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Snow White brought in $48 million in its first weekend, falling short of the expectations and the $270 million it cost to produce.

Rotten to Core: Disney’s Live-Action Snow White Botches Childhood Classic

Alyssa Vu, Amadon Page Editor March 28, 2025

Magic mirror on the wall, will live-action adaptations be Disney’s downfall? That question persists year after year as butchered remakes of childhood classics come out like clockwork. Disney’s latest...

"Electric State" is now in theaters beginning March 14. The movie is an interpretation of the book, "Electric State."

Movie Review: “Electric State” is a Flawed Movie for Fans

Owen Corpora, Senior Staff Writer March 27, 2025

The best indication of this film's state is the Neurocasters' design. In the book, a herd of neurocaster zombies moves through a field, and Sentre broadcast towers loom in the background. The blanche...

Captain America: Brave New World is directed by Julius Onah and stars Anthony Mackie, Danny Ramirez, and Harrison Ford.

Captain America: Brave New World – a bland, mediocre superhero film

Alyssa Vu, Amadon Page Editor February 20, 2025

Cohesive narrative and character development. Convincing visual effects. Creative choices that differentiate this movie from every other superhero film. Somehow, Marvel has managed to put out yet another...

Love Hurts is an action-packed romantic comedy that garnered much negative criticism despite its favorable cast.

Love Hurts: A flawed blend of romance and action

Owen Corpora, Staff Writer February 15, 2025

Love Hurts really lives up to its name, because this movie really hurt to watch. If you are hoping to see an action romance with strong chemistry and interesting fight scenes, this film is not what you...

Valiant One is packed with intense action and high-stakes drama.

Valiant One: A Thrilling Tale of Courage and Survival

Amy Yan, AVtv Segment Editor February 5, 2025

On Jan. 31, Briarcliff released the highly anticipated film Valiant One, bringing together talented actors like Chase Stokes, Lana Condor, and Desmin Borges. Directed by Steve Barnett, the action-packed...

The Dog Man cutout is displayed at the movie theater.

Dog Man: Movie Review

Kiki Yasui, Senior Staff Writer February 5, 2025

On Jan. 31, DreamWorks Animations released Dog Man, a film based on the beloved children’s graphic novel created by Dav Pilkey. By the opening weekend, the movie garnered $36 Million, reaching #1 in...

Flight Risk is a must watch movie packed with lively action and drama.

Flight Risk: Movie Review

Ahana Sarjapur, Segment Editor January 31, 2025

On Jan. 24, Icon Productions released Flight Risk, an exciting blend of action, suspense, and emotional depth. The movie stars Michelle Dockery as Madelyn Harris, a strict U.S. Marshal given the responsibility...

The Netflix show, "The Man Who Wants to Live Forever" premiered on Netflix.

Don’t Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever Documentary Review

Katie Barhite, Staff Writer January 16, 2025

“Don’t die.” While this statement is much easier said than done, Bryan Johnson made it his life’s goal to follow this motto. The Netflix Documentary Don’t Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever,...

Sonic returns for his third movie, joined by new deuteragonist and antagonist Shadow.

Got to go Fast: Sonic the Hedgehog 3

Emma Luey, Senior Staff Writer December 22, 2024

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 was released in theaters on Dec. 20. The director of the film is Jeff Fowler and included many re-appearances from the actors of the first and second movie. With an 86 percent approval...

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever is a heartwarming movie about the true spirit of Christmas.

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

Aakanksha Balachander, Amadon Editor December 15, 2024

Released in theaters on November 8, 2024, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever brings Barbara Robinson’s beloved 1972 novel to life. The film, starring Judy Greer, Peter Holmes, and Lauren Graham, has received...

Since 2005, classic British sci-fi TV show Doctor Who has released fun, festive Christmas Specials every year.

Holidays with the Time-Lords: Top 5 Doctor Who Christmas Specials

Owen Corpora, Senior Staff Writer December 15, 2024

If you're one of the millions of people around the world who have watched and enjoyed Doctor Who at some point in your life, or you're looking to start watching, you're probably looking forward to the...

"Wicked" stars Ariana Grande as Glinda and Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba in the film adaptation of the Musical

Wicked 2 hits the theaters in a grand opening

Briahna Ma, Staff Writer November 23, 2024

Wicked was recently released in theatres on November 23, 2024, as a film adaptation of the prominent Broadway musical. Starring Ariana Grande as Glinda and Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, the movie averaged...

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