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    Review: “Minx” cleverly establishes and defines feminism in the 1970s
    • Apr 29
    • 3 min

    Review: “Minx” cleverly establishes and defines feminism in the 1970s

    HBOMax’s new comedy series “Minx” draws in audiences with porn, feminism and gangsters. By Natalie Metcalf, Staff Writer Set in 1971,...
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    Review: “Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore” didn’t share many secrets
    • Apr 21
    • 3 min

    Review: “Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore” didn’t share many secrets

    The third film in the new Wizarding World series changes the plot’s focus. By Natalie Metcalf, Staff Writer Enchanting and nostalgic...
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    “Marry Me” Review: How to lose everything and find it overnight
    • Mar 24
    • 2 min

    “Marry Me” Review: How to lose everything and find it overnight

    ​​“Marry Me” is a modern fairy tale about the love of a world-famous pop diva, and a modest mathematics teacher performed by Owen Wilson....
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    “The Batman” review: A new Gotham for a new generation
    • Mar 16
    • 3 min

    “The Batman” review: A new Gotham for a new generation

    Matt Reeves’ 2022 adaptation of the classic DC character does both audiences and comic-fans justice. By Matthew Royer, News Editor...
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    Review: Short in stature but giant in heart, Cyrano is a big-screen beauty
    • Feb 28
    • 3 min

    Review: Short in stature but giant in heart, Cyrano is a big-screen beauty

    Joe Wright’s 2022 re-telling of the classic true story expands the tale’s grandeur but falls in its polish. By Matthew Royer, News Editor...
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    “The Worst Person in the World” is the best movie out now
    • Feb 17
    • 3 min

    “The Worst Person in the World” is the best movie out now

    Joachim Trier's romantic comedy and drama feature explores the coming of age genre for those who, by society’s standards, should have...
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    Valley’s football field featured in "Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" reboot
    • Feb 12
    • 2 min

    Valley’s football field featured in "Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" reboot

    Among the hallmarks that led to the success of Will Smith’s version of "Bel-Air" and the nostalgia brought about by its reboot lies...
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    “Spider-Man: No Way Home” is expected to bring in the masses
    • Dec 16, 2021
    • 2 min

    “Spider-Man: No Way Home” is expected to bring in the masses

    The long awaited Spider-Man film is rumored to have cameos of past Spider-Men. By Natalie Metcalf, Staff Writer “Spider-Man: No Way Home”...
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    Review: “tick, tick...BOOM!” is a hidden gem and an inspiration to artists
    • Dec 5, 2021
    • 3 min

    Review: “tick, tick...BOOM!” is a hidden gem and an inspiration to artists

    Lin-Manuel Miranda directs a biographical musical about Jonathan Larson and does justice to his memory. By Natalie Metcalf, Staff Writer...
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    “Licorice Pizza” review: A Valentine to young love and the Valley
    • Dec 2, 2021
    • 3 min

    “Licorice Pizza” review: A Valentine to young love and the Valley

    Director and screenwriter Paul Thomas Anderson delivers a new vision for the lovers and dreamers of the world. By Matthew Royer,...
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    Marvel Studios is going for quantity instead of quality
    • Nov 30, 2021
    • 2 min

    Marvel Studios is going for quantity instead of quality

    After Disney Plus Day, the Marvel Cinematic Universe aims to maintain their high status. Opinion by Natalie Metcalf, Staff Writer There...
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    Los Angeles museums on a college budget
    • Nov 11, 2021
    • 3 min

    Los Angeles museums on a college budget

    Discover LA's art and culture in-person and virtually on free days in LA county museums. by Annette M. Lesure, Staff Writer College...
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    Review: Marvel Studios “Eternals” went on for an eternity
    • Nov 9, 2021
    • 3 min

    Review: Marvel Studios “Eternals” went on for an eternity

    With a large cast and a loose plot, the new Marvel movie doesn’t know what to focus on. By Natalie Metcalf, Special to the Star With...
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    “Tomorrowland:” The most important movie you've probably never seen
    • Oct 27, 2021
    • 2 min

    “Tomorrowland:” The most important movie you've probably never seen

    If the pandemic has caused endless doom scrolling, now might be the perfect time to watch a story about relighting the spark of optimism....
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    Review: “Halloween Kills” fails to deliver on high promise, kills time instead
    • Oct 21, 2021
    • 2 min

    Review: “Halloween Kills” fails to deliver on high promise, kills time instead

    David Gordon Green’s film leaves more brain cells lost than scares endured. By Matthew Royer, Political News Editor What could have been....
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    Review: “No Time to Die” wastes no time to thrill
    • Oct 16, 2021
    • 3 min

    Review: “No Time to Die” wastes no time to thrill

    In Daniel Craig’s final iteration of the iconic character, Bond is at his best. By Matthew Royer, Political News Editor Meant to hit...
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    “Broadway’s Back!” exclaimed someone who did not tune into the Tony Awards
    • Oct 3, 2021
    • 3 min

