Lessons from Dead Poets Society
Thirty-six years after its release, I recently had the opportunity to watch one of the cult classic back-to-school films, Dead Poets Society. Although filmed more…
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The controversies of the 97th Academy Awards
It’s the biggest night in Hollywood — the night when new stars are born and established greats cement their legacies. The Academy Awards, commonly known…
Captain America: Bland old world or is there more to it?
Like most people, I consumed my fair share of Marvel entertainment as a child. Although I was never a comic book reader, I have fond…
Foodfight! and the appeal of abysmal art
When Lawrence Kasanoff made plans in 1999 to direct an animated movie, his goal was to make his company, Threshold Entertainment, “the next Pixar.” The…
‘90s kids, prepare to be disappointed by Disney
If you enjoyed the 1994 Disney movie The Lion King for its charming 2D animation, catchy musical numbers and heartwarming coming-of-age story, then you might…
Conclave explores secrecy in the Vatican (spoilers ahead)
When a pope resigns or dies, a papal conclave is held to gather cardinals from around the world to elect a new pope. This is…
Bon Cop, Bad Cop unites Ontarians and Quebecers
Quebec and the rest of Canada have been at odds for many years over issues such as Quebec separatism and perceived encroachment by Canada on…
Movie review of The Wild Robot
A friend invited me to see The Wild Robot on a Friday night. I had seen that the film’s ratings were extremely high, so I…
What is your Roman Empire?
Last year, a social media trend emerged where TikTok users asked their boyfriends and husbands how often they thought about the Roman Empire. To their…
Bombay Bicycle Club, ‘Fantasies’ — 4/5 stars
Bombay Bicycle Club and I have a complicated relationship. I never talk about them being a favourite of mine when in heated discussions about music….