“Well, the ‘60s were fun, but now I’m paying for it!” It only took 30 appearances for Stan Lee to finally find his best cameo yet, in the long-awaited “Ant-Man and the Wasp,” which was not only hilarious, but was more proof of the lighter atmosphere felt in the sequel.[Read More…]
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The Samsung Galaxy S9 offers modest upgrades
Some people complain that all smartphones feel the same, even after new releases and upgrades. But what should matter most is if the phone has a new processor and the latest software. Samsung delivers on both features in their new Galaxy S9 and S9+ smartphones, while offering a few surprises[Read More…]
“Shadow of the Colossus” is better than ever without leaving its roots
A protagonist of few words, a dead loved one and a mysterious voice guiding you across a vast, mysterious land to restore her life. Originally released back in 2005 by Team Ico for the Playstation 2, “Shadow of the Colossus” was widely recognized as a game ahead of its time[Read More…]
“Step Sisters” trips over its own message
Witty and problematic, Netflix’s “Step Sisters” nudges the issue of cultural appropriation. The Netflix original attempts to follow in the footsteps of shows such as “Dear White People” and act as a platform for difficult but necessary conversations, but fails to drive its point home. The film follows successful college[Read More…]
Universal Studios Hollywood does not make for a holly jolly celebration
HOLLYWOOD — It may be difficult to get into the Christmas spirit in California’s sunny setting, but Universal Studios Hollywood celebrates its all-new holiday experience with two attractions to help you get into the holly jolly mood. Christmas in “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter,” features a light show with[Read More…]
“The Disaster Artist” is one of James Franco’s best biographical adaptations
As we progress further into the 21st century, you’re likely to find fewer and fewer people who have heard of Tommy Wiseau’s early 2000s cult classic “The Room,” let alone actually watched it. It’s a cultural experience and cinematic phenomenon in itself to watch what has been deemed “The Citizen[Read More…]
“Curb your Enthusiasm” ninth season is “pretty pretty good”
TV show revivals are almost always a bad idea. Shows such as “24: Legacy” and “Fuller House” prove that, but “Seinfeld” creator Larry David makes an exception to the rule with the return of his semi-improvised sitcom “Curb Your Enthusiasm.” Fans of the series were excited but skeptical when HBO[Read More…]
“Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp” — come for the nostalgia, stay for the fun
Video game lovers rejoiced last week when the cherished “Animal Crossing” developer released its latest installment in the form of a mobile game. “Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp” was unveiled on Nov. 21 with a new storyline where players manage their own campsite and work to make animal friends in town.[Read More…]
“The Punisher” review: A Frank Castle portrayal fans can be proud of
Jon Bernthal plays Frank Castle in the Netflix Original “The Punisher” and he is every bit as riveting as he is violent. Unlike previous failed attempts to bring a live-action Castle to the screen, this version stands way above the rest. What is noticeably different from other Marvel Netflix originals[Read More…]
“Lady Bird” is one of 2017’s best movies
“Lady Bird” is a movie which, at least superficially, is incredibly familiar. The story revolves around a girl in her final year of high school as she tries to figure out what really matters to her and personify her idea of a cool, interesting person that’s liked by the “cool”[Read More…]