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Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

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WALT DISNEY ANIMATION STUDIOS | A sure delight for fans of the first film, Frozen 2 does not disappoint with its breathtaking animation, exceptional vocals and positive, refreshing role models.

‘Frozen 2’ Follows Gracefully in Footsteps of Predecessor

By Haley Resnick December 5, 2019

★★★★★ The widespread acclaim of “Frozen” in 2013, which won Oscars for Best Animated Film and Best Original Song, left the sequel with big shoes to fill. The success of the first film...

ELECTRIC PANDA ENTERTAINMENT | Powered by a touching and powerful performance by lead actress Tiffany Chu, Ms. Purple offers meditations on the idea of care for family in an increasingly modernizing age and grapples with possible solutions to the pressing problem.

‘Ms. Purple’ Spotlights Themes of Love and Family

By James Kim September 27, 2019

★★★★☆ Complex and moving ruminations on the meaning of family along with impressive acting by Tiffany Chu make “Ms. Purple” a touching and heart-wrenching gem. However, the movie still...

Ad Astra Brings Humanity to Outer Space

‘Ad Astra’ Brings Humanity to Outer Space

By Sean Fulmer September 20, 2019

★★★★★ “Ad Astra” is a thrilling entry into the ever-shrinking pantheon of excellent films that possess a blockbuster budget but the heart of a small indie movie. Similar in tone to classics...

ANNAPURNA PICTURES | Kaitlyn Denver and Beanie Feldstein make new memories and cause hilarious trouble during their final wild night of high school.

Beanie Feldstein, Kaitlyn Dever Examine High School Friendship in ‘Booksmart’

By Daniela Ilhan May 24, 2019

Olivia Wilde’s directorial debut, “Booksmart,” has received widespread critical acclaim ahead of its May 24 wide release, earning 98% positive reviews from critics on Rotten Tomatoes, a film...

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Summer Films Adapt Old Classics, Offer Entertaining Sequels

By Michelle Brown May 16, 2019

‘Rocketman’ - May 31 English director Dexter Fletcher, who worked as the second director of “Bohemian Rhapsody,” focuses his next biopic on the captivating life of musician Elton John. As the...

Julia Usiak

MISS-TAKES: Do Disney Movies Pass the Bechdel Test?

By Julia Usiak October 31, 2018

The propensity to walk through crowded streets with a nose stuck in a book. The tendency to launch myself out of pools, whipping my hair back in an arc. An affinity for men who give me stolen apples and...

Top 5 Disney Halloween Movies

Top 5 Disney Halloween Movies

By Emily Anthony and Emily Anthony October 26, 2018

Happy spooky season, y'all! Now that we've moved past the 80-degree October nights and we're officially into sweater weather, it's time to break out the pumpkin spice and the list of Halloween costume...

Things to Do Once You Crash on Homecoming

Things to Do Once You Crash on Homecoming

By Izzy Roemer and Izzy Roemer September 21, 2018

I don’t know about you guys, but this whole “school” thing is already getting me down. If you’re feeling the burnout like me, count yourself lucky — we have something to look forward to! HOMECOMING Anyone...

Crazy Rich Asians Defies Hollywood Stereotypes

‘Crazy Rich Asians’ Defies Hollywood Stereotypes

By Cynthia Sun September 9, 2018

★★★★★ At a time when Hollywood has started to realize that diversity sells, “Crazy Rich Asians” brings glitz and glamour to the rom-com genre and makes history in the process. Dynamic...

8 Underrated Animated Characters

8 Underrated Animated Characters

By Jenna Ryu and Jenna Ryu June 19, 2018

With everyone talking about the premiere of Incredibles 2, I can't help but wonder if it'll beat the iconic original film. Edna Mode's quirky yet relatable character? The memorable yet slightly overused...

AMBLIN ENTERTAINMENT

Summer Cinema Coming to a Theater Near You

By Kathryn Baker May 22, 2018

May 25 ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’ Produced by Lucasfilm, “Solo: A Star Wars Story” marks the most recent installment in the “Star Wars” franchise, following 2017’s “Star Wars: The Last...

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Forming Future Leaders in Media and Film

By Noah Levesque January 25, 2018

In the “Commencement” episode of “ The West Wing,” President Josiah Bartlet addresses a crowd on Healy Lawn for his daughter Zoey’s graduation from Georgetown University. The scene shows the...

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