Writer: Albert Alvarado Amparo
Scream queen lead, high stakes in ‘Ready or Not 2’ keep blood pounding
Six years after its precursor, “Ready or Not 2: Here I Come” returns with bigger locations, higher stakes and an excess of blood, wasting no time. Read More »
‘Hoppers’ weaves love for nature, societal awareness in lesson to youth
Pixar brings a rare return to feel-good and family-friendly originals with the release of “Hoppers.” Read More »
Vacant script hinders ‘How to Make a Killing’ despite comedy-thriller assets
Glen Powell's performance in “How to Make a Killing” was undermined by a half-baked story, our columnist says. Read More »
‘Relentless’ amplifies community voices through fictitious boxing legend
When Syracuse Stage Artistic Director Robert Hupp learned about “Relentless,” he knew the play would be important to amplify Black voices. Read More »
‘Resurrection’ traverses sci-fi dreamscapes, honors Chinese storytelling
Bi Gan’s fourth directorial feature, "Resurrection," intertwines six mini movies within the film, displaying narrative and technical maturity. Read More »
‘Hamnet’ tenderly grapples acceptance, change in naturalistic adaptation
“Hamnet” is one of the best films of the decade, our columnist says. With spectacle, deep themes and a star-studded cast, the fictional retelling of William Shakespeare’s life is director Chloé Zhao’s best work. Read More »