By Chris Tait
I can predict the future, I see the things that are to come. Be warned, for the future is a barren land full of misery and doubt. Here is the first sign, marked by the collective sigh of millions of nerds and movie obscurists across North America. It will resonate this Friday and evil will… Continue reading Despite diva death, Dogma director disappoints
By Rob Sherf
Let’s take a moment to consider Charlie Kaufman, that dashing Hollywood genius behind the script for what seems like every metaphysical theatrical thrill ride over the last few years. Hailed by many prospective PHIL 201 students as "dude, totally deep," Kaufman makes his trade in reflexive narratives delving deeply into the headiest of mind-trip themes… Continue reading Romantic comedy meets metaphysics
If you had a friend who was perfectly willing to lie, cheat and steal for profit, that might be unnerving. If they willingly injured people and animals for their own gain, even going so far as poisoning them, it might verge on disturbing. If they felt absolutely no guilt or remorse for doing these things,… Continue reading Companies are people too…
I thought an English-language film made for mass consumption in the United States would never come close to capturing the essence of the Soviet Union. K-19: The Widowmaker proved me wrong.Harrison Ford and Liam Neeson headline an outstanding cast, full of role players who deliver a stunning performance as a 1961 Soviet submarine crew. Neeson… Continue reading K-19 delivers hit