Movies

That’s showbiz, baby: ASU finds competition and common ground in the Phoenix Film Festival

The festival offers ASU students and faculty the opportunity for recognition among stiff competition.

By Chris Clements | April 8, 2019

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SP Review: 'The Dirt' revels in debauchery, and kind of works

Mötley Crüe's story gets brought to life in "The Dirt," and its story makes it through in decent shape. 

By Brandon King | March 24, 2019

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SP Review: 'How To Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World' wraps up an amazing trilogy

The "How To Train Your Dragon" series gives its third installment an added sense of close-knit storytelling. 

By Brandon King | February 24, 2019

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SP Review: 'Alita: Battle Angel' gives beloved manga a proper stage

Want a sign that manga adaptations can work? See "Alita: Battle Angel."

By Brandon King | February 18, 2019

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SP Review: 'What Men Want' tries as a remake, falls flat

For a movie about reading people's thoughts, "What Men Want" doesn't have much substance. 

By Brandon King | February 10, 2019

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SP Review: 'The Lego Movie 2' is solid as a brick

The sequel to "The Lego Movie" is clever and fun, which isn't surprising this time around.

By Brandon King | February 5, 2019

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SP Review: The top 5 Netflix films of 2018

Arts and culture reporter Brandon King gives his picks for the top five Netflix films of 2018.

By Brandon King | January 29, 2019

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2019 Oscar Predictions: Who will win and who should win?

The 2019 Oscar nominations are here, and the question is: Who's going to win?

By Brandon King | January 23, 2019

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SP Review: 'The Kid Who Would Be King' makes King Arthur weird and exciting

'The Kid Who Would Be King' is a flat-out fun film that will make you believe in adventure.

By Brandon King | January 22, 2019

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SP Review: 'The Upside' unites Kevin Hart and Bryan Cranston to mixed results

'The Upside' never reaches the levels of joy it wants to spark.

By Brandon King | January 13, 2019

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SP Review: 'The Favourite' is a period piece with originality and amibition

"The Favourites" is an unconventional period piece with notable performances.

By Brandon King | November 27, 2018

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Top 5 guilty pleasure films for the holidays

Some of the best movies are the ones we love to hate — these are 5 guilty pleasure holiday movies.

By Brandon King | November 20, 2018

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SP Review: 'The Front Runner' has something to say but ends up falling behind

"The Front Runner" wastes a talented cast, director and opportunity to say something relevant.

By Brandon King | November 14, 2018

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SP Review: 'The Girl In The Spider's Web' is a captivating thriller

"The Girl In The Spider's Web" sacrifices complexity but is elevated by a compelling lead character and tone.

By Brandon King | November 6, 2018

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The top five Halloween movies for scaredy-cats

From 'Zombieland' to 'Ghostbusters,' here are five Halloween movies perfect for the faint of heart.

By Brandon King | October 30, 2018

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A Q&A with the cast of Jonah Hill's 'Mid90s'

Arts and culture reporter Brandon King interviews the cast of the film 'Mid90s.'

By Brandon King | October 28, 2018

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SP Review: 'Mid90s' shows promise and emotion in the midst of nostalgia

Jonah Hill's new film has its imperfections, but is both a solid directorial debut and coming-of-age movie.

By Brandon King | October 19, 2018

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Movies and Munchies meets Books and Booze: '8 1/2'

Pair a classic Italian film with a classic Italian cocktail.

By Carson Abernethy | October 11, 2018

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Movies and Munchies: "Searching"

Sweet and salty popcorn and "Searching" make for an a-maze-ing movie night.

By MacKinley Lutes-Adlhoch | September 13, 2018

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The 2018 AFA Film Festival will capture the latest and best films by ASU students

The 13th AFA Film Festival will showcase work from ASU upperclassmen filmmakers as well as provide networking opportunities for students.

By Megan Barbera | April 18, 2018

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