    “Broadway’s Back!” exclaimed someone who did not tune into the Tony Awards

    With misguided messaging and a lost attempt to make the audience feel nostalgic, the 2021 Tony Awards struggled to bring back theater to...
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    Review: “The Card Counter” plays a poor hand well
    • Sep 22, 2021
    • 2 min

    Review: “The Card Counter” plays a poor hand well

    By Matthew Royer, Political News Editor Oscar Isaac stars in what can be characterized as a redux of director Paul Schrader’s classics....
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    • Sep 21, 2021
    • 6 min

    The Most Underrepresented Type of Diversity in Media: Disability

    People with disabilities are not seeing themselves on the big screen, on television, or in the rooms where the writers of mass media are...
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    Review: Family bites back in “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings”
    • Sep 5, 2021
    • 3 min

    Review: Family bites back in “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings”

    While not a traditional Marvel Studios film, “Shang-Chi” is sure to inspire audiences old and anew. By Matthew Royer, Political News...
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    Small filmmaker cries foul
    • Jun 7, 2021
    • 3 min

    Small filmmaker cries foul

    Cynthia Kao claimed that the Oscar-winning short film “Two Distant Strangers” resembles her video from 2016. By Soren Blomquist...
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    "Invincible" Review: a superhero show that takes off in bloody fashion
    • May 3, 2021
    • 2 min

    "Invincible" Review: a superhero show that takes off in bloody fashion

    “Invincible” lifts the superhero genre to new heights with a bloody origin. By Benjamin Royer, Staff Writer This new slab of paint on the...
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    Review: “Mortal Kombat” delivers the punch but not a fatality
    • May 1, 2021
    • 2 min

    Review: “Mortal Kombat” delivers the punch but not a fatality

    While it delivers plenty of blood, the new “Mortal Kombat” ultimately comes up short. By Anthony Lopez, Staff Writer “Mortal Kombat” has...
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    Preview: 2021 Oscars promises to be new and more diverse
    • Apr 25, 2021
    • 3 min

    Preview: 2021 Oscars promises to be new and more diverse

    This year’s Academy Awards features a diverse field of nominees and a novel approach to the live broadcast. By Soren Blomquist Eggerling,...
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    Review: “Falcon and the Winter Soldier” provides a final jab instead of a punch in its season finale
    • Apr 24, 2021
    • 2 min

    Review: “Falcon and the Winter Soldier” provides a final jab instead of a punch in its season finale

    Sam Wilson and Bucky Barnes’ story comes to an end as the crime-fighters seek to put a stop to a dangerous escalation from their...
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    Pacific and ArcLight theaters to close permanently
    • Apr 19, 2021
    • 3 min

    Pacific and ArcLight theaters to close permanently

    Pacific and ArcLight theaters are bidding farewell after 94 years of operation. By Anthony Lopez, Staff Writer The COVID-19 pandemic has...
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    Review: “Falcon and the Winter Soldier” hits each note in its penultimate episodes
    • Apr 17, 2021
    • 3 min

    Review: “Falcon and the Winter Soldier” hits each note in its penultimate episodes

    Emotions run high as heroes Sam Wilson and Bucky Barnes tie up loose ends as new dangers arise. By Matthew Royer, Staff Writer Can you...
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    The beloved DC superheroes are back
    • Apr 16, 2021
    • 2 min

    The beloved DC superheroes are back

    Justice League is back, and has returned with a new origin and villains. By Cesar Padilla, Staff Writer “Justice League” is a stunning...
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    • Apr 13, 2021
    • 3 min

    Review: “Operation Varsity Blues” sheds light on the 2019 college admissions scandal

    Director Chris Smith unveils daunting details about America’s largest college admissions scam in this Netflix documentary. By Megan...
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    Review: “Falcon and the Winter Soldier” finds its footing in compelling second and third episodes
    • Apr 3, 2021
    • 3 min

    Review: “Falcon and the Winter Soldier” finds its footing in compelling second and third episodes

    Sam Wilson and Bucky Barnes bring buddy-cop action and couples therapy to the ever-growing Marvel cinematic universe. By Matthew Royer,...
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    Review: “Godzilla vs. Kong” makes good on its promise of dumb and fun action
    • Apr 2, 2021
    • 2 min

    Review: “Godzilla vs. Kong” makes good on its promise of dumb and fun action

    Director Adam Wingard puts the titular monsters very much at the forefront in the newest entry in the MonsterVerse. By Justyn Frutiz,...
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    Review: "Falling Down" is as relevant as ever
    • Mar 26, 2021
    • 2 min

    Review: "Falling Down" is as relevant as ever

    The '90s film has stood the test of time, despite being almost 30 years old. By Adam J. Yeend, Special to the Star Joel Schumacher’s...
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    Review: Nostalgia is the name of the game for “Coming 2 America”
    • Mar 26, 2021
    • 3 min

    Review: Nostalgia is the name of the game for “Coming 2 America”

