The Heights

Theatre Professor Jorgensen Ties Teaching and Acting Together

Brooke Kaiserman • September 8, 2019

“I was thinking, ‘Oh man,’ you know, I don’t know if I want to teach or if I want to keep acting,” Jorgensen said. “But for me, I’ve always been very impatient in the sense of, I couldn’t stand the idea that I had to wait for someone to pick me to make art.”

‘Downsizing’ Toys With Heavy Concepts but Buckles Under Its Own Weight

Jacob Schick • December 27, 2017

The newest film from director Alexander Payne, 'Downsizing', lacks narrative cohesion and a smooth transition between ideas.

‘The Great Wall’ Cannot Defend Itself from Tired Blockbuster Tropes

Peter Gavaris – Film Critic • February 26, 2017

New Matt Damon movie 'The Great Wall' goes for a message of loyalty to one's country or cause, but is blocked by the overuse of CGI and graphics.

Ridley Scott Sends Damon To Mars, Thankfully Omits The Aliens

Melissa Abi Jaoude • September 30, 2015

'The Martian' is a casual but still hard-boiled sci-fi film starring Matt Damon surrounded by a capable cast.

The Town: The New Heroes Of Boston’s Film Tradition

Amy Chappelhow • May 1, 2014

Actors, including Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, have paid tribute to their home city, starring in a number of Boston-based movies.