by Justin Madore From the December 2015 IssueIn 2012, director Sam Mendes did the impossible for the 23rd entry in one of cinema’s most iconic franchises. With Skyfall, he proved that interesting and innovative stories could be told in the Bond universe, beautifully presenting a surprisingly human narrative with the perfect mixture of action, humor … Continue reading
by Justin MadoreAh, Christmas movies: they’re nostalgic, magical and, usually, disappointing. While we have classic holiday films such as It’s a Wonderful Life, A Christmas Story, Elf and Die Hard, it’s often a genre full of uninspired, heartless garbage. Looking to remedy the problem, Jonathan Levine and Seth Rogen have teamed up again to bring … Continue reading
by Justin Madore From the October 2015 Issue With the recent success of Straight Outta Compton, we take a look back at Tinseltown’s role in hip hop’s steady rise from a niche NYC curiosity to a cultural sensation; From headphones to Hollywood. In 2015, there’s no denying the impact of hip hop on American and … Continue reading
by Justin MadorePosthumously, Steve Jobs seems to be mythologized more each day. His influence is everywhere—in the pockets and homes of people across the nation and the world. Yet none of us know what he really did, which is why when Steve Wozniak (Seth Rogen) asks him, “What do you do?” we struggle to produce … Continue reading
by Justin Madore From the October 2015 IssueBlack Mass is such a frustrating way to begin the fall movie slate. All the trappings of a great film are there. Interesting premise? Check. Great cast? Check. Great director? Check. While completely competent in its own right, it simultaneously struggles to be anything more than that. While … Continue reading
by Justin MadoreKate Macer (Emily Blunt), leads a team of FBI agents through a neighborhood into an Arizona house against the backdrop of a dry desert landscape. A tank blows in the wall, exposing two kidnappers armed to the teeth with weapons. They’re taken out, and Kate’s team moves into the next room to reveal … Continue reading
by Justin Madore“Beware of Crimson Peak,” says the ghost haunting young Edith Cushing (Mia Wasikowska). This mysterious warning recedes into her memory, but she never quite forgets. As an aspiring writer, she pens a novel featuring ghosts to submit to a journal. Her father — as well as several publishers — warns her against it. … Continue reading
by Justin MadoreProlific director, Ridley Scott, has returned to theaters this fall with his newest sci-fi film, The Martian. While his recent directorial efforts have certainly been lackluster, The Martian is a true return to form for the man who has given us other great sci-fi films such as Alien and Blade Runner. Drawing inspiration … Continue reading
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