movies
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Review: “Conclave” is a philosophical examination of the human condition
Read more: Review: “Conclave” is a philosophical examination of the human conditionEdward Berger's film "Conclave" was a hit among both critics and audiences. The Paw Print's Kieran Blake shares his thoughts on the film in the…
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The 41st Chicago Latino Film Festival: An Interview with Founder Pepe Vargas
Read more: The 41st Chicago Latino Film Festival: An Interview with Founder Pepe VargasThe Paw Print interviewed Pepe Vargas, founder and executive director of the International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago.
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Mufasa: The Lion King: How the director created a hidden and un-Disney-like message
Read more: Mufasa: The Lion King: How the director created a hidden and un-Disney-like messageBy Isabella Sun, Associate News & Features Editor More than thirty years ago, on Jul. 24, 1994, Disney released The Lion King, aiming to create…
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The beauty of a good “teen movie”
Read more: The beauty of a good “teen movie”Kieran Blake, Sports Editor I just finished watching 1999’s “10 Things I Hate About You,” and I really enjoyed it. Yet immediately after the end…
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Gladiator II: Movie Review
Read more: Gladiator II: Movie ReviewGladiator II, deemed unnecessary, follows Lucius's journey as a gladiator fighting tyrannical emperors. Despite impressive action and visuals, it lacks the original's depth, with underdeveloped…
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Cramming 10 pounds of trash into a five-pound bag: 2021’s “Dune”
Read more: Cramming 10 pounds of trash into a five-pound bag: 2021’s “Dune”"Dune" (2021) is criticized for its slow pacing, long runtime, incoherent story, and mediocre acting. Despite these flaws, it received excessive praise and awards, making…
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Review: Does “Wicked” really defy gravity?
Read more: Review: Does “Wicked” really defy gravity?By Alexa Gola, Associate News & Features Editor As the holiday season approached, “Wicked” debuted in theatres across the country, defying the gravity of box…
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Review: “Straume” captures the heart of animation
Read more: Review: “Straume” captures the heart of animationBy Alexa Gola, Associate News & Features Editor “Straume,” known internationally as “Flow,” is a Latvian animated feature film noted for its absence of narration…
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Moana 2 Review: Did the movie capture the magic of its predecessor?
Read more: Moana 2 Review: Did the movie capture the magic of its predecessor?The much anticipated sequel to the 2016 film Moana unfortunately fell flat and did not live up to viewers' expectations.
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Review: Something for everyone at the Chicago International Film Festival
Read more: Review: Something for everyone at the Chicago International Film FestivalThe 60th Chicago International Film Festival showcased films from diverse regions, blending high-profile European titles with underrepresented gems. Highlights include Austria’s Peacock and Azerbaijan’s Return…
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