Movie Review

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	Title	Date	Summary
1	"The Batman" finds beauty in the darkness Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 118:40, p.4	3/7/2022	Hunter Friesen gives "The Batman" a 4/5 rating; photo.
2	Ranking this year's Best Picture nominee Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 118:39, p.5	3/3/2022	Hunter Friesen gives their ranking of the Oscars' ten Best Picture nominees.
3	Dinklage stops the show in "Cyrano" Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 118:37, p.4	2/24/2022	Hunter Friesen gives their review of "Cyrano" in poem form, rating it a 3.5/5; photo.
4	"Death on the Nile" is a misguided murder mystery Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 118:34, p.4	2/14/2022	"Death on the Nile" does not hold up to its predecessor, "Murder on the Orient Express", earning it a 2/5 rating; photo.
5	2022 Academy award nominations recap Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 118:33, p.5	2/10/2022	Hunter Friesen lays out all of the above-the-line categories and their nominees for the Academy Awards.
6	2021 Oscar nomination predictions Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 118:32, p.4	2/7/2022	Hunter Friesen gives his predictions for the 2021 Oscar nominations.
7	A report from the 2022 Sundance Film Festival Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 118:30, p.5	1/31/2022	Film Critic Hunter Friesen rates the movies he viewed during the weeklong Sundance Film Festival. Those rated were: "After Yang" (4/5), "Dual" (4/5), "Happening" (4/5), "Cha Cha Real Smooth" (3.5/5), "Resurrection" (3/5), "Call Jane" (2.5/5), and "Honk For Jesus, Save Your Soul" (2.5/5).
8	Ten best films of 2021 Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 118:28, p.5	1/24/2022	Hunter Friesen gives a list of what he believes to be the ten best movies of the year. He also includes five of the worst films of the year and his best film honorable mentions; photo.
9	Winter break movie reviews Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 118:28, p.5	1/24/2022	Hunter Friesen reviews the movies they viewed over winter break.
10	Campion's "Power of the Dog" reinvents the western genre Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 118:27, p.4	12/6/2021	Jane Campion's "The Power of the Dog" receives a 4 out of 5 rating from Hunter Friesen; photo.
11	We are thankful for films Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 118:26, p.4	12/2/2021	Hunter Friesen gives thanks to the five movies he watched over Fall Break; photo.
12	'The French Dispatch', Wes Anderson's masterpiece Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 118:23, p.4	11/15/2021	Hunter Friesen reviews Wes Anderson's new film, "The French Dispatch", rewarding it a 5/5 rating; photo.
13	'Eternals' just another cog in the Marvel machine Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 118:21, p.4	11/8/2021	Hunter Friesen reviews the newest Marvel film, "Eternals". He rates it 3/5; photo.
14	Dreams turn to disappointment Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 118:19, p.4	11/1/2021	Hunter Friesen reviews Edgar Wright's new film, "Last Night in Soho", giving it a 3/5 rating; photo.
15	"Dune" is a grand disappointment Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 118:17, p.4	10/25/2021	Hunter Friesen discusses the new movie adaption of the novel "Dune", which he rated a 3/5; photo.
16	"The Last Duel": A modern medieval epic Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 118:15, p.4	10/18/2021	Hunter Friesen reviews Ridley Scott's new film, "The Last Duel", starring Matt Damon, Jodie Comer, and Adam Driver in the three main roles. Friesen rates the movie 4/5, stating that it is one of Scott's finest films; photo.
17	Venom: A Carnage of Quality Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 118:11, p.4	10/4/2021	Film Critic Hunter Friesen gives a scathing review of the movie, "Venom: Let There Be Carnage", giving it a 1.5/5 rating; photo.
18	2021 summer movie preview Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 117:50, p.05	4/15/2021	The author reviews the biggest upcoming movies that will be released throughout the 2021 summer. With more vaccines being administered and movie theaters starting to reopen, the author hopes many of these movies will be seen in the cinema.
19	'Godzilla vs Kong' is exactly what it needs to be Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 117:47, p.05	4/5/2021	The author reviews the movie 'Godzilla vs Kong'. Despite the author believing the characters weren't given enough time which made them less memorable, he strongly praises the visual effects, sound work, and the amount of action in the movie; photo.
20	'The Father' teaches through tears Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 117:46, p.09	4/1/2021	The author reviews the movie 'The Father' starring Anthony Hopkins and states it is a superb film about dementia that may hit too close to home; photo.
21	Finally, 'Justice League' is enjoyable Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 117:44, p.05	3/25/2021	The author reviews the original director, Zack Snyder's, cut of the movie "Justice League". Due to a family tragedy and the Warner Brothers bringing in another director, Snyder's original version of the movie was never brought to theaters. However after many years, due to the fans demands and Snyder's determination, his original version was restored and released to the public; photo.
22	2021 Oscar nominations recap Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 117:42, p.05	3/18/2021	The author summarizes the 2021 Oscars nominations and gives their own analysis of who was nominated and who wasn't; photo.
23	'Chaos Walking' is just white noise Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 117:40, p.05	3/11/2021	The author reviews the dystopian fantasy movie 'Chaos Walking' and says that they wish this wasn't the first movie they saw in theatres after they reopened; photo.
24	"Judas" invigorates Fred Hampton's legacy Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 117:31, p.05	2/8/2021	Hunter Friesen reviews the biopic "Judas and the Black Messiah." Friesen gives the film 4.5/5 paws.
