Teresa Aviles

08 Mar 2007

'Black Snake Moan' scores high with reviewers

A question came to me prior to viewing the new movie, “Black Snake Moan.” Does the idea of a petite nymphomaniac (half-naked Christina Ricci) chained up in a house of an old man sell in the box office?

02 Mar 2007

'Reno 911!' goes from TV screen to movie screen

Another Comedy Central favorite-turned-movie is another failed attempt to recreate the show on the big screen. “Reno 911!,” the television version, is a satire of the show “Cops,” with a crooked police force. Laid out in segments of various 911 calls, from domestic disturbance to prostitution, the film uses this style very little. Instead it consists of random events that don’t make any sense.

22 Feb 2007

Childhood favorite comes to life in 'Bridge to Terabithia'

When mention of the new children’s fantasy film, “Bridge to Terabithia,” was made, responses were similar: ‘Oh yeah! I read that book, like, in the sixth grade ... I don’t remember it though.’ Regardless of popular belief, just because the book wasn’t memorable doesn’t mean the movie won’t be great.

15 Feb 2007

'Hannibal Rising' disappointing in the movie's series

As an audience, we are privileged to view the mega milestones of Hannibal’s childhood. From his first taste of blood (literally) to his first home-cooked meal, Hannibal proves he is a blossoming, young monster. “Monster” was a popular name for him, as “evil” or “sick” were understatements.

08 Feb 2007

‘Pan’s Labyrinth’ a hit with reviewing duo

Guillermo del Toro brings fantasy in the form of film once again with an imaginative, yet historical, “Pan’s Labyrinth.” With fairies, fauns, and a Franco-era darkness, young Ivana Baquero, who plays center-stage Ofelia, brings the adult viewers back to a […]

01 Feb 2007

'Smokin' Aces' leaves a number of questions

Our ol’ Van Wilder finally graduated from college and became a cop; a passionate, slightly overdramatic cop. You can always trust this man, whether he is a college-party lover or giving CPR to his fellow FBI agents. Among the unusual […]