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'Star Trek Into Darkness' Movie Review: J.J. Abrams Film Explores Uncharted Space

'Star Trek Into Darkness' Movie Review: J.J. Abrams Film Explores Uncharted Space

"Star Trek Into Darkness" has less to do with space than the people who traverse it and is a study of what drives us in the face of despair: family, obsession, justice.

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Would This 1946 Oscar Winner Still Win Best Picture Today? Yes

Would This 1946 Oscar Winner Still Win Best Picture Today? Yes

In my quest to become a movie buff, I'm watching and reviewing every Best Picture winner. This week's pick is "Best Years of Our Lives," and the plot would definitely resonate with viewers today.

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'Brave' Merida: Disney Redesign Of Character Ruins Film's Message

'Brave' Merida: Disney Redesign Of Character Ruins Film's Message

Disney's redesign of Merida from the film "Brave" undermines the progressive messages of the film and supports problematic ideals of beauty and feminine fulfillment.

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Jurassic Park 3D: Why Triple D's Don't Excite Me Anymore

Jurassic Park 3D: Why Triple D's Don't Excite Me Anymore

A year after Martin Scorsese said he wished "Taxi Driver" could have been filmed in 3D, the technology has gone from being an industry game changer to an expensive novelty.

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Christopher Nolan James Bond Film: Why He Won't Direct It

Christopher Nolan James Bond Film: Why He Won't Direct It

Nolan is past the fancy franchise stage in his career ... at least I hope.

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'Star Trek Into Darkness' Movie: Who Will It Appeal to?

'Star Trek Into Darkness' Movie: Who Will It Appeal to?

Trekkies or Noobs and does it even actually matter?

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This Ancient War Movie Would Make the Perfect Script For a Gay Hollywood Action Hero

This Ancient War Movie Would Make the Perfect Script For a Gay Hollywood Action Hero

As a heterosexual male who finds most musical theater annoying, I want to know why Hollywood hasn't written a gay character as the hero of my favorite film genre: the war epic?

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'The Great Gatsby' Movie Review: Carey Mulligan's Daisy Buchanan No Role Model

'The Great Gatsby' Movie Review: Carey Mulligan's Daisy Buchanan No Role Model

Does it make sense for girls to look up to "The Great Gatsby" character Daisy Buchanan? Yes. Should they? Absolutely not.

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