Tag: Central New York
‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ redeems Marvel with family-centric blast
“The Fantastic Four: First Steps” sets the tone for a new era of Marvel, despite rushed cadence and an overloaded narrative, our columnist says. Read More »
Tyler, The Creator pursues danceability in surprise ‘DON’T TAP THE GLASS’ drop
Tyler, The Creator surprised fans by releasing “DON’T TAP THE GLASS” on Monday, encouraging fans to dance along to the 28-minute album. Read More »
Opinion: Gen Z must draw from Mamdani’s bold model of political empathy
Democrats have played it safe for too long, and they are now feeling plummeting credibility. It’s about time we see more politicians like Mamdani, those who are willing to be “radical” and stand up for the working class. Read More »
Which SU freshman dorm do you think 'New Girl' duo Nick and Schmidt lived in?
“New Girl” bromance Nick Miller and Winston Schmidt attended Syracuse University before living in the show’s iconic loft, but where they lived on campus is a mystery. Vote for where you think these SU roommates dormed their freshman year. Read More »
Despite stagnant reboot, ‘Superman’ bodes optimistic dawn of DCU
The first installment of James Gunn and Peter Safran's DC Universe, "Superman," makes the comic books jump off the page, despite an underwhelming central narrative, our columnist says. Read More »
Opinion: Trump mimics Nazi behavior, proof never been so tangible
If the brutality of this “detainment center” doesn’t show Trump supporters that he is following in Hitler’s dictatorial footsteps, then we cannot wait around for them to open their eyes. Read More »
‘One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest’ poignantly critiques healthcare system
“One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” returns to theaters this week to celebrate its 50th anniversary, giving viewers a chance to dig deeper into the complex themes of the movie. Read More »
‘The Bear’ finds its spark again in season of ticking time, unsavory finances
Season 4 of "The Bear" tastefully explores closure, healing and time in the fine dining restaurant, reviving the show from a disappointing third season, our columnist says. Read More »
Lorde’s ‘Virgin’ a personal rebirth, cool older sister to 2017 album
Lorde’s newest album, “Virgin,” stays true to the artist’s sound while exploring changes in her identity and family trauma. Read More »
‘F1’ revs up visual-driven, captivating racing delight
“F1” is authentic to the touch with immersive, captivating visuals and masterful direction, but falls short with a straightforward, lackluster plot. Read More »
Don’t be fooled by box office numbers, ‘Elio’ is Pixar’s best in years
Pixar’s newest release, “Elio,” stands out from recent uninspiring animated movies from the studio, telling a story about belonging in an outer space setting. Read More »
‘Brokeback Mountain’ remains timely reminder of LGBTQ+ progress made, needed
Twenty years after its release, “Brokeback Mountain” remains a necessary and haunting reflection of LGBTQ+ love and loss. Read More »
Opinion: U.S. interference is white supremacy disguised as favors
We can’t allow our country to ceaselessly, throughout decades, disguise pursuit of imperialism as nationalism and supposed “aid.” Read More »
‘28 Years Later’ strands viewers in horror, drama of its apocalyptic world
Danny Boyle’s “28 Years Later” merges apocalyptic horror and contemplative drama in a sequel that stands alone as a story of life in the face of unthinkable death, our columnist says. Read More »
'Materialists’ debriefs love, self-value but lacks deep characters
"Materialists" encourages viewers to challenge societal norms of love and marriage, but falls short in fully developed character arcs, our columnist says. Read More »
Guest Column: Only unmatched American unity can halt Trump's fascist momentum
U.S. citizens have the chance to prevent this rise of fascism in our country from taking complete control. We don’t need to allow Trump to rise to the authoritarian power Hitler had. Read More »
Opinion: Don’t let LA’s protest momentum die. Assembly is our hope for change.
While this administration is trying to instill fear, we can’t allow it. We must continue to use our voices and freedom of speech. Read More »
Gallery: Scenes from nationwide 'No Kings' protest
Gallery: Saturday, June 14, marked the nationwide “No Kings” protest. Thousands assembled in cities across the country, and The Daily Orange put together a coast-to-coast team of photojournalists to cover major locations. Read More »
‘Addison’ radiates dreamlike tunes in impressive music debut, switch from TikTok
Addison Rae, the TikTok sensation turned pop star, reinvents her image in debut album “Addison” with creative instrumentals and a dreamy sound, our columnist says. Read More »
‘The Phoenician Scheme’ embraces vibrant aesthetic to grapple with heavy themes
"The Phoenician Scheme" delivers on the quintessential components of a Wes Anderson film, but without a strong narrative, it relies too heavily on style, our columnist says. Read More »
Opinion: Sweeney’s soap campaign marks a step back for feminism, but it’s not her fault
To oversimplify, money is power. Therefore, women utilizing their sexuality to make money should be powerful. But it isn’t that simple. Read More »
Micron construction stalls again after delay to environmental impact report
Construction for Micron Technology’s semiconductor manufacturing facility was pushed again after delays to its environmental impact report. Read More »
‘Mission Impossible - The Final Reckoning’ ties up loose ends in franchise conclusion
"Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning" is a more than worthy ending to the franchise, with heart-pounding action sequences, tear-jerking moments and slick flashbacks, our columnist says. Read More »