The Admiral: Pub, Drums and Food (2018)

This comedy brings a big surprise to Josh and his family when they move to New York City and struggle to adapt to their new friend.

Why did Māhū, a term once respected in Hawaiian culture, become so controversial?

A historic documentary about the iconic Disney character gives viewers a glimpse into animation.

This drama film is about Priscilla and Elvis Presley's failed marriage through the lens of the title character.

The social issues The Half of it takes on are handled well, between the antagonization brought on to Ellie for her race and the conflict that arises from her being gay. Both aspects of her character are built up over the course of the film and don’t seem abrupt or rushed. The film shows racism towards Ellie and her and father in varying levels, from having her schoolmates specifically address her as "Chinese girl” to the fore mentioned way her Dad is treated due to language barriers. The same can be said about Ellie being a lesbian. While she never truly “comes out” in the narrative, that does not undermine her journey of self-discovery from being meaningful. These ideas aren’t thrust upon the viewer in a preachy manor, the scenarios that occur feel believable given the rural setting. The film presents watchers with problems whom those like Ellie may face, and leaves us to sit with them and reflect.

Overall, Sand Castle was another lack luster war drama that will eventually fade into the many similar war dramas I have seen throughout my life.