By Marina Tian May 19, 2017

“Adventureland” (2009) Directed by Greg Mottola | Starring Jesse Eisenberg and Kristen Stewart Recent college graduates who still do not feel ready to tackle the world will find an unlikely...

Movie Review: ‘Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 2’

By Ben Macher May 17, 2017

★★★★☆ In 2014, Marvel Studios released a new type of superhero film: one that was based on comedy and character development rather than action.  “Guardians of the Galaxy” dazzled...

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