Even though summer blockbuster season is now upon us, filmgoers should also take the time to watch and support smaller, independent films. I recently had the privilege to watch Things We Like, a movie by writer, director, and star Adi Jahic about a young woman named Georgia (Emma Kulhman) who decides to skip out on... Continue Reading →
The Last of Us Finale: Look for the Light
After a dramatic recap of all the previous episodes, this episode begins with a pregnant woman, Anna, running into a large house in a field. Her water breaks as she runs up the stairs and blocks the door behind her. Unfortunately, it is not enough because an Infected forces their way into the room. As... Continue Reading →
The Last of Us Episode 8 Recap: When We Are in Need
The audience has had some difficult episodes to watch in this series, but I found this episode the most disturbing. It is the dead of winter. A stranger called David quotes a Bible verse from Revelations, immediately setting the tone for the episode. Anyone with familiarity with Christianity knows that Revelations can be a terrifying... Continue Reading →
The Last of Us Episode 7 Recap: Left Behind
This recent episode of The Last of Us gave the audience a better idea of who and why Ellie is the way she is. In the present, Ellie has dragged Joel to an abandoned house, and Joel is struggling to hold on to his life. He tells her to head back north to Tommy and... Continue Reading →
The Last of Us Episode 4 Recap: Please Hold to My Hand
This time we’re back with Ellie and Joel as they continue their cross-country trek, though this time, it’s made easier by Bill’s truck and supplies. During the first few minutes, there are many genuinely beautiful character moments. Ellie brings out a book of puns that she uses to tease Joel, and she pranks him with... Continue Reading →