Amici’s Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant Review

Amici’s Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant Review

Written by Giovanna Di Giacomo

Illustration by Madison Otten

Hungry for some local comfort Italian food? Amici’s Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant is the perfect place to visit. Amici’s is a family-owned restaurant that has been around since the 1970s. I grew up eating there with my family, and I haven’t seen its business slow. I chose to review this place, because even though it has turned into a sort of tradition for me, its food and environment can be hit or miss. Continue reading Amici’s Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant Review

Defending the Disc– A Meditation on Physical Media 

Defending the Disc– A Meditation on Physical Media 

Written by Drew Lascot

The Criterion Collection. Arrow Films. Eureka Entertainment. Shout! Factory. Vinegar Syndrome. Blue Underground. AGFA. Synapse. Grindhouse Releasing. Severin Films..

These are names less familiar than the likes of Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, or HBO Now, catering to a niche once served by Suncoast, Hollywood Video, and of course, Blockbuster. Continue reading Defending the Disc– A Meditation on Physical Media 

Midsommar: Disturbing, Shocking, and Unsettling in the Best Way Possible

Written by Matt Cunningham 

People typically think of horror movies having cliches, such as ghosts, stupid characters, blood, gore, and demonic possessions. Midsommar is not the typical horror film. Writer and director Ari Aster returns to the big screen for his second film. Following the critical success of Hereditary, Aster had a lot to live up to with Midsommar. Continue reading Midsommar: Disturbing, Shocking, and Unsettling in the Best Way Possible

Dark Phoenix Rises in Spectacular Fashion

Dark Phoenix Rises in Spectacular Fashion

Written by Matt Cunningham

After nearly 20 years of films involving iconic characters such as Wolverine, Magneto, and Charles Xaiver (Professor X), the X-Men franchise comes to an end with Dark Phoenix. The film was released for an opening night fan event on June 6 and officially released nationwide on June 7. The film’s all-star cast includes James McAvoy, (Split, The Chronicles of Narnia, and Atomic Blonde) Sophie Turner, (Game of Thrones, X-Men Apocalypse, and Josie) Nicholas Hoult (Tolkien, Mad Max: Fury Road, and Clash of the Titans) and Michael Fassbender (300, Alien: Covenant, and Inglorious Basterds). The movie was written and directed by Simon Kinberg, making this his directorial debut. Continue reading Dark Phoenix Rises in Spectacular Fashion

Memoirs Of A Geisha Review

Memoirs Of A Geisha Review

Written by Hayley Hunt

People expect Japanese-themed movies nowadays to be either a comedy, such as Adrift In Tokyo, or anime, like Howl’s Moving Castle. Not many people expect Japanese movies to take place during the 1920’s; however, Arthur Golden decided to write a novel, which dived into the world of geisha.  Director Rob Marshall and screenwriter Robin Swicord made Golden’s imagination come to life in the heart-wrenching movie Memoirs Of A Geisha. Continue reading Memoirs Of A Geisha Review

Kiko’s Authentic Mexican Food

Kiko’s Authentic Mexican Food

Written by Omar Zapata

Illustration by Madison Otten

Nestled in the heart of Brighton, Kiko’s Authentic Mexican Food provides a great and affordable dining experience for those seeking authentic Mexican cuisine and a family-friendly environment. Since its opening on July 7, 2012, the family-owned restaurant has tried to maintain its mission of delighting the local community with good customer service and food. Continue reading Kiko’s Authentic Mexican Food

Main Street Cafe Review

Main Street Cafe Review

Written by Sulema Lopez

Illustration by Madison Otten

Living in a small town like Brighton doesn’t leave many options for decent non-chain restaurants. Finding a good restaurant with home style cooking usually requires venturing into the ‘big city.’ Main Street Café has filled that gap with delicious home style breakfast and lunch options. With Google Reviews of 4.5 out of 5 stars speaking for the quality of the restaurant, you can’t pass on the opportunity to stop in the next time you’re in Brighton. Continue reading Main Street Cafe Review