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‘Dragon Ball Super: Broly’ shatters expectations with its riveting story and animation

Hwan Lee, Impulse Editor | January 17, 2019

With its seamless spectacular animation and plot, “Dragon Ball Super: Broly” is an absolute thrill that delivers a flawless visual experience unlike any other animated action film, fit for both anime...

Did ‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’ make or break it?

Hwan Lee and Brenna White, Staff Reporters | November 28, 2018

PRO: 'Ralph Breaks the Internet' is a colorful film with a heartwarming tale By Hwan Lee “Ralph Breaks the Internet” is a hilarious and beautifully animated film that will bring you a horde of laughs...

‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’ is a far cry from the charm of its predecessor

Brenna White, Staff Reporter | November 28, 2018

This is part two of a two part review. Read the counter review here. "Ralph Breaks the Internet" forfeits the nostalgic charm and subtle writing from its predecessor for pop culture references and the...

“Widows” an intense emotional thriller that gives an extensive look at everyday corruption

Tommy Pham, Staff Reporter | November 27, 2018

“Widows,” released on Nov. 16, is an intense, emotional thriller crime film looking at how corruption and politics go hand and hand and the imbalances between the rich and poor classes. The film is...

“The Hate U Give” Offers a Glimpse at Systemic Racial Oppression

Tommy Pham, Staff Reporter | October 23, 2018

“The Hate U Give,” released on Oct. 19, is a thought-provoking film putting a spotlight on police brutality in the United States. This is the movie adaptation of author Angie Thomas’ young adult...

The cinematic debut of “Venom” brings about mixed appeal

Johanna Berntsson, Staff Reporter | October 10, 2018

Marvel recently released “Venom,” on Oct. 5 featuring Tom Hardy as both Eddie Brock and Venom. The story is quite compelling, but the execution is missing something to make the movie great. It feels...

“Isle of Dogs” masterful animation, shallow characterization

Ethan Maneja, Staff Reporter | April 18, 2018

Wes Anderson’s return to the big screen with animated film “Isle of Dogs,” has the potential to be a great film, but lacks the heart to achieve it. “Isle of Dogs” takes place in the fictional...

‘Love, Simon’ a solid venture into LGBTQ teen rom-coms

Ethan Maneja, Staff Reporter | March 21, 2018

“Love, Simon” has huge significance as the first widely-distributed LGBTQ teen romantic comedy films, the start of a potentially new wave of LGBTQ mainstream representation in the film industry. But...

“The Shape of Water” a rare love story

Rebecca Arnone, Staff Reporter | February 21, 2018

With 13 Oscar nominations, The Shape of Water brings a woman’s love affair with a rare species to the big screen. The subtle drama was carried by intimate moments between the leading characters, a thrilling...

“Fifty Shades Freed” should have been free

Alaizza Rato, Staff Reporter | February 21, 2018

“Fifty Shades Freed,” the final film of erotic romance series “Fifty Shades of Grey,” ends in disappointment. Known for its love story and sex scenes, it falls more on the lines of a thriller compared...

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Sabrina Kulieva, Freelance Reporter

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‘Spy x Family: Code White’ is a sweet, charming subplot

Ingrid Lu, Art & Entertainment Editor

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“Spy x Family: Code White,” is a film that follows two seasons of the beloved anime “Spy x Family,” released in U.S. theaters on April 19. Building upon the plot of...