    Hewing to the original film’s flavor while trying to appeal to today’s audience is Akeem’s most prominent conflict. By Hilary Van Hoose,...
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    Review: “Memento” two decades later
    • Mar 25, 2021
    • 2 min

    Review: “Memento” two decades later

    Christopher Nolan’s sophomore flick changed film and bent genres, paving the way for new filmmakers today. By Matthew Royer, Staff Writer...
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    Theater experience is essential
    • Mar 25, 2021
    • 2 min

    Theater experience is essential

    Theaters in Los Angeles and New York recently reopened, meaning people can finally go out to the movies again. Opinion by Justyn Frutiz,...
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    California theme parks set to reopen next month
    • Mar 24, 2021
    • 2 min

    California theme parks set to reopen next month

    Magic Mountain and the Happiest Place on Earth are planning to hopefully reopen, ensuring safety protocols in April. By Anthony Lopez,...
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    • Mar 20, 2021
    • 2 min

    Paramount Plus is not a must have

    Formerly known as CBS All Access, Paramount Plus is not worth paying for another streaming service. Opinion by Elvin Gonzalez, Staff...
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    Review: “Falcon and the Winter Soldier” takes flight in its first episode
    • Mar 19, 2021
    • 2 min

    Review: “Falcon and the Winter Soldier” takes flight in its first episode

    In the latest Disney+ entry, Sam Wilson and Bucky Barnes return in a post-Endgame Marvel Cinematic Universe. By Matthew Royer, Staff...
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    “Raya and the Last Dragon” Review: A gorgeous yet hollow film that never truly finds its feet
    • Mar 19, 2021
    • 2 min

    “Raya and the Last Dragon” Review: A gorgeous yet hollow film that never truly finds its feet

    The new Disney release falls short of its potential. By Justyn Frutiz, Staff Writer “Raya and the Last Dragon” is a fine film with...
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    "Tom and Jerry" review: a cat and mouse is a combo sure to cause mayhem
    • Mar 17, 2021
    • 2 min

    "Tom and Jerry" review: a cat and mouse is a combo sure to cause mayhem

    Tom and Jerry are back, and have returned to the big screen. By Cesar Padilla, Staff Writer Grab your cereal, the cartoon duo Tom and...
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    Review: “Nomadland” goes where few movies have ever gone
    • Mar 16, 2021
    • 2 min

    Review: “Nomadland” goes where few movies have ever gone

    Director Chloe Zhao’s new film is a welcome, artful departure from blockbuster culture. By Soren Blomquist Eggerling, Staff Writer...
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    Review: All rise for the chilling new series “Your Honor”
    • Mar 10, 2021
    • 2 min

    Review: All rise for the chilling new series “Your Honor”

    Bryan Cranston breaks bad once again in the Showtime limited series. By Cassandra Nava, Online Editor In the new Showtime series “Your...
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    "WandaVision" Review: An allegory for the sitcom housewife
    • Mar 8, 2021
    • 3 min

    "WandaVision" Review: An allegory for the sitcom housewife

    Marvel beautifully deconstructs television’s funniest tropes into a tragedy. By Jack Kelly, Staff Writer Laugh tracks are not powerful...
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    "Love and Monsters" Review: love conquers all … even giant snails and crabs
    • Mar 4, 2021
    • 3 min

    "Love and Monsters" Review: love conquers all … even giant snails and crabs

    “Love and Monsters” unfolds against a decimated earth and ends with faith in the human spirit. By Gene Wickham, Staff Writer “Love and...
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    Review: “I Care a Lot” is a film worth caring over
    • Mar 3, 2021
    • 2 min

    Review: “I Care a Lot” is a film worth caring over

    Netflix’s latest release is a return to form for both director J Blakeson and the Academy Award-nominated actress Rosamund Pike. By...
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    Review: “Don’t Tell a Soul” about this movie
    • Feb 24, 2021
    • 2 min

    Review: “Don’t Tell a Soul” about this movie

    "Don't Tell a Soul" is an empty attempt at a morality-based thriller that is not worth the rental fee. By Soren Blomquist Eggerling,...
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    Apple releases pointless iPhone 12 series
    • Nov 19, 2020
    • 2 min

    Apple releases pointless iPhone 12 series

    The newest iterations of iPhones offer few incentives and little innovation. By Wendy Rosales, Special to the Star The new iPhone 12 is...
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    How drive-in movie features have been revived during a time of social distancing
    • Nov 6, 2020
    • 3 min

    How drive-in movie features have been revived during a time of social distancing

    Drive-in features are keeping the entertainment industry afloat during venue closures. By Marcos Franco, Staff Writer As traditional...
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    "The Watermelon Woman" Review
    • Oct 28, 2020
    • 2 min

    "The Watermelon Woman" Review

    By Cassandra Nava, News Editor With its unconventional pace and humorous characters, “The Watermelon Woman” provides an interesting look...
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    Walt Disney World reopening after being closed for more than 100 days
    • Jun 3, 2020
    • 2 min

    Walt Disney World reopening after being closed for more than 100 days