‘The Grey’ is a prime example of cinematic storytelling
A new gritty survival film demonstrates how a movie is supposed be made, complete with stellar acting, great cinematography and visual effects.
‘Unitards’ is a disappointment to Utah
New high school comedy fails to entertain Globe film critic Joseph Meyere.
‘Celeste and Jesse Forever’ is a comedy worthy of Sundance
Comedies with romance almost always capture the beginning of a relationship. The romantic part is usually a combination of one character trying to get...
The Weekly Reel: From page to projector
A brief look at the translation of books to the silver screen.
Important documentary premieres at Sundance
In May of 1993 three eight-year-old boys, Christopher Byers, Steven Branch and Michael Moore, were found dead in West Memphis, Arkansas. Three innocent teenage...
‘Arbitrage’ is proof you can’t get something for nothing
For those not majoring in economics, arbitrage is essentially defined as a deal in which there is potentially no risk of loss. It sounds...
‘Contraband’ just another action movie
Films in which the protagonist is a criminal are always an interesting thing to watch. When we really think about it, we know that...
Be prepared to face ‘The Devil Inside’
Is a horror film the best way to kick off the New Year? Paramount seems to think so. Given that the holidays are over...
‘Versa Effect’ is a funny addition to the body switch genre
“Versa Effect,” a "Freaky Friday" film of awkward proportions, is set in the environment of two feuding teachers caught in the grips of Murphy’s...
SLCC students to make their mark at Tower Theatre
Two Salt Lake Community College students who are first-time directors of documentaries have been picked to have their films premiere this week. Films will...
‘The Muppets’ return in style
Unlike most of the people this movie is marketed towards, my familiarity with Jim Henson’s lovable icons, The Muppets, is somewhat small. It only...
Sneak peek at upcoming movies
With Thanksgiving here and the end of semester only a few short weeks away, it’s time to take a look at a few upcoming...