‘J. Edgar’ doesn’t live up to hype

By Irene Velez • Nov 18, 2011

J. Edgar Hoover’s latest public appearance comes through the directorial efforts of Clint Eastwood and the dramatic talents of Leonardo Dicaprio, Armie Hammer and Naomi Watts. Award-winning “Milk” scribe Dustin Lance Black tells Hoover’s story non-linearly.

‘Immortals’ proves to be nothing but a slow plot and corny dialogue, making it average

By Dylan Patton • Nov 18, 2011

There has always been a coolness factor with Greek mythology. People, myself included, have always been fascinated with hearing the tales of the Greek gods.­ Many films have tried to cash in on this world of fantasy and violence. "Immortals" is the latest film to cash in on this type of mythology.

A new kind of Christmas special

By Dylan Patton • Nov 7, 2011

Every year we are bombarded by an onslaught of Christmas specials. Some are cute and cuddly, others make us cringe. “A Very Harold And Kumar 3D Christmas” is a unique Christmas special. It will make you laugh at things that probably should offend you.

More robot fighting, less human drama

By Dylan Patton • Oct 14, 2011

Who doesn't love a good fight? And what could be more awesome than robots pounding each other into scrap metal?­ The new movie, "Real Steel," has the promising premise of robots, controlled by humans, fight each other.­ After seeing this movie, I wanted to rush home and build my own fighting robot.

‘Dream House’ turns out to be nothing more than a ‘fixer-upper’

By Dylan Patton • Oct 10, 2011

Every house has a story. No matter how beautiful it may look on the outside, it may hold a dark secret.­ Haunted house movies tend to be pretty fun to watch. Special effects combined with a ghost or a monster equals lots of fun.­ Sadly, "Dream House," has no special effects, and has a limited amount of fun.

‘Killer Elite’ an exciting, different kind of action movie

By Dylan Patton • Oct 5, 2011

When one sees the tagline "Based on a true story" one­ can't help but wonder if it is in fact true.­ The latest action thriller, "Killer Elite" is allegedly based on true events.

‘50/50’ successfully tests dramedy waters

By Irene Velez • Sep 30, 2011

“50/50” portrays Adam (Joseph Gordon Levitt), a 27-year-old who is diagnosed with a rare form of spinal cancer and his odds of survival are, well, 50/50.

‘Colombiana’ combines action and suspense to create a perfect blend

By Dylan Patton • Sep 7, 2011

'Colombiana' has the formula for the typical revenge movie. A woman seeks revenge on the criminals responsible for the death of her parents. But this movie shows enough potential to be different.

‘Our Idiot Brother’: Not your typical Rudd flick

By Irene Velez • Sep 2, 2011

“Our Idiot Brother” pieces together familiar relationships with an indie vibe, made sweet and cheerful by the cleverly casted actors that bring emotional depth to their roles. The movie begins when a uniformed officer tricks Ned, an organic farmer, into selling him marijuana.

Movie reviews: Kick Ass

By Anna Jacobsen • Apr 21, 2010

Get a quick preview of the movie "Kick Ass."

‘Thriller’ at the box office

By Bethany Rangel • Nov 2, 2009

Wearing orange fitted pants and a silver metallic blazer, the King of Pop dances back into the hearts of fans one final time, while preparing for what should have been Michael Jackson̢۪s most epic musical tour.

A film full of giant-sized imagination

By Angelica Cano • Oct 26, 2009

With monsters that crack jokes and feel sadness to a little boy who’s trapped between reality and his own imagination, “Where the Wild Things Are” brings a classic children’s book to life.