Movie review

“Wonder” is an extraordinary film about an extraordinary boy

While Wonder may be directed towards children, the enlightening tone and plot makes it a movie all adults should see at least once...

By The MercuryDecember 6, 2017

Life & Arts

‘Justice League’ riddled with plot holes

The newest DC comics movie, “Justice League”, had good action sequences and fight scenes, but had a disappointing plot and lacked a reason...

By The MercuryDecember 4, 2017

Commentary Life & Arts

‘Orient Express’ lacks closure

“Murder on the Orient Express” is a mystery movie based on the novel of the same name. While it was enjoyable and well-produced,...

By The MercuryNovember 13, 2017

Life & Arts

‘Golden Circle’ falls flat with weak plot

“Kingsman: The Golden Circle” contains intense, violent actions scenes, similar to what made the first so satisfying to watch. Unfortunately, with a predictable...

By The MercuryOctober 2, 2017

Commentary Life & Arts

“Logan Lucky” could be summer classic

“Logan Lucky” is a feel-good, comedic story that never tries its hand at drama. Set in West Virginia, the movie follows the story...

By The MercuryAugust 20, 2017

Commentary Life & Arts

Celestial film lacks plot

As the newest sci-fi flick to hit the big screens, “Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets” can best be described as...

By The MercuryJuly 31, 2017

Action flick stuns with smooth transitions, tasteful music

A car pulls up. The shot changes to that of an iPod. “Bellbottoms” by The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion begins its opening notes....

By The MercuryJuly 3, 2017

Life & Arts

Third ‘Cars’ installment disappoints

As the latest in the recent line of Pixar sequels, “Cars 3” is a mediocre offering from a film studio known for high...

By The MercuryJuly 3, 2017

Life & Arts

‘Wonder Woman’ first glimpse into possible greatness of the DCEU

“Wonder Woman,” the first female-led movie to be released during the current renaissance of superhero movies, produced higher success with critics than the...

By The MercuryJune 7, 2017

‘Dead Men’ tie up loose ends

“Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales” is the fifth movie in the “Pirates of the Caribbean” series. Most of the...

By The MercuryJune 5, 2017

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