Movies

The world of cult films: 'American Psycho'

This film is visually stunning and darkly funny. Christian Bale gives a wacky, terrifying performance, entirely becoming the sick character of Bateman. The movie was strange and original, exactly what I was hoping it would be.

By William Ruof | September 15, 2014

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Wingard, Barrett discuss 'The Guest'

The duo behind the hit horror film "You're Next" talk changing genre tropes and being tagged "horror guys."

By Shane Weinstein | September 15, 2014

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David Lynch's 'Duran Duran Unstaged' is crazy town banana pants

The unlikely pairing of David Lynch and "Duran Duran" is hilarious, terrifying, but most of all, a lot of fun.

By Zachary Heltzel | September 11, 2014

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Robin Wright gives career-best performance in 'The Congress'

"The Congress" is a woefully inconsistent but often breathtaking sci-fi drama.

By Zachary Heltzel | September 9, 2014

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A (Doctor) Strange wish list: Better picks than Joaquin Phoenix

Although Joaquin Phoenix is in final talks to play Marvel hero Doctor Strange, here are five other actors who would be perfect for the part.

By Shane Weinstein | September 9, 2014

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AMC Centerpoint a jewel on Mill

AMC Centerpoint 11 is an upscale movie theater located on Mill Avenue in downtown Tempe.

By Juliet Moo | September 9, 2014

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The world of cult films: 'Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas'

At first it seemed as though I was watching a humongous drug trip, but then I realized that this film adaptation was of author Hunter S. Thompson's realization that the American Dream was now a survival mission.

By William Ruof | September 7, 2014

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'The Identical' impersonates a bad movie

The story of what Elvis Presley’s deceased twin brother might have been is an interesting concept — one that the film does not do justice.

By Samantha Shotzbarger | September 7, 2014

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Lifetime's 'Saved by the Bell' movie deserves expulsion

Lifetime's "The Unauthorized Saved by the Bell Story" did not have to be much, but it needed to not be a bore.

By Zachary Heltzel | September 2, 2014

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Black comedy 'Frank' portrays struggling, papier-mâché-clad avant-garde musician

“Frank” gives us a realistic look at how people can be torn apart by their surroundings and how the desire for fame can turn you into a big jerk.

By William Ruof | September 1, 2014

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'As Above, So Below' as convoluted as the Parisian catacombs

How "As Above, So Below" scared me so badly, I had to see it twice.

By Emily Zentner | September 1, 2014

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The world of cult films — 'Psycho'

After finally watching one of Hitchcock's movies, I have come to accept his genius and am captivated by the control he took over his films.

By William Ruof | September 1, 2014

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Good Beer; Bad Movie — Cartel Imperial, 'Samurai Cop' Edition

Explore the best craft beers this world (Tempe) has to offer, while also reviewing some classically terrible films.

| August 29, 2014

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Despite low numbers, 2014 summer movie season a strong one

Although the box office might show otherwise, the summer movie season had some excellent high points

By Shane Weinstein | August 28, 2014

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'November Man' lives up to low bar

From here, the story goes into several general plotlines of betrayal and espionage that most spy films employ.

By Zane Jennings | August 27, 2014

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'Life After Beth' sports exposed brains, Aubrey Plaza

Unlike that other zombie rom-com, "Life After Beth" embraces the grotesque implications of its premise.

By Zachary Heltzel | August 27, 2014

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Drug trafficking documentary 'Es El Chapo?' questions government integrity

The most important point that I latched on to was a simple one: drug trafficking did not end with the capture of El Chapo.

By William Ruof | August 26, 2014

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'Sin City: A Dame To Kill For' can't top predecessor

While it has its moments, the "Sin City" sequel just isn't as strong as the 2005 original.

By Shane Weinstein | August 24, 2014

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Roger Donaldson talks 'November Man'

The director talks working with Pierce Brosnan, creating authentic action scenes in his most recent feature.

| August 21, 2014

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Preview: 'If I Stay' Looks Promising

With the book-to-movie trend still going strong, and it was only a matter of time until "If I Stay" was adapted from the shelf to the big screen.

By Keerthi Vedantam | August 21, 2014

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