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Ripley Returns From Cryosleep

Chris Fuller • March 11, 2015

"Alien" first struck Chris at the age of five, here's to hoping it can strike again.

Waiting For ‘Shawshank’: When The ‘Best Picture’ Isn’t Good Enough

Ryan Daly • February 26, 2015

Setting this year's Oscar batch against one etched in memory.

12 Years A Boy: Why Linklater’s Film Never Matured

Caleb Griego • February 26, 2015

'Boyhood' nearly captures the rhythms of everyday life, but its characters let the film down.

Oscar Nominated, Live Action Shorts At Coolidge Corner

Liz Holman • February 23, 2015

A look at a couple notable short film nominees in light of this Sunday's Oscars.

Costner Hits Stride In Cross Country Drama ‘McFarland, USA’

Caleb Griego • February 23, 2015

The adaptation of a true story out of McFarland, Calif. tells the plight of a longshot cross-country team that went on to be state champions.

Trapped In A ‘Hot Tub’ Of Misery

Chris Fuller • February 23, 2015

Craig Robinson and Rod Corddry return in this vile excuse for a comedy. These waters are not safe.

All Alone At The Movies

Ryan Dowd • February 19, 2015

Friday night at the movies; the good, the bad, and the sad.

‘Fifty Shades’ Of Abuse

Summer Lin • February 16, 2015

E.L James's romance trilogy is notorious for its portrayal of BDSM, but does the franchise perpetuate darker qualities in the couple's relationship?

‘The Kingsman’ Is A Fine Suit Laid In A Dumpster

Ryan Dowd • February 16, 2015

It should be fun—the suits and stylized violence, but ultimately it's more callous ripoff than future Bond.

Coolidge Corner Hosts Oscar-Nominated Animated Shorts

Liz Holman • February 16, 2015

"Feast" and "The Dam Keeper," among other nominees, do what great films do--short or feature length. They make the audience feel at home.

‘Fifty Shades’ Bathed In Dull Greys

Rhoda Morrison • February 15, 2015

The highly anticipated adaptation of E.L. James' popular novel doesn't live up to exotic expectations.

Edits Lead To Anger, Anger Leads To Suffering

Chris Fuller • February 12, 2015

George Lucas prided himself on the editing authority he had over his films, but does Disney's recent acquisition leave a new hope for disgruntled fans?