Tag: screen time column
‘Griselda’ proves drug dealing isn’t a man’s world
Sofia Vergara shines in “Griselda,” straying away from her typical roles. She plays Griselda Blanco, who was an infamous Colombian drug lord in the ‘80s. Read More »
'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse' is the multiverse done right
‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,’ the sequel to the 2018 hit, continues to be a fun twist on multiversal storytelling. Read More »
‘The White Lotus’ attracts viewers with satirical take on economic hierarchy
The uber-elites in the HBO show leave a trail of damage in their path over the course of this compelling miniseries. Read More »
'WandaVision' was worth the wait
Screen time columnist Patrick Gunn argues Marvel’s newest creation is one of its most unique. Read More »
'Rebecca' reimagines a classic, lacks chemistry
Screen Time columnist Lucy Messineo-Witt says the 2020 version of the film is not ambitious enough in its reimagining of the haunting story. Read More »
Timothée Chalamet launches the next step of his career in 'Dune'
Screen Time columnist Ftsum Michael believes Timothée Chalamet will excel in his lead role in the blockbuster film “Dune.” Read More »
Romantic and comedic moments in ‘Emily in Paris’ fall flat
Screen Time columnist Lucy Messineo-Witt says the Netflix original show has a fabulous setting, but everything else about it is lacking. Read More »
‘Unpregnant’ is not a typical high school movie
Screen Time columnist Lucy Messineo-Witt says the HBO Max film is neither a comedy, nor a basic high school commentary on finding oneself. Read More »
The film industry in 2020: many theaters still closed, releases altered
Screen Time columnist Patrick Gunn says films are still being made and released during the pandemic, but with different timelines and formats. Read More »
'Big Time Adolescence’ is a raw coming-of-age story
Screen Time columnist Patrick Gunn argues that the American High film “Big Time Adolescence” tells a believable yet original story about high school and growing up. Read More »
15 films to watch while stuck at home in quarantine
Screen Time Columnist Patrick Gunn recommends watching both old and new films while social distancing. Films such as “The Wizard of Oz,” “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” and “Parasite” all made the list. Read More »
Coronavirus impacts global, domestic film industries
Screen Time columnist Patrick Gunn says the coronavirus could have ramifications on the worldwide box office. Read More »
‘The Invisible Man’ is an unsettling, tense ride
Screen time columnist Patrick Gunn says “The Invisible Man” reflects the lingering trauma of domestic abuse through a slow, quiet build of tension. Read More »
'BoJack Horseman’ explores human experiences through complex characters
Screen Time columnist Patrick Gunn says that the attention to detail applied to the show’s characters and gags makes the series both emotional and entertaining. Read More »
‘Sex Education’ continues its phenomenal run in season 2
Screen Time Columnist Patrick Gunn discusses season 2 of Netflix's hit show "Sex Education." Read More »
A24's 'Waves' gives different perspectives through cinematic lighting
Film columnist Patrick Gunn says ‘Waves’ shows how attention to detail in lighting can heighten the similarities and struggles of the characters. Read More »
The key to breaking into the Hollywood scene: make a horror film
Screen Time columnist Jason Connolly argues that indie filmmakers should set their sights on the horror genre. Read More »
Despite flaws, 'Shazam!' soars in creativity, visual thrills
Blockbuster “Shazam!” continues to prove DC Comics’ growing improvement to filmmaking. Read More »
Jordan Peele balances comedy, terror in ‘Us’
Jordan Peele’s sophomore smash “Us” is a haunting-yet-hilarious film with social commentary on individuals’ personal demons and anxieties. Read More »
New rule forbids Netflix films from being eligible at Cannes Film Festival
The Netflix-Cannes Film Festival debate highlights a burgeoning war within the film industry between the preservation of film culture and artistic expression and accessibility. Read More »
Spoiler alert: Movie trailers are ruining upcoming films
Screen time columnist, Patrick Gunn, reveals the pitfalls of trailers like “Detective Pikachu” showing too much before their film premiere. Read More »
Despite the hype, 2019 Sundance Film Festival disappoints
This year’s Sundance Film Festival proved to be simultaneously a success and a disappointment, thanks to the breakthrough performances by little-known indie films and the overhyping of star-studded productions. Read More »
Oscars by the numbers: The stories and statistics behind the Best Picture nominees
With the 91st Academy Awards less than three weeks away, here are some of the behind-the-scenes stories and statistics from the 2019 Best Picture nominees. Read More »