Tag: movie column
‘The Gorge’ delivers superb cinematography, lacks emotional punch
Scott Derrickson's latest film, "The Gorge," has all the elements of a dynamic, genre-blurring thriller, yet it doesn't fully succeed on its ambitious promise. Read More »
‘Plainclothes’ premieres Syracuse-based story to sold-out audience
Syracuse-based film "Plainclothes" premiered Sunday at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Read More »
Syracuse-based film 'Plainclothes' set to premiere at Sundance Film Festival
"Plainclothes" pulls from director Carmen Emmi’s personal experiences growing up in Syracuse. Read More »
'The Room Next Door’ uses over-the-top dialogue but lacks thematic depth
Pedro Almodóvar’s “The Room Next Door” uses camp and over-the-top dialogue but lacks thematic depth. Read More »
50 years later, ‘The Godfather Part II' proves its timeless legacy
Francis Ford Coppola’s “The Godfather Part II” explores complex themes of morality, corruption and criminality through emotional acting performances. Read More »
'Interstellar' explores humanity in higher resolution 10 years later
A decade after its premiere in theaters, Christopher Nolan’s “Interstellar” maintains reflexivity and reminds viewers of their humanity. Read More »
‘We Live In Time’ is an effectively heartbreaking British drama
Director John Crowley’s movie, “We Live in Time,” explores the decade-long romance of the lead characters, Almut and Tobias. Read More »
Striking accuracy, artistry in ‘Saturday Night’ outweighs its weak spots
Jason Reitman’s film, “Saturday Night,” may be the best film of the year, according to our movie columnist. The movie's fast-paced score matches its enticing tone. Read More »
'The Penguin' serves a refreshing take on the iconic character
Episode one of Max’s “The Penguin” featured a fresh approach to the iconic DC Comics character and set high standards for the remainder of the series. Read More »
'Deadpool & Wolverine' acts as franchise tribute, sends MCU fans down memory lane
Deadpool and Wolverine join forces in this franchise send-off, delivering fan-favorite moments of the Marvel Cinematic Universe while setting the stage for a new era. Read More »
‘Sasquatch Sunset’ examines connection between nature, the human condition
The Zellner Brothers’ “Sasquatch Sunset” portrays Sasquatches with human-like characteristics to connect with viewers and create a fascinating experience. Read More »
‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ finale redeems Larry David from botched ‘Seinfeld’ ending
Larry David directly says that the “Curb Your Enthusiasm” ending is what “Seinfeld” should have done. Because of his redemption, David’s career is one of the best in the sitcom genre. Read More »
Dev Patel directorial debut, ‘Monkey Man,’ is no ordinary revenge film
“Monkey Man” depicts its main character, Kid, seeking revenge. Dev Patel, the star and director, created fight scenes inspired by his love of martial arts. Read More »
After 20 years, ‘Elf’ is an established holiday classic
“Elf” is the first 21st-century Christmas classic, our Screentime Columnist writes Read More »
‘May December’ is a haunting tragedy filled with outstanding lead performances
Three outstanding performances make ‘May December’ compelling Read More »
Balancing laughter, tenderness, sorrow, ‘The Holdovers’ becomes a Christmas classic
‘The Holdovers’ tells a new type of Christmas story with humor, New England weather and Paul Giamatti Read More »
Sofia Coppola's 'Priscilla' offers the untold story of Priscilla Presley
Telling the other side of the famous couple’s life, Sofia Coppola’s “Priscilla” brings her untold story to the big screen Read More »
'Anatomy of a Fall' divides audiences as viewers question 'Who did it?'
With stellar performances and meticulous investigations, Justine Triet’s ‘Anatomy of a Fall’ is a mystery with a twist Read More »
Take a walk off the beaten path with these 5 underrated Halloween horror films
Try these off-the-beaten-path horror movies in preparation for Halloween Read More »
Kenneth Branagh’s “A Haunting in Venice” falls short both as a horror and mystery movie
‘A Haunting in Venice’ repeats the mistakes of Kenneth Branagh's earlier films. Read More »
In a 'silver stream' era film students are in demand, SU professors said
The future of the entertainment industry looks bright for SU students. Read More »
'Ready or Not' comes as another quirky, fun entry from Fox
‘Ready or Not’ is a fun original film that makes up for its slow start with its humor and commentary on the meaning of a family. Read More »
Remembering Stan Lee, the genius behind Marvel’s most memorable characters
Stan Lee, the genius behind Marvel’s most memorable characters, died Monday. His creative legacy lives on in the hearts — and comic books — of all fans. Read More »
It may seem counterintuitive, but hiccups in movie production aren’t always bad
Production delays, like that of “The Upside,” aren’t always as bad as they may seem for blockbuster hits. Read More »