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Will “Halloween” finally end?

Will “Halloween” finally end?

(Photo courtesy of Slash Film) “”Halloween Ends” hits theaters and the paid tier of Peacock on October 14.” Steven O’Hara Connector Editor Michael Myers returns in the upcoming installment of the “Halloween” franchise, “Halloween Ends.” Set to premiere in theaters and stream simultaneously on paid tiers of Peacock on October 14, 2022, this highly anticipated

“Smile” will leave you doing just that

(Photo courtesy of MOVIES and MANIA) “”Smile” has been number 1 at the United States box office for two weeks.” Steven O’Hara Connector Editor “Smile” is the newest big title from the horror movie genre and released Friday on September 30th. This movie was written and directed by Parker Finn, a renowned horror film screenwriter,

Don’t worry about rushing out to theaters: “Don’t Worry Darling” doesn’t live up to hype

(Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures) “Don’t Worry Darling is Harry Styles’ first movie with a leading role.” Troy Lafond Connector Editor After releasing the critically acclaimed and excellent coming of age comedy “Booksmart”, director Olivia Wilde shifted gears to make her sophomore outing a thriller. “Don’t Worry Darling” had a lot going for it:

Say yes to Jordan Peele’s “Nope”

(Photo courtesy of Duluth News Tribune) Jordan Peele’s newest smash hit has arrived in cinemas everywhere. Kyra Barry Connector Editor Mild spoilers for Jordan Peele’s Nope.   Jordan Peele’s latest effort presents the audience with a straightforward narrative of folks out in the country dealing with a UFO, but those familiar with Peele’s work have gotten used

“Avatar” flies back into theaters ahead of hotly-anticipated sequel

(Photo courtesy of IMDB) James Cameron’s 2009 spectacle is out again in theaters everywhere. Sohini Nath Connector Staff 2009’s hit blockbuster “Avatar,” directed by James Cameron, is finally getting a sequel after almost fifteen years, called “Avatar: The Way of Water.” The release date was originally set for December 2021, but due to the ongoing

Sleeper director’s film turns 20, upon covering a 70 year old narrative about a very ‘Quiet American’

(Photo Courtesy of Miramax Films) “The Quiet American” celebrates the 20th Anniversary of it’s initial theatrical release. Harrison Lee Connector Editor Director Phillip Noyce may not be one of the most prominent names when it comes to filmmaking. However, the working man behind “Patriot Games,” “Clear and Present Danger” and “Salt” has produced quite a

“The Lost City” Strikes Gold

(Photo Courtesy of Fortis Films) “The Lost City” was released on March 12. Troy Lafond Connector Editor “The Lost City”, starring Sandra Bullock, Channing Tatum and Daniel Radcliffe, is one of the best surprises of 2022 thus far. Released on March 25, this romantic adventure-comedy follows a reclusive, washed-up author (Bullock), kidnapped by a billionaire

Elvis Presley will be getting his own biopic in theaters this summer

(Photo Courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures) “Elvis”, directed by Baz Luhrmann will release on June 24. A young Elvis Presley takes the stage nervously, wearing a bright pink, two-piece outfit. His dark-colored hair slicked back with grease, except for a few lone bangs on his forehead. “Get a haircut buttercup,” a heckler yells from the