“Overlord,” released Nov. 9, creates a fantastic action experience with likeable characters and heart-pounding action.By combining horror and war film genres, “Overlord” is a film unlike any other released this year. It follows a small group of...

Netflix released an animated movie called “Next Gen” on Sept 7. This movie takes viewers on an adventure about what it’s truly like to live with robots as normal members of society. The film’s underlying theme takes viewers through what future...

“The Visitor,” the latest film to be screened as a part of the Richard Jenkins Film Series at The Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., delivers a beautiful atmosphere and Jenkins at his absolute best.Walter, played by Jenkins, is a lonely college...

“Venom” may not be a juggernaut like Marvel’s previous films, but it is serviceable and entertaining. The film, released Oct. 5, delivers an interesting lead and fantastic action, but suffers from a bland villain. The film is the first in Sony’s...

The 2005 film “North Country” delivers strong performances and a relevant narrative in light of the #Me Too and #Time’s Up movements. The film was screened 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., as part of the ongoing Richard...

“Night School,” released on Sept. 27, fails Kevin Hart and Tiffany Haddish with an unoriginal and mediocre plot.High school dropout Teddy, played by Hart, finally runs out of luck and must get his GED. Night school teacher Carrie, played by Haddish,...

As of Sept. 16, “The Predator” (2018) has been ranked number one in the box office at $24.6 million, according to Box Office Mojo. Sixth in a long line of films in the “Predator” franchise, the latest addition may seem like a tired idea. Similar...

“Flirting With Disaster,” which screened 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., provided an energizing change of tone from the two most recent films screened as a part of the Richard Jenkins Film Series.The film features protagonists...

Sept. 7's release “White Boy Rick” has hit theaters with great performances, heart-wrenching scenes and an unbelievable true story, making the film one of the best new releases in recent months.The film follows 14-year-old Rick Wershe Jr., played...

The Richard Jenkins Film Series unveiled another film 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St. “Eat Pray Love,” Tuesday’s entry, is a fantastic addition with a great lead, stunning locations and a narrative that leaves the audience...

The Egyptian Theatre is honoring DeKalb native Richard Jenkins with a film series that showcases highlights of his acting career. The series kicks off 7 p.m. every Tuesday from Sept. 4 through Oct. 11 at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St.Jenkins...

The Jim Henson Company’s most recent venture, “The Happytime Murders,” didn’t sit well with audiences for its opening this weekend, indicating Muppet-lovers aren’t quite ready to have their childhood ripped apart on screen.The film stars Melissa...