Movies

‘Megamind’ is no ‘Despicable Me’

“Megamind” doesn’t have the wit or inspiration of the best contemporary animated features.

By Nick Spake | November 4, 2010

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‘127 Hours’ is extraordinary story of survival

“127 Hours” tells the true story of mountain climber Aron Ralston, who is trapped by a bolder while climbing a canyon.

By Nick Spake | November 4, 2010

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‘Due Date’ hilarious despite conventional plot

Despite what may seem to be typecasting and a generic road-trip plot, “Due Date” is one of the most hilarious films of the year.

By Preston Carter Melbourne-Weaver | November 4, 2010

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‘Hornet’s Nest’ is commendable final entry of ‘Millennium’ trilogy

“The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest” does not disappoint in the outcome of their story.

By Nick Spake | October 28, 2010

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Q&A with Brett Scallions of Fuel

Known for hit “Hemorrhage (In My Hands),” the band Fuel has been through some line-up changes. The State Press spoke with Fuel frontman, Brett Scallions.

By Lauren Jordan | October 25, 2010

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Campus Review: 'Never Let Me Go'

Xaiver and Britney operate on a patient while discussing the film "Never Let Me Go."

By Austin Moede | October 25, 2010

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‘Paranormal Activity 2’ just as good as original

“Paranormal Activity 2” is actually good. As a matter of fact, the film is more than just good. “Paranormal Activity 2” is an equal to its predecessor.

By Nick Spake | October 22, 2010

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Swank, Rockwell deliver gripping performances in 'Conviction'

The true life story of one man’s incarceration for murder and his sister, “Conviction,” will reshape what it means to believe unconditionally in another.

By Jonathan Fortner | October 21, 2010

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‘Hereafter’ fails to keep attention

Drawn-out scenes in “Hereafter” force attention span into a reverse metamorphosis.

By Preston Carter Melbourne-Weaver | October 21, 2010

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‘Jackass 3D’: same shots, new dimension

“Jackass 3D” Pitchforks: 3.5 out of 5

By Preston Carter Melbourne-Weaver | October 17, 2010

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MADCAP brings horror, sci-fi film festival to Tempe

Answering the screams of their loyal fans, the 6th Annual International Horror and Sci-Fi Film Festival looks to thrill and entertain this weekend at MADCAP Theaters on Mill in Tempe.

By Jonathan Fortner | October 15, 2010

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Campus Review: ‘My Soul To Take’

State Press TV film critics Karl and Shannon have a picnic while reviewing Wes Cravens's "My Soul To Take."

By Austin Moede | October 14, 2010

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Campus Review: ‘RED’

State Press TV film critics Cory Charlton and Xavier Stiles go off-the-grid to talk about the upcoming Oct. 15 release of "Red."

By Austin Moede | October 14, 2010

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De Niro, Norton sink in 'Stone'

Robert De Niro and Edward Norton are back hoping to rekindle some of the magic that once made them famous. Sadly, this stone will not float.

By Jonathan Fortner | October 14, 2010

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'RED': tired, extremely average

The ensemble cast of "RED" calls in performances in a film that does nothing new.

By Preston Carter Melbourne-Weaver | October 14, 2010

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ASU students talk with men behind 'Jackass 3D'

Johnny Knoxville and Jeff Tremaine stop by the campus to answer questions of ASU students.

By Nick Spake | October 14, 2010

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Karl Urban discusses 'RED,' career

Karl Urban’s resume includes films such as “The Lord of the Rings,” “Star Trek” and “The Bourne Supremacy.” If you haven’t heard of him yet, that is about to change. Urban recently sat down with The State Press to discuss his career.

By Preston Carter Melbourne-Weaver | October 11, 2010

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Remake of rape revenge film is malevolent, vile

“I Spit on Your Grave” is every bit as vile and despicable as the title suggests.

By Nick Spake | October 7, 2010

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“Waiting for ‘Superman’” is one-sided, lazy

If you disagree with the point of “Waiting for ‘Superman,’” you’re a heartless jerk.

By Preston Carter Melbourne-Weaver | October 7, 2010

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Heigl, Duhamel strike gold in ‘Life as We Know It’

Katherine Heigl and Josh Duhamel blend light-hearted comedy with real-life pressures in “Life as We Know It,” and come out on top.

By Jonathan Fortner | October 7, 2010

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