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A film review on "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind." PUBLIC DOMAIN

“Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” is still the most poignant romance movie of its time

Kenneth Gao March 26, 2025

In the pantheon of breakup movies, there is one that indelibly holds my heart as the most poignant and authentic film ever to be made: “Eternal Sunshine...

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A graphic illustrating the cinematic evolution of Superman. ILLUSTRATED BY IRENE YIMMONGKOL/THE STATESMAN

The world still needs Superman

Kevin Yu March 18, 2025

On Dec. 19, 2024, the teaser trailer for the upcoming “Superman” (2025) movie was released. The trailer signaled the return of the “Man of Tomorrow”...

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American filmmaker David Lynch holding his Honorary Oscar at the Academy Of Motion Picture Arts And Sciences' 11th Annual Governors Awards on Oct. 27, 2019. Lynch passed away at 78 in
Los Angeles, Calif. PHOTO COURTESY OF MICHAEL BUCKNER/VARIETY/PENSKE MEDIA VIA GETTY IMAGES

May David Lynch and his dreams walk with us

Teagan O’Connell March 9, 2025

In November 2024, I wrote an exploratory argumentative essay about the use of the ceiling fan in David Lynch’s "Twin Peaks” (1990). Writing about...

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The Statesman’s Arts and Culture Assistant Editor Sarah Chaudhry in front of the “Gladiator 2” movie poster at the theater.

“Captain America: Brave New World” brings long-awaited street-level action back to the MCU

Sarah Chaudhry, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor February 17, 2025

Warning: This review contains spoilers! “Captain America: Brave New World” premiered on Feb. 14, serving as the fourth film in the Captain America...

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"Sonic the Hedgehog 3" speeds into success

“Sonic the Hedgehog 3” speeds into success

Marley Roache February 15, 2025

Warning: This review contains spoilers! Video game adaptations are taking over mainstream Hollywood. Titles such as “The Last of Us” (2023),...

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The official movie poster for "Love Hurts." PUBLIC DOMAIN

“Love Hurts” undersells an exciting rom-com action premise

Sarah Chaudhry, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor February 12, 2025

Warning: This review contains spoilers. David Leitch, known for intense action films such as “The Fall Guy” (2024), “Bullet Train” (2022)...

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A graphic illustrating a movie review on "A Complete Unknown." ILLUSTRATED BY SAAMIA HASSAN/THE STATESMAN

“A Complete Unknown” captures the legend of Bob Dylan

Teagan O’Connell February 9, 2025

I love Bob Dylan. I love his songs. I love Timothée Chalamet. I love the folklore surrounding the 1965 Newport Folk Festival. Furthermore, I love...

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A graphic illustrating a "Wicked" movie review. ILLUSTRATED BY MADELYN ROSADO/THE STATESMAN

“Wicked” and contemporary Hollywood’s color epidemic

Joshua Lee February 9, 2025

In Victor Fleming’s “The Wizard of Oz” (1939), Dorothy and the audience are transported from the monochromatic sepia of rural Kansas to the technicolor...

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A graphic portraying a review on Marvels "What If...?"

What if Marvel’s “What If…?” was a good show?

Sarah Chaudhry, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor February 6, 2025

Warning: This review contains spoilers.  Marvel Studios announced it would produce its first animated show “What If…?” on Disney+ in April...

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A graphic illustrating a film review on "Smile 2."

“Smile 2” is a jaw-dropping distortion of reality

Madison Salimullah February 4, 2025

Warning: This review contains spoilers. “Smile 2” (2024) premiered on Oct. 18, 2024, continuing the terrifying chain of the Monstrosity’s...

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The cinematic legacy of Captain America

Sarah Chaudhry, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor January 24, 2025

Captain America/Steve Rogers is one of the most influential and iconic characters in superhero history. He is one of the most important characters...

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Superman & Lois is an ode to die-hard comic book lovers

Sarah Chaudhry, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor December 8, 2024

The fourth season of “Superman & Lois” premiered Oct. 7, ending The CW’s run of superhero shows. As symbolic as it is for the CW superhero...

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