25	'Borat 2' is a funny retread Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 117:23, p.05	11/5/2020	Hunter Friesen gives a lukewarm rating of Sacha Baron Cohen's new movie "Borat Subsequent Moviefilm" Friesen gives and overall rating of 3.5/5 paw prints.
26	Film review: stars shine in "Boys in the Band" Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 117:14, p.5	10/5/2020	"Boys in the Band" is a film staged in New York featuring seven gay friends getting ready for a birthday party. Friesen believes this is an astounding stage-to-screen adaptation that is relevant in today's society and scores a 4 out of 5.
27	Netflix movie 'Enola Holmes' is clever fun. Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 117:13, p.4	10/1/2020	The author gives their review of the Netflix film 'Enola Holmes'.
28	Winter break film review roundup Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 116:28, p.04	1/16/2020	Hunter Friesen had a busy holiday break and went to the movie theater and reviewed the films he watched. Each film he reviewed was on a scale from 0 to 5 Paw Prints. "Cats" (2017) was a strange film with 97% of the film sung rather than spoken. It received mixed reviews and feedback from watchers. 2.5/5 Paw Prints. "Star Wars: Episode IX: Rise of Skywalker" was the final film in a disappointing trilogy. The cast was the best part of the film. 3/5 Paw Prints. "Bombshell" was a well written and spiritual sequel to 2015's "The Big Short." The film highlighted the toxic culture within Fox News. 3.5/5 Paw Prints. "1917" is the best film of the year on a purely technical level. The film carried a tone that resonated with the audience as the story of two characters plagued by World War I as they rush to save the Allies. 4/5 Paw Prints. “Little Women" was a gift delivered on Christmas Day. Based on Louisa May Alcott's novel of the same name. Friesen claimed, 'Everything about this film is perfect in its special way. This is the best film of the year and one of the best ever seen." 5/5 Paw Prints.
29	Scorsese crafts crime epic 'Irishman' Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 116:26, p.04	12/9/2019	Film review of the Netflix film"The Irishman".The critic gave the film an overall rating of 4.5/5 paws.
30	McKellen vs Mirren in 'Good Liar' Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 116:24, p.04	11/21/2019	Hunter Friesen reviews ‘Jojo Rabbit’ (2019). The movie was about London octogenarian Roy Courtnay, played by Ian McKellen, who is a career con man. One day, while using an online dating scam, he meets Betty McLeish, played by Helen Mirren. The two hit it off and Courtnay finds out she is worth three million pounds. He then plans to steal her money but a plethora of conflicts make it much harder. Frieson rates the directing, writing, acting, and the overall film on a scale from 0 to 5. Friesen rated the film overall 3.5/5 paw prints.
31	Meyers delivers laughs in 'Lobby Baby' Leitner--Gabrielle (Student--2017) Northern Iowan 116:23, p.05	11/18/2019	"Late Night" host Seth Meyers released his first comedy special, "Seth Meyers: Lobby Baby," on Netflix. NI Executive Editor Gabrielle Leitner gives her take on the production.
32	'Jojo Rabbit' comically attacks Nazis Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 116:22, p.04	11/14/2019	Hunter Friesen reviews ‘Jojo Rabbit’ (2019). The movie was about Jojo Betzler a young German boy that is very involved in the Hitler Youth. His patriotism runs so high Adolf Hitler himself acts as his imaginary friend. This becomes more complicated when Jojo finds out his mother hid a young Jewish girl named Elsa in their walls. Now Jojo’s conflicted over his national ideas or if he must make new ones. This film is a comedy. Frieson rates the directing, writing, acting, and the overall film on a scale from 0 to 5. Friesen rated the film overall 4/5 paw prints.
33	'Dark Fate' can't revive tired franchise Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 116:20, p.04	11/7/2019	Hunter Friesen reviews "Terminator: Dark Fate" (2019). The movie was set in a present where Judgment Day never happened. The film opens in Mexico City where two robots from opposite sides arrive from the future. One will protect the target Dani Ramos, who in the future will lead the human resistance against the robot overlords, and the other will attempt to kill her. Frieson rates the directing, writing, acting, and the overall film on a scale from 0 to 5. Friesen rated the film overall 2.5/5 paw prints.
34	'Joker' clowns around with message Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 116:12, p.04	10/10/2019	Hunter Friesen reviews 'Joker'. Frieson rates the directing, writing, acting, and the overall film on a scale from 0 to 5 paw prints (in lieu of the typical star usually associated with ratings). Friesen rated the film over all 3/5 paw prints.
35	'Ad Astra' tells human story on cosmic level Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 116:7, p.05	9/23/2019	Hunter Friesen reviews 'Ad Astra.' Frieson rates the directing, writing, acting, and the overall film on a scale from 0 to 5. Friesen rated the film overall 4.5/5 paw prints.
36	Scafaria's 'Hustlers' make it rain Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 116:5, p.05	9/16/2019	Hunter Friesen reviews 'Hustlers' (2019). Frieson rates the directing, writing, acting, and the overall film on a scale from 0 to 5. Friesen rated the film over all 4/5 paw prints.
37	"It" sequel is too long for too little Friesen--Hunter (Student--2018) Northern Iowan 116:4, p.04	9/12/2019	Hunter Friesen reviews It: Chapter 2 (2019), a movie based on Stephen King's novel "It." Frieson rates the directing, writing, acting, and the overall film on a scale from 0 to 5. Friesen rated the film overall 3/5 paw prints.

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