Movies

‘Suspicion’ director David Dilley highlights Phoenix area

Director and recent ASU graduate David Dilley sat down with The State Press to talk about capturing Arizona, the startling acting in the film and his favorite scenes from to shoot.

By Taylor Costello | March 6, 2012

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Harrelson engages viewers, plot lacks originality

Harrelson’s performance captures the qualities of a man who has alienated just about everyone in his life and can’t figure out why.

By Taylor Costello | March 4, 2012

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'Project X' serves as predictable entertainment

"Project X," the latest in the found-footage genre, assembles amateur video of footage from a party detailing how the party went from bad to worse to unmanageable.

By Taylor Costello | March 1, 2012

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‘Suspicion’ delivers impressive acting, spotlights local areas

The actors in “Suspicion” give convincing, serviceable performances, but the breakout role belongs to Blaisdell who’s a revelation.

By Taylor Costello | March 1, 2012

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Friday Flicks: March 2

Movies in theaters this weekend.

By Cassandra Starboard | March 1, 2012

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84th Annual Academy Awards Live

The stars were out in full-force for the Oscars, and all in all, it was another excellent night in Hollywood.

By A&E Staff | February 26, 2012

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‘Wanderlust’ features hilarious oddball characters

The humor plays the fine line between completely awkward to appreciatively humorous — just enough to maintain steady laughs from the audience.

By Cassandra Starboard | February 23, 2012

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‘Act of Valor’ honorably depicts life of active-duty Navy Seals

Through the Navy Seals’ camaraderie, they’re able to face the most dangerous of enemies to defend the U.S.

By Maria Thompson | February 23, 2012

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2012 Oscars: ‘The Artist’ primed for big night

A run-down of some of the 84th Academy Awards biggest categories.

By Jonathan Fortner | February 23, 2012

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Director Wim Wenders pays homage to dear friend

Q&A with Wim Wenders.

By Cassandra Starboard | February 19, 2012

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Couple-friendly films for Valentine's Day viewing

The most successful romantic comedies provide piercing insight into social dynamics, personal quirks and a comment on what it takes to make a relationship work (as well as fail).

By Taylor Costello | February 12, 2012

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‘Pina’ a beautiful tribute to legendary dancer

“Pina” highlights the uniqueness of Pina Bausch's life work as an international inspiration.

By Cassandra Starboard | February 9, 2012

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Much melodrama, little poignancy in 'The Vow'

The predicament of the film is that its melodrama feels obligatory, and the relationship between Tatum and McAdams is underdeveloped.

By Taylor Costello | February 9, 2012

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‘Safe House’ highlights Reynolds’ acting talent

Reynolds’ passiveness and Washington’s fierce poise make “Safe House” a duo extravaganza.

By Cassandra Starboard | February 9, 2012

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‘The Woman in Black’ effectively chilling, twisted

Director James Watkins gives a refreshing spin on horror movies in “The Woman in Black”

By Cassandra Starboard | February 2, 2012

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‘Chronicle’ depicts interesting concept, lost in flat story

The concept in "Chronicle" is intriguing, but the plot is disorganized.

By Kelli Stark | February 2, 2012

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Anthony Mackie discusses success in film

Anthony Mackie from the recently released “Man on a Ledge” speaks about his role and his lifestyle as an actor.

By Emily Nichols | January 29, 2012

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‘Man on a Ledge’ provides unpredictable surprises

No scene is without a completely unpredictable turn in “Man on a Ledge.”

By Emily Nichols | January 26, 2012

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‘The Grey’ shows the fight for survival

“The Grey” paints a brilliant picture of the delicate line between life and death, along with the battle between man and nature.

By Jonathan Fortner | January 26, 2012

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SeeFlik rewards promising filmmakers

SeeFlik gives college students and graduates nationwide the chance to become the next Steven Spielberg.

By Cassandra Starboard | January 22, 2012

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