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Vote Yes on Measure V: Empowering True Representation and Building an Inclusive Watsonville

October 4, 2024

Let’s Build a Stronger Watsonville Together – Vote YES on Measure V

Is freedom more than an illusion?

Addressing homelessness in Watsonville: A call to action

Theo Wierdsma column: Counting the votes

Movie Review: All flash, no substance: 'Kong: Skull Island' underwhelming

March 14, 2017

If you are looking for destructive beast-vs-beast action you won’t be disappointed. If you’re looking for story, character development or good pacing and dialogue, you will be left wanting your money back.

Movie Review: 'Moonlight' lives up to lofty expectations

March 9, 2017

“Moonlight,” which is based off Tarell Alvin McCraney’s play “In Moonlight Black Boys Look Blue,” does not come without flaws but I think that’s the purpose of this film.

Movie Review: 'Rings':First you watch it. Then you die… of boredom

March 9, 2017

Director F. Javier Gutiérrez’s “Rings” is a disappointing disaster.

Movie Review: ‘John Wick: Chapter 2’ more of the same, in a good way

March 9, 2017

Is the sequel, “John Wick: Chapter 2,” better than the first? No. But it is nonetheless a whimsical and unpredictable dose of high-octane action that will leave you with your mouth open time and again.

Movie Review: 'A Cure for Wellness' not quite a comeback for Verbinski

March 9, 2017

“A Cure for Wellness” is not quite what I expected or would have wished for from Verbinski, but it challenged me enough that I can say I’m excited for him to do something similar but not as convoluted or heavy.

Movie Review: Risk-taking 'Get Out' is a masterpiece

March 9, 2017

Jordan Peele’s directorial debut is a masterpiece that doesn’t rely on crappy special effects, funhouse jump scares or cheap and dated plot twists

March 9, 2017

Director James Mangold's second dive into the X-Men world is a deep and honest cut into the character of Wolverine/Logan, the persecution that comes with being different or misunderstood and one's ability to hurt, forgive and move on.

Movie Review: McAvoy shines in so-so ‘Split’

March 8, 2017

If there’s any doubt that James McAvoy is one of the best actors working in Hollywood today, “Split” serves as a testament to his overwhelming talent and devotion to every role he takes.

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Opinion

Vote Yes on Measure V: Empowering True Representation and Building an Inclusive Watsonville

Let’s Build a Stronger Watsonville Together – Vote YES on Measure V

Is freedom more than an illusion?

Addressing homelessness in Watsonville: A call to action

Theo Wierdsma column: Counting the votes

Movie Review: All flash, no substance: 'Kong: Skull Island' underwhelming

Movie Review: 'Moonlight' lives up to lofty expectations

Movie Review: 'Rings':First you watch it. Then you die… of boredom

Movie Review: ‘John Wick: Chapter 2’ more of the same, in a good way

Movie Review: 'A Cure for Wellness' not quite a comeback for Verbinski

Movie Review: Risk-taking 'Get Out' is a masterpiece

Movie Review: 'Logan' is perfect, well-earned send off for Jackman

Movie Review: McAvoy shines in so-so ‘Split’

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