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Netflick of the Week: “Okja”

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There are some movies, great movies, that you can’t talk about without sounding completely ridiculous. “Okja” is one of these great, but ridiculous, movies. “Okja” follows a young girl, Mija (Ahn Seo-hyun), and her grandfather’s absolutely massive super pig. This pig is one of the 26 given out throughout the world by the Mirando Corporation, who, ten years later, plan on crowning the top
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Apes Together Strong! – “War for the Planet of the Apes” Review

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“War for the Planet of the Apes” is the third film in the 2011 reboot of the Planet of the Apes franchise. Following the events of “Dawn,”“War” follows Caesar and his fellow apes in a fight to survive against what remains of humanity's military force. Thankfully, “War” continues the string of excellent movies, making for another great addition to the series. All of the
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Tick, Tick, Tick… – “Dunkirk” Review

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The clock is always ticking in Christopher Nolan’s new film, “Dunkirk.” The 107 minute World War II thrill-ride tells the story of the Allies’ defeat at the Battle of Dunkirk, and their harrowing escape from France’s deadly beaches. Nolan decides to approach this story rather unconventionally. For one, he doesn't spend time dealing with the larger political aspect of the war. Instead, he keeps
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“Logan:” No More Guns In The Valley

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Released on March 3, James Mangold’s “Logan” brings the arc of Hugh Jackman’s portrayal of Wolverine to an astonishing close. Never before has a superhero movie elicited such a visceral and emotional reaction from moviegoers everywhere. It’s gritty, it’s grounded and it’s sad. Set in 2029, “Logan” starts off with a brutal introduction as to where our hero is at now. Over 200 years
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“The Great Wall” Isn’t So Great

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The action film is one of the most prominent genres in the industry, pulling in some of the largest profits in Hollywood. While they might overrun mainstream media, they certainly come in different forms: AAA blockbusters, low-budget indie “one location” movies, thrillers, and many more. Then there are some that try to be unique, but fall short. “The Great Wall,” is one of those
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“Get Out” Combines Horror and Social Commentary

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The most frightening things in the world often hit closest to home. Horror thriller “Get Out” recognizes this by tackling racism at a time where it’s at the forefront of our minds. Chris is a young photographer enjoying relative success both professionally and romantically. His girlfriend, Rose, invites him to meet her family after five months of dating. Chris is apprehensive, as he is
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The Boogeyman is Back: “John Wick: Chapter 2” Review

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In 2014, “John Wick” came as a defibrillator shock to the action movie genre. It managed to feel fresh and exciting by sub­verting many of the tropes of the genre that had, at that point, be­come stale. The much-welcome sequel, “John Wick: Chapter Two,” has arrived to deliver more of what was so loved about the first one. Keanu Reeves plays the titu­lar character
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It’s Strange to Not Watch “Doctor Strange”

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Since 2008, moviegoers have been watching Marvel’s heroes take to the silver screen. In the eight years that the MCU has unfolded there have been arguably no real duds, with each film receiving praise and leaving audiences craving the next installment. After the gigantic hit of “Captain America: Civil War,” the bar has been set even higher than normal. Thankfully, “Dr. Strange” is not
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