News - The Arizona State Press

‘Suburbicon’ takes dramatic juxtaposition to a new level

If 'Suburbicon’s' goal was to speak to the injustice of how African-Americans were treated in the 50s, it might’ve tried harder to give the African-American representation a voice.

By Owen Baldner | October 26, 2017

‘Geostorm’ is a thunderous mess

"Geostorm" doesn't make waves. In fact it barely causes a sprinkle.

By Owen Baldner | October 24, 2017

It might be ‘Goodbye Christopher Robin,’ but hello to the actor who plays him

"Goodbye Christopher Robin" is an delightful look at one of childhood's most beloved characters.

By Owen Baldner | October 23, 2017

'Marshall' excels in story, suffers in execution

Thurgood Marshall is brought to life in the "Marshall" biopic.

By Owen Baldner | October 16, 2017

'The Foreigner' is a fun action film, but it misses the point

"The Foreigner" features all of the Jackie Chan action fans wanted except for the parts where he disappeared.

By Owen Baldner | October 16, 2017

'The Mountain Between Us' is a charming survival-romance

"The Mountain Between Us" is a great movie, so long as you solely focus on the parts between the beginning and the end.

By Owen Baldner | October 4, 2017

Lego comes out 3-for-3 with “Lego Ninjago”

By Owen Baldner | September 22, 2017

“Battle of the Sexes” is a one-hit knockout

"Battle of the Sexes" is an illuminating display of complex themes.

By Owen Baldner | September 22, 2017

SPM movie review: “Kingsman” remains faithful to the crown

"Kingsman: The Golden Circle" doesn't set itself apart from its predecessor, but it makes sure that it doesn't do worse either.

By Owen Baldner | September 22, 2017

"Home Again" is a cute bundle of tired themes

"Home Again" features newly single mom Alice Kinney (Reece Witherspoon) navigating through life, love and laughter.

By Owen Baldner | September 7, 2017

Joyride Taco House delivers with traditional Mexican elements

This local taco shop provides a nice place to take a business partner as much as your first date.

By Taylor Costello | March 4, 2014

Short Leash Food Truck's Permanent Location Doesn't Dissapoint

We take you to a downtown restaurant offering a creative outlook on a classic, American favorite.

By Brianna Randazzo | November 1, 2013

An Uptown Vig Visit

If you're at that point where the dinning hall food and microwavable meals just aren’t cutting it anymore, it may be time to try out some local cuisine.

By Brianna Randazzo | October 11, 2013

Fall of the House of Escher

Punctum Theatre presents Fall of the House of Escher, a play that combines quantum mechanics, Poe, and Escher all in one.

By Jesse Millard | October 7, 2013

$cratch

A new French café in downtown Phoenix attracts customers with the richness of its food palette but can easily put a dent in the college student's billfold.

By Taylor Costello | April 17, 2013