Mat Layton, sophomore film major at California Baptist University, works to balance school, his family and a life of recording and performing original music under the alias Tru Crime. Both of Layton’s parents come from Sicilian and Italian roots and Layton said this inspired the name Tru Crime. “It’s like a play on the old […]
Category: Movies
New Batman teaser leaves viewers conflicted
Films about Batman, the unexpected vigilante, typically excite superhero fans. However, Matt Reeves’ “The Batman” movie featuring Robert Pattinson has been met with low audience anticipation. According to Variety, the movie is likely to be delayed because of the COVID-19 outbreak’s effects on movie productions. The film is now expected to come out on June […]
Film industry adjusts to COVID-19
The spread of COVID-19 is leading California Baptist University students to rely on the entertainment industry to fill their time. However, many movie makers are hurting as production has halted and movie theaters remain closed amid government mandates to avoid large gatherings. Big blockbuster films such as “A Quiet Place 2,” “Tenet,” “Wonder Woman 1984,” […]
‘Hamilton’ film heads to movie theaters
Lin-Manuel Miranda, the writer of the famous musical “Hamilton,” (2015) recently announced that his beloved musical representing the life of American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton will become a movie in fall of 2021. Miranda wrote “Hamilton,” which won 11 Tony Awards and a Pulitzer Prize for drama, intending for it to be performed in front […]
We need more optimistic sci-fi
Science fiction is often used as a mirror to society, showing us our flaws and our fear of what the future might look like if we make errors; it is a warning about what might be if we keep going down dangerous paths. While the cautionary tale is an important subset of sci-fi, the genre […]
Crime shows see increase on streaming platforms
Netflix released its latest addition to the growing genre of true crime documentaries, which are rising in popularity. “Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez,” released Jan. 15, takes a look at the infamous case of a football star-turnedconvict, which happened back in 2011. As soon as this documentary reached users of the streaming service, […]
Editor’s Review on You: Season 2
To the excitement of their subscribers everywhere, Netflix released season two of the limited series “You” Dec. 26, 2019. Ever since its initial release on Sept. 9, 2018, the exciting crime drama has drawn a large audience of binge watchers. The second season of “You” continues to focus on the main antihero, Joe, an obsessive […]
Disney+ first few months of streaming met with feedback from viewers
Disney+ launched in November to provide Walt Disney Co. fanatics with their favorite movies and television shows. The streaming service costs $6.99 per month or $69.99 for a year, making it an affordable plan for families and individuals to enjoy. Its catalog varies from classic Disney films to newer additions and gives users the freedom […]
‘Star Wars: The Rise of the Skywalk’ concludes the franchise trilogy
The latest and final installment of the new “Star Wars” trilogy has been deemed the end of the “Skywalker Era.” “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker,” directed by J.J. Abrams, was released in theaters on Dec. 20, 2019. With the highly anticipated film’s popularity, there have also been a variety of different reactions from long […]
‘Captain Marvel’ film paves way for new generation of super women
For those looking to see a film of female empowerment, “Captain Marvel” (2019) is the movie to see. “Captain Marvel” released on March 8 celebrated National Women’s Day in the United States, inspiring girls and women all around the world. “Captain Marvel” plays a supporting role in the Avengers’ universe. The Avengers’ is a team […]