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The State Hornet
Bradley Hinkson

Bradley Hinkson, staff writer

Bradley Hinkson is an opinion beat writer for The State Hornet. Bradley is a film studies major who joined spring 2020 and focuses mostly on film and television reviews. He hopes to one day write film reviews professionally.
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Anthony Hopkins in “The Father”. Hopkins won the Best Actor award at this year’s Oscars but his win left the ceremony on an odd note. Photo courtesy of Sony Pictures Classics.

OPINION: So… those Oscars, huh?

Hollywood’s biggest night left many perplexed by the end
Bradley Hinkson
April 26, 2021

It’s going to be hard to discuss the Oscars without going straight into the ending. To be honest, Anthony Hopkins’ Best Actor win for “The Father” isn’t too surprising or even undeserved....

Evan Jonigkeit as Greg in 20th Century Studios’ THE EMPTY MAN. Photo by Ilze Kitshoff. © 2020 20th Century Studios. All Rights Reserved.

OPINION: It’s time to join the hive of ‘The Empty Man’

A new cult classic is already here
Bradley Hinkson
April 15, 2021
‘The Empty Man’ was released late last year and was met with a disastrous release. Though with it now being more readily available, the film has started to gain a cult audience online and opinion writer Bradley Hinkson is here to discuss why it deserves it.
From left to right, Aquaman, played by Jason Momoa, Wonder Woman, played by Gal Gadot, and Cyborg, played by Ray Fisher, team up in director Zack Snyder's cut of "Justice League." It’s not just the stronger development that brings a lot of emotion in the Snyder Cut, it’s also the way the film explores the idea of finding hope through unity. Photo courtesy of HBO Max.

REVIEW: Yes, ‘Zack Snyder’s Justice League’ rules

Turns out the Snyder Cut wait was worth it
Bradley Hinkson
March 22, 2021
The infamous ‘Snyder Cut’ that has been the talk of the internet for years has finally arrived. Opinion writer Bradley Hinkson discusses the new version of “Justice League” and how it stands as its own strong piece of superhero entertainment.
In celebration of Women's History Month, opinion writer Bradley Hinkson shares his favorite actress performances. Graphic made in Canva.

OPINION: Some of the best actress performances of all time

Celebrate Women’s History Month with these timeless performances
Bradley Hinkson
March 17, 2021
For Women’s History Month, opinion writer Bradley Hinkson lists some of the best performances women have given in film, from Gena Rowlands in “A Woman Under the Influence” to Catherine Deneuve in “The Umbrellas of Cherbourg.”
Frances McDormand stars in "Nomadland," one of the films Bradley Hinkson lists as the best of the year. Photo courtesy of Searchlight Pictures.

OPINION: Best films of 2020

Counting down the bright spots of this crazy year
Bradley Hinkson
December 14, 2020
2020 has been a crazy year for everyone, so thankfully there were a ton of great films to at least make it tolerable for us all. From films like “Nomadland” and “Sound of Metal,” Bradley Hinkson lists the films that felt like bright spots in this unprecedented year.
Graphic made in Canva by Rahul Lal.

REVIEW: ‘The ‘Burbs’ is a delightful dark comedy

The ‘80s cult classic jabs at American suburban life
Bradley Hinkson
October 1, 2020
Tom Hanks has to deal with some neighbors from hell in the 1989 cult classic “The ‘Burbs.” Opinion writer Bradley Hinkson discusses the film’s unique tone and jab at suburbia in his continuation of film recommendations for the spooky season.
BEST UNDERRATED MOVIE: "Moonlight"

BEST UNDERRATED MOVIE: “Moonlight”

‘Moonlight’ is not on this list
Bradley Hinkson
May 4, 2020

Sacramento State students voted “Moonlight” as the Best Underrated Movie in The State Hornet’s annual Best Of Sac State survey.  This surprised me. When was “Moonlight” considered underrated? I...

With many students stuck in "quarantine," opinion writer Bradley Hinkson offers his top choices for movies to watch while stuck at home.

OPINION: Films to watch while stuck at home

Sometimes it's good to let your mind rest
Bradley Hinkson
March 14, 2020

So, it looks like most of us are going to be stuck home for awhile.  Sacramento State has decided to move all classes online for the rest of the semester in an attempt to slow the spread of the coronavirus....

OPINION: Is 'Joker' as smart as it thinks it is?

OPINION: Is ‘Joker’ as smart as it thinks it is?

The dark comic book adaptation seems to think it’s saying more than it actually is
Bradley Hinkson
February 9, 2020

At the beginning of “Joker,” Arthur Fleck, played by Joaquin Phoenix, forces a smile as a single tear falls down his face and in this moment, the whole film encapsulates its theme and meaning. It...

This year marks the 92nd Academy Awards and many actors are in competition to win the coveted golden statue. This year there are some who unfortunately don't have the chance to win, and a lack of diversity among the nominees. Graphic by Kelly Kiernan.

OPINION: The most underappreciated performances left out of the Oscars

A gambling addicted jeweler, a doppelganger and a punk rock addict lead a list of performances ignored by this year’s Oscars.
Bradley Hinkson
February 5, 2020

As with every other year, the nominations for the Oscars leave a lot to be desired. Many films and performances that deserved more recognition didn’t make the final cut. One of the most disappointing...

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