Disney’s “Onward” Review
Earl Alexander Givan, Staff Writer
April 23, 2020
Pixar's newest adventure, “Onward,” was originally scheduled for a theatrical release but following the closure of theaters across the country because of the pandemic, Disney has called an audible and the animated film has landed on Disney Plus. In this new venture, Pixar depicts a world in which...
Cats 2019: A Review from Stage to Screen
Ariana Ferrante, Contributing Writer
February 22, 2020
Warning: this article includes spoilers for the plot of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical ‘Cats’ and the recently released movie of the same name. Before seeing two versions of “Cats” -- onscreen and onstage at Boston Opera House -- my only exposure to the musical was listening to the cast recording...
A Different Take on The Batman
Matt Verrilli, Staff Writer
February 22, 2020
Last year, Warner Bros., the studio that owns the film rights to DC Comics properties, announced it would make another film in the Batman franchise, with a new face -- Robert Pattinson -- donning the cape and cowl. Pattinson is best known for his role in the “Twilight” series as Edward Cullen. T...
Winners of the 92nd Academy Awards
Beth Beaudry, Contributing Writer
February 22, 2020
History was made at the Oscars. “Parasite” became the first foreign-language movie to win best motion picture, and three other awards throughout the night. Zach Gottsagen became the first presenter with Down syndrome, as he helped to announce the best live-action short film award. Musician Eimear...
Spider-Man Swings Out of the MCU
Matt Verrilli, Staff Writer
October 23, 2019
Spider-Man’s life in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) hangs in the balance (again), following the release of the newest Marvel movie “Spiderman: Far From Home.” Sony and Disney recently began deliberating over the property rights to the character of Spider-Man. While Disney owns Marvel, the c...
Alumni Discuss Working on the “Joker”
Charger Bulletin Staff
October 14, 2019
Both Timothy Metzer, class of ‘85, and the University of New Haven communication, film, and media studies program have come a long way in 34 years. Metzger is a production designer who has worked on multiple Hollywood films, including the recently-released “Joker,” which earned a record $93...
“IT Chapter Two” Review
Earl Alexander Givan, Contributing Writer
September 26, 2019
Just in time for Halloween, Warner Bros. released “It Chapter Two.” The film is the hotly-anticipated sequel to 2017’s “It.” The release of “It Chapter Two” completed director Andy Muschietti’s modern-day adaptation of Stephen King’s novel of the same name. The film combines horror, ...
New Streaming Service: “Disney Plus” Arriving This November
Kayla Mutchler, Entertainment Editor
September 10, 2019
Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video are some of the most popular streaming services, and on Nov. 12, 2019, Disney Plus. The Disney Plus is a subscription based application that will cost $6.99 per month or $69.99 annually. Disney Plus will feature an immerse library. It will include their classic Di...
Velvet Buzzsaw: The Art of Kill
Jeremy Bellman, Contributing Writer
April 17, 2019
Netflix’s latest original film, “Velvet Buzzsaw,” is a satirical thriller that explores the world of art critics consumed by greed, fame, and materialism. The film centers around Morf Vandewalt, played by Jake Gyllenhaal, a prestigious and extremely harsh art critic who interacts with several othe...
Top 10 Movies on Netflix Right Now
Matt Verrilli, Staff Writer
March 6, 2019
10) “Velvet Buzzsaw” Rotten Tomatoes Score: 65% Starring: Jake Gyllenhaal, John Malkovich, Billy Magnussen, Toni Collette, Natalia Dyer, Rene Russo From Dan Gilroy, director of movies like “Nightcrawler,” and “Kong: Skull Island,” comes this satirical, mystery and suspense drama th...
Academy Awards Controversy
Kelly Daniels, Contributing Writer
February 27, 2019
This year’s Academy Awards ceremony has been plagued by controversies, the latest of which stemming from their decision not to broadcast the presentation of four awards during the ceremony: cinematography, film editing, live action short, and makeup and hair-styling. This decision, announced ...
“Toy Story 4” Ends the Saga
Matt Verrilli, Staff Writer
November 28, 2018
“Toy Story 4” will be the final film in the franchise that began almost 25 years ago. The movie will feature all the fan favorites -- Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Jessie, and Bo Peep, among others, who will keep their original voice actors. The movie will also introduce audiences to three new characte...
Remembering Stan Lee
Emily McDonough, Contributing Writer
November 19, 2018
Stan Lee, born Dec.28, 1922, died on Monday Nov. 12, at the age of 95. Mr. Lee was seen as a creative genius and paved the way for both comic and superhero creators. He was the executive vice president and publisher of Marvel Comics, and co-created some of the company’s most famous heroes such as: Spi...
Return of Adam Sandler : Comedy Never Dies
Sommers Smith, Staff Writer
November 13, 2018
Many know him as one of America’s favorites, in movies such as “The Waterboy,” or as “Billy Madison,” but Adam Sandler is serving up a plate of raw character in a Netflix original film, “Adam Sandler: 100% Fresh.” Bringing his versatility and original comedy, Sandler has crafted a c...
“Halloween” Horrifyingly Horrid
Brian Guski, Contributing Writer
October 30, 2018
Although the newly released “Halloween ” movie, directed by David Gordon Green, shares a name with the horror cult classic, it most definitely does not share the same great cinematic qualities of its 40-year old predecessor. “Halloween ” takes place after the events of John Carpenter’s original “H...
