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Cate Blanchett attends the premiere of Tár at Alice Tully Hall during the 60th New York Film Festival on Monday, Oct. 3, 2022, in New York. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP)

Cate Blanchett shines, brings fictional composer to life in ‘Tár’

By Nick Glover, Lifestyle Editor | November 21, 2022

Editor’s Note: This review will contain spoilers, so read with caution or watch the film and come back later. “Tár” was a music lover's dream, but a plot lover's worst nightmare.  “Tár” had its extended release on Oct. 28, though it...

‘The House with a Clock in Its Walls” delivers compelling story

By Parker Otto | September 24, 2018

Like many of Steven Spielberg’s films, the Sept. 21 release “The House with a Clock in Its Walls” proves to be visually stunning, imaginative and filled with memorable characters.The film follows an orphan named Lewis, played by Owen Vaccaro, who...

Dark themes contrast vibrancy in “Thor: Ragnarok”

By Haley Galvin | November 6, 2017

“Thor: Ragnarok” delivers a vibrant contrast of action, drama and comedy as it embodies everything the Marvel Universe has become, all in one movie.The trailer teased fans with very bright colors, music and action contrasting the dark, mysterious...