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‘Zombieland: Double Tap’ blends comedy and ravenous corpses

By Parker Otto | October 22, 2019

“Zombieland: Double Tap” is a thrill ride that has double the action, double the character and double the heart. It is a more than worthy sequel to the 2009 comedy-horror classic that evolves its characters and environment. The film takes place 10...

‘Manchester’ provides insight

By Tatianna Salisbury | February 16, 2017

Director Kenneth Lonergan brings heartbreak to audiences in the Oscar-nominated film “Manchester by the Sea,” which tells the story of a broken man searching for an end to his suffering and trying to survive along the way. Released in November, the...

Oscar nominees add dramatic flavor

By Tatianna Salisbury | February 6, 2017

As Oscar night draws closer, predictions about which film will take home the title of Best Picture still have audiences mystified. “La La Land” danced its way into the hearts of audiences around the world, but that doesn’t guarantee a win. Critics...

Academy Award-winner Jared Leto wore a red bow tie Sunday to the Oscars. This is its journey through the show.

A letter from Jared Leto’s red bow tie

By Kevin Bartelt | March 3, 2014

Under the collar, cross, through the loop. Oh, hello there. I was just explaining to my good friend, Mr. Jared Leto, how to tie, well, me — a red bow tie. If you’re interested, I’d like you to join me on a journey to the Academy Award show.I’ve...