Articles by David Hagelgans
Mar. 17, 2017
‘Kong: Skull Island’: Big monkeys, big screen, big fun
“Kong: Skull Island” is a standout from similar movies in its genre for several reasons: not only was it unafraid to take risks, but it…

Feb. 10, 2017
The Internet frontwoman Syd releases sensual solo debut
Since the release of their 2015 album “Ego Death,” the Internet has made a steady rise in popularity, even making their late night debut on…

Jan. 27, 2017
James McAvoy shines in new Shyamalan flick, ‘Split’
Director M. Night Shyamalan has hit his stride since returning to the suspenseful horror he’s been known for since his debut. Following his fairly well…

Jan. 13, 2017
‘Assassin’s Creed’ falls flat, video game fans disappointed
Video games, aside from a few exceptions, do not usually translate well onto the big screen. Unfortunately for Michael Fassbender and Marion Cotillard, this held…

Apr. 22, 2016
Disney brings magic of ‘Jungle Book’ to life with reboot
Released in 2016, “The Jungle Book” is a reimagining of Disney’s classic 1967 film, which itself was based off of the book by the same…

Oct. 30, 2015
Jessica Chastain shines in otherwise dull ‘Crimson Peak’
Writer and director Guillermo del Toro returns to dark fantasy after his break from the genre to do film 2013’s Kaiju action movie, “Pacific Rim.”…

Aug. 21, 2015
‘Man from U.N.C.L.E.’ strikes nice balance of comedy and action
As it stands, “The Man From U.N.C.L.E” will become one of the most overlooked movies of the year. Directed by Guy Ritchie, most widely known…

Jul. 24, 2015
LeBron steals spotlight in Schumer’s crude ‘Trainwreck’
“Trainwreck” is a pleasant surprise for a movie with a name that is just too easy pick on. Director Judd Apatow, writer, director and producer…

May. 29, 2015
Remake of ‘Poltergeist’ proves totally unnecessary
Gil Kenan’s “Poltergeist” is the lackluster remake of the 1982 classic that no one asked for. Kenan, director of 2006’s “Monster House” and 2008’s “City…

Apr. 17, 2015
Netflix’s ‘Daredevil’ is latest addition to Marvel universe
As Marvel’s newest venture into televised adaptions, “Daredevil” is the dark and gritty answer to its more adult audience’s prayers. The Netflix series focuses on…
