Movie review: ‘Split’ is a fine thriller bolstered by McAvoy’s unreal performance

Before talking about M. Night Shyamalan, something has to be established. “The Sixth Sense” is not that good of a movie. Its twist is one-dimensional a…

Review: ‘Rogue One’ is a fun, by-the-numbers ‘Star Wars’ adventure

Despite my firm stance that the “Star Wars” series is generally overrated by moviegoers everywhere, I couldn’t help but be excited for “Rogue One: A St…

Review: ‘Moonlight’ is an unshakable masterpiece of cinema

There’s a 1989 film from filmmaker and gay rights activist Marlon Riggs called “Tongues Untied” that, among other things, addresses the intersection of…

Review: ‘The Girl on the Train’ is a messy and unoriginal mystery thriller

Following the popularity of “Gone Girl,” it was inevitable that a movie like “The Girl on the Train” would come out. On the surface, they share…

Review: ‘Don’t Think Twice’ explores life and friendship in dark and hilarious ways

Dramedy is a term loosely thrown around to classify any semi-serious film with a few laughs, but few movies capture a balance where they’re able to fin…

Review: ‘Suicide Squad’ is too messy to be saved by its characters

DC Comics’ film franchise is a mess. That was clear when “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” was released earlier this year. The two-and-a-half-ho…

Review: ‘Café Society’ is beautiful and bright but ultimately lacking

With Woody Allen, you never really know what quality of movie you’re going to get until the dust is settled and you’re leaving the theater. Especially …

Review: ‘The Martian’ depicts a stellar, scientific story

Earlier this week, NASA found water on Mars. But 20th Century Fox will likely strike gold this weekend with their movie about the Red Planet, “The Mart…

Review: ‘The Fifth Estate’ carries heavy plot in short timespan

In the wake of the national security breach and controversy whether or not whistleblowers are deemed as heroes, headlining news is leaking onto the…