Well color me surprised. I’ve certainly hated a sequel before (i.e. Kick-Ass 2, The Hangover: Part II), and I’ve also liked some sequels a bit better than the originals (i.e. The Dark Knight, Skyfall). But never have I ever had…
Book Review: Until We End by Frankie Brown
From Bloomsbury Spark, a gripping dystopian adventure. It has been nine months since the virus hit, wiping out almost everyone it touched. Seventeen-year-old Cora and her little brother, Coby, haven’t left home since. When a blistering drought forces her to…
71st Golden Globe Awards Nominations
Just an hour or so ago the Hollywood Foreign Press Association announce their nominations for the 71st annual Golden Globes, celebrating the year of 2013 in film and television. I have always loved the Golden Globes not because I take…
Ally’s Movie Review: American Hustle
I didn’t enjoy this movie. I’ll preface what I’m about to say by making sure it’s known that I didn’t think it was a bad film–there was nothing laughable about it, the acting was solid and the writing got us…
The State of Race in YA Literature
Look for the minorities. Oh wait, there aren’t any! This is a state of race. This is a worthwhile fight. Race is a ruthless case. Unless you change the status quo. (Reworded lyrics to Taylor Swift’s State of Grace) To…
2013 Screen Actors Guild Awards Nominations
Earlier this morning in Los Angeles, California the Screen Actors Guild announced their annual awards in film and television. Being the first out of the gate in terms of major awards shows (versus critic groups) allows you to both make…
‘Edge of Tomorrow’ Trailer is Released
Tom Cruise fans…get ready! The trailer for ‘Edge of Tomorrow‘ was just released by Warner Bros and it is looking great! The film, directed by Doug Liman (Go, Bourne Identity, Jumper) and based on the “All You Need is Kill”…