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Daily Sundial

The student media organization of California State University Northridge

Daily Sundial

The student media organization of California State University Northridge

Daily Sundial

Why you should enroll in ‘Monsters University’

Natalie Rivera June 22, 2013

Making a prequel based on a film that was a huge success by a movie company that has a reputation for making some of the best animated films, is no walk around the park. Yet, this challenge was met gracefully...

‘G.I Joe: Retaliation’ was dull, as expected

Spencer Kilgore March 29, 2013

The blockbuster based on Hasbro Toys’ action figures that is “G.I. Joe: Retaliation,” in theaters tomorrow, March 28, is almost guaranteed to mind-numbingly help it’s viewers forget any and all...

“The Vow” disappoints romance fans

Fredy Tlatenchi February 14, 2012

In “The Vow“, Rachel McAdams and Channing Tatum play a young married couple in love that lose it all after deciding to have sex while driving. Thus begins this years Valentine’s Day drama, narrated...

Latest ‘Jane Eyre’ adaptation explores the dark side of love

Sharon Hardwick May 5, 2011

It’s the book that’s been adapted countless times: a mini-series, radio shows, plays, television shows and, of course, movies. Those born between 1915 and 2011 should have a rough idea what “Jane...

New movie explores ‘Limitless’ brain power

Cheryl Giraud March 17, 2011

The idea that humans only use a fraction of our brains, whether true or not, suggests an untapped mind power waiting to be harnessed. Using this as its premise, the new action thriller, “Limitless,”...

Oscar spotlight on ‘The Social Network’: we “like” it

Kristin Hugo February 17, 2011

I was afraid that “The Social Network” (now available on DVD and Blu-Ray) would be just another documentary leeching off of the popularity of the latest big thing. Instead, the film has story substance...

Black Swan review

Black Swan review

Marina D. Sandoval February 10, 2011

In a world where ballet is serene and beautiful, “Black Swan” portrays a conflicting world of darkness. This thriller, directed by Darren Aronofsky, intensely focuses on the physical and psychological...

Actors shine in ‘Blue Valentine’

Jeff Ishuninov January 27, 2011

Strong performances by Ryan Gosling and Michelle Williams highlight a controversial marital story in “Blue Valentine.” Multiple nominations in different film festivals and award ceremonies, including...

“Somewhere” a benefit to Sofia Coppola’s burgeoning career

John Michael Simko December 17, 2010

The simplistic subtly showcased in “Somewhere” solidifies Sofia Coppola as a bonafide filmmaker. Rarely does a director rebound so successfully and gracefully from a film like “Marie Antoinette.”...

Kevin Spacey makes “Casino Jack” a movie worth seeing

John Michael Simko December 6, 2010

Very few actors can capture compelling, conniving characters effectively. Yet Kevin Spacey succeeds once more in a memorable performance as Jack Abramoff in “Casino Jack.” Like Humphrey Bogart, Alec...

“The Fighter” scores points with strong cast and story

Tyler Ross December 6, 2010

Bonded brothers overcome all obstacles in “The Fighter” to achieving a solid knockout and persevere in trying to make boxing history. Director of the film “Three Kings,” David O. Russell delivers...

“Black Swan” delivers a strong movie with few shortcomings

John Michael Simko December 1, 2010

Sleek, sexy and sophisticated, Darren Aronofsky’s “Black Swan” soars as a modern day masterpiece. Aronofsky brilliantly cast charismatic Natalie Portman in the devastating, dark role of ballerina...

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