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Five November films worth revisiting

Five November films worth revisiting

(Photo courtesy of Universal Television) “Duel” (1971) was Steven Spielberg’s directorial debut. Emily Teague Connector Editor November movie releases have become a popular choice for films hoping to take advantage of the month’s promising history of bringing in lots of viewers. Looking back at movie releases of Novembers past, there are plenty of titles that

‘Ready Player One’ makes the audience ready to be done

“Ready Player One” is based on the 2011 novel of the same name, which was written by Ernest Cline. (Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures) Owen Johnson Connector Editor “Spielberg has done it again!” several critics have raved about “Ready Player One.” If by this they mean he made another mediocre film that is below

‘The Post’ could have used more copy editing

“The Post” is nominated for two Academy Awards, including Best Picture. (Photo courtesy of Dreamworks Pictures) Owen Johnson Connector Editor For a historical drama, “The Post” had a lot going in its favor. Steven Spielberg has directed a number of quality historical dramas in the past, from “Schindler’s List” to “Lincoln.” Meryl Streep and Tom