Cedar N. Goslin The Broadside The train of mass-produced forgettable films paraded in front of us since CGI’s domination of the animation industry was interrupted on Feb. 17 by the release of “The Secret World of Arrietty.” Audiences in theatres traded in fart jokes for wit, recycled characters and plots for a coming of age [...] [...more]
Andrew Mayhill Isaac Newby The Broadside Every year filmmakers and actors from around the world hope their work is recognized by taking home the most prestigious award in film: an Oscar. The 84th annual Academy awards are approaching. This past year was great for film and now it’s time to see who will go home [...] [...more]
Andrew Mayhill The Broadside Set in Hawaii, Alexander Payne directs a humorous and tragic tale of grief and reconciliation with “The Descendants.” George Clooney stars as Matt King, a wealthy lawyer emotionally detached from his wife and two daughters. Matt is forced to reconnect with his daughters when his wife suffers a severe boating [...] [...more]
