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‘Moana’ Animator: Polynesian Culture Has Been Abused
David G. Derrick, Jr. didn’t set out to make animated movies like “Megamind” and “How to Train Your Dragon.” Derrick…
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Carolla’s ’24 Hour War’ Isn’t Just for Gearheads
Yankees vs. Red Sox. Magic Johnson vs. Larry Bird. DC vs. Marvel. These classic rivalries take a back seat to…
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The Crazy Road Director Friedkin Took to ‘L.A.’
Friedkin’s film feels less like a response and more a direct competitor to Michael Mann’s trendsetting series, “Miami Vice.” Mann’s…
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Top 7 Celebrity Meltdowns Over Trump’s Victory
Based on recent results, however, it’s safe to say we’re inured to their lectures. The Hillary Clinton campaign involved a…
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Brosnan’s ‘I.T.’ Shows Our Creepy Digital Future
Take the 2016 summer as a perfect example. Is anybody clamoring for another viewing of “Independence Day: Resurgence,” “Jason Bourne”…
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Why Alamo’s New Program Will Make Parents Grin
Some children get overwhelmed by being in a darkened theater with state of the art sound. Others simply can’t sit…
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Why You Should Give This ‘Peace’ a Chance
“Disturbing the Peace” offers hope that the Israeli-Palestinian conflict might come to an end in our lifetimes. The documentary follows…
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‘Fantastic Beasts’ And How to Crush a Cool Franchise
It’s a sure sign the film forgot Storytelling 101. “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” forced this critic to…
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‘Charnel House’ Screenwriter Savors Second Chance
Earlier this month, Isler screened just his second feature film, “A Song for the Living,” at the Denver Film Festival. He…
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‘Diary’ Blasts ‘Wimpy’ Participation Trophy Mindset
The protagonist in the successful “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” series cares more about “Twisted Wizard” than any War on…
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