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The Connector’s 2024 Christmas Watchlist

The Connector’s 2024 Christmas Watchlist

(Image courtesy of IMDB.) “Home Alone is just one of the movies we recommend watching this season.” Aaron Preziosi Connector Editor As the end of the semester draws near, and the holidays come closer, the stress of finals and holiday preparations will slowly, but surely, fade into cheer and relaxation. A festive movie always helps

Fall 2024 must-watch movies

(Photo courtesy of IMDB) “As fall approaches, read about some classic spooky movies.” Aaron Preziosi Connector Editor A chill forms in the air, leaves wither and fall from trees, breeze whips through your hair and sends a shiver down your spine… Fall is upon us, meaning Halloween is not far behind. Here are some classic

‘Justice League’ movie does not do the league justice

Director Zach Snyder stepped away from the movie in May 2017, following the death of his daughter. Joss Whedon took over to finish the film. (Courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures) Owen Johnson Connector Editor What do Joel Schumacher’s “Batman & Robin” and Halle Berry’s “Catwoman” have in common? There are two answers to this. One:

‘Murder on the Orient Express’ is mysteriously good

“Murder on the Orient Express” is based on the 1934 Agatha Christie novel of the same name. (Courtesy of 20th Century Fox) Owen Johnson Connector Editor In a surprising turn of events, a movie that is a remake and was relying on its big-name stars to get people into the theaters was better than it

‘Jigsaw’ is a puzzle not worth solving

As of Nov. 12, “Jigsaw” has made $64 million worldwide against a budget of $10 million. (Courtesy of Lionsgate) Eric Smith Connector Contributor After “Saw 3D: The Final Chapter,” the production companies Twisted Pictures and Lionsgate decided to bring back the franchise despite the last film being titled “The Final Chapter.” Like every other “Saw”