Movies

CT Recommends: “Snowpiercer”

“Snowpiercer,” a 2013 Korean production starring Chris Evans, raised some eyebrows—for all the right reasons. Read More

‘Harry Potter’ play dives into the series’ past

The play finds its characters struggling with the past. Read More

Captain America is mediocre, inconsequential

The film, unfortunately, makes the same mistakes that “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” made just over a month ago. Read More

Batman and Superman fight, and the audience loses

Contrary to popular belief, “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” is not a bad movie. In fact, it, at times, excels and revels in some truly awe-inspiring scenes that bring mythological depth to the titular characters of the film—a feat that not even some critically-acclaimed Marvel movies can claim. Read More

New ‘Cloverfield’ redefines the sequel

Michelle and her self-styled savior, Howard Stambler, played by Mary Elizabeth Winstead and John Goodman, respectively, engage in a game of deception and secrecy with deadly consequences. Read More

2016 Oscar Predictions: Few upsets expected

Finally, after one of the most unpredictable and controversial awards seasons in history, the Academy Awards are upon us. Read More

Oscar series: ‘The Big Short’ stands tall

“The Big Short,” Adam McKay’s first foray into the dramatic, tells the story of the market crash of 2007/2008. Read More

‘Mad Max: Fury Road’ blazes ahead

“Fury Road” could be described with about equal accuracy as a reboot and as a continuation of the saga. Read More

‘Hail, Ceaser’ is a solid B-plus

The Coen brothers’ latest effort tries to capture the madcap silliness of some of their earlier efforts, but without enough fully–fleshed-out characters. Read More

‘Turbo Kid’ delivers small budget 80’s camp

“Turbo Kid’s” nostalgia for the aesthetic gloss of the ‘80s manifests in its presentation as well as its plot. Read More