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Film Review: Irish Love Story in ‘Sing Street’ Perfectly Illustrates Relationships Through Songwriting

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The official movie poster for the Jan. 24, 2016, release of "Sing Street" shows main characters Conor Lawlor (Ferdia Walsh-Peelo) playing guitar while Raphina (Lucy Boynton) looks off into the distance. The movie grossed $13.6 million.Photos Courtesy of Lionsgate Laying in the grass strumming the guitar, choreographed dance in high school gyms and sailing away through the Irish … [Read more...] about Film Review: Irish Love Story in ‘Sing Street’ Perfectly Illustrates Relationships Through Songwriting

Film Review: ‘42’ Promotes Equality on and off the Field

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The official movie poster for the record-breaking 2013 film “42” displays Brooklyn Dodger Jackie Robinson (Chadwick Boseman) sliding into home. Robinson faced racism from his teammates, other teams and society.Photos Courtesy of Legendary PicturesThe film “42” is a historical biographic drama about baseball legend Jackie Robinson (Chadwick Boseman) who … [Read more...] about Film Review: ‘42’ Promotes Equality on and off the Field

Weekend Watch: Baran Erim

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First-year Baran Erim recommends his favorite movie, “Superbad” (2007) because of its uncommon humor. Written by Seth Rogan and Even Goldberg, the high school themed movie stars Michael Cera and Jonah Hill. “A lot of people don't notice but 'Superbad' is like a very sad and relatable movie,” Erim said. "At its core, it's a story about two best friends losing each … [Read more...] about Weekend Watch: Baran Erim

Film Review: ‘Tom & Jerry’ Fails to Capture What Made A Classic Cartoon Great

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The official poster for "Tom & Jerry" (2021) shows the titular characters riding on a skateboard through the streets of New York City. While this poster gives the impression the film will be focused on shenanigans like the one depicted, in reality the movie spends a very limited amount of time on scenes like this.Photos Courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures“Tom & … [Read more...] about Film Review: ‘Tom & Jerry’ Fails to Capture What Made A Classic Cartoon Great

Weekend Watch: Josephine Lo

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First year Josephine Lo recommends her favorite movie, “What If” (2013) because of its deep character development. The Canadian rom-com features actors Daniel Radcliff, Adam Driver and Zoe Kazan. “It is a feel-good movie and always makes me happy,” Lo said. “What If” (2013) is rated “PG-13”. __________________________ Follow the Graphic on Instagram: @PeppGraphic … [Read more...] about Weekend Watch: Josephine Lo