Movies

‘Funny Story’ finds inspiration in bleak subject

“It’s Kind of a Funny Story” assembles a multi-talented cast to adapt a celebrated literary work about a teenage boy surrounded by colorful individuals.

By Nick Spake | October 7, 2010

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“Never Let Me Go” fails to take hold

Attempting to show the trials and tribulations of those less fortunate, 'Never Let Me Go' leaves you wondering why.

By Jonathan Fortner | October 7, 2010

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‘Secretariat’ is familiar story elevated by great performance, charm.

'Secretariat' is a movie you walk into knowing exactly what you’re going to get and it graciously delivers what the audience wants: to be uplifted.

By Nick Spake | October 7, 2010

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“Waiting for ‘Superman’” director discusses documentary on education system

If you’re an ASU student and you’re reading this, congratulations, you’ve already won the lottery.

By Preston Carter Melbourne-Weaver | October 6, 2010

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‘It’s Kind of a Funny Story’ stars, directors share insight

The State Press spoke with the stars of “It’s Kind of a Funny Story,” Keir Gilchrist and Zach Galifianakis, and the film’s directors, Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck.

By Nick Spake | October 3, 2010

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In a classic story of greed, love, friendship and corruption, the creation of Facebook has been turned into one of the best films of the year

By Preston Carter Melbourne-Weaver | September 30, 2010

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‘Let Me In’ to the theater

“Let Me In” is a captivating thriller and in its own way a great story about childhood friendship.

By Nick Spake | September 30, 2010

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Reynolds gives unexpected performance in ‘Buried’

“Buried” takes it’s viewers on a man’s journey to survive one of the most horrifying experiences imaginable.

By Nick Spake | September 29, 2010

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Stone’s ‘Wall Street’ revisit worth the money

Though slow at times, compelling characters make the “Wall Street” sequel a worthy successor of director Oliver Stone’s original.

By Preston Carter Melbourne-Weaver | September 23, 2010

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‘Catfish’ will annoy some, intrigue others

Ever since the documentary “Catfish” made its debut at this year’s Sundance Film Festival, audiences have been attempting to decipher whether or not the film is fact or fake.

By Nick Spake | September 23, 2010

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‘You Again’ wastes cast’s talent

“You Again” does not use its stars to their potential. Rather, it is another by-the-numbers comedy reliant on physical humor and appearance.

By Nick Spake | September 23, 2010

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‘Jack’ goes overboard

After nearly twenty years of screen acting, Hoffman finally makes his directorial debut in “Jack Goes Boating,” a well-shot and strongly acted first feature.

By Nick Spake | September 23, 2010

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Cast of ‘Social Network’ discusses film, characters

“The Social Network” is not a movie about Facebook. It’s a movie about love, betrayal, paranoia and the truth, all of which are caused by the creation of the social networking site.

By Preston Carter Melbourne-Weaver | September 23, 2010

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Campus Review: ‘The Town’

SPTV film critics Brittney Wacholz and Shannon Lewis review the latest movie release "The Town."

By Austin Moede | September 22, 2010

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Campus Review: ‘The Tillman Story’

SPTV film critics Karl Kwiatkowski and Katie McDowell discuss "The Tillman Story."

By Austin Moede | September 20, 2010

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‘Easy A’ is a grade-A comedy

In “Easy A,” Emma Stone immerges as an A-list star.

By Nick Spake | September 17, 2010

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Affleck’s 'Town' good until second to last drop

“The Town” Starring: Ben Affleck, Jeremy Renner, John Hamm, Blake Lively Rating: R, 3.5 out of 5 Pitchforks

By Preston Carter Melbourne-Weaver | September 16, 2010

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‘Alpha and Omega’ is uninspired tale of puppy love

Despite solid voiceover cast, “Alpha and Omega” has no qualities that distinguish it from a straight-to-video production.

By Nick Spake | September 16, 2010

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Q&A with 'Buried' screenwriter Chris Sparling

The State Press spoke with Chris Sparling, screenwriter of “Buried,” an upcoming thriller staring Ryan Reynolds.

By Nick Spake | September 14, 2010

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Q&A with Scottsdale Film Festival director Amy Ettinger

The State Press spoke with Amy Ettinger, director of the 10th Annual Scottsdale International Film Festival. The festival will screen 27 films, including five Oscar contenders from the 2010 award season.

By Nick Spake | September 13, 2010

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