Tag: box office
Oscars by the numbers: The stories and statistics behind the Best Picture nominees
With the 91st Academy Awards less than three weeks away, here are some of the behind-the-scenes stories and statistics from the 2019 Best Picture nominees. 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 »
Add these lesser-known Oscar contenders to your queue this Thanksgiving break
This Thanksgiving break, switch it up with some of these lesser-known films. Read More »
A capella group Main Squeeze will tell a story through songs at fall show ‘Squeeze’s Candy Land’
All-women a cappella group Main Squeeze will host its fall invitational, “Squeeze’s Candy Land,” on Friday. Read More »
American High is a film production company operating out of an abandoned Liverpool middle school
Syracuse Studios, a full-service film production company operating in Liverpool, is finishing up its fifth feature film. Read More »
How the theater scene in Syracuse is becoming more accessible
Disability rights advocates push for increased arts accessibility in Syracuse, praising Syracuse Stage for setting the standard. Read More »
‘A Star is Born’ fails to utilize Lady Gaga’s star power
While Lady Gaga’s performance in “A Star is Born” is a triumph, Hollywood’s obsession with remaking classic films is not. Read More »
‘First Man’ provides an intensely personal look at Apollo 11, man’s mission to the moon
Damien Chazelle film, “First Man,” highlights the whimsical wonder of space, paired with the frightening risks the Apollo 11 mission posed. Read More »
SU senior Charlie Burg looks for more introspective songwriting in his 3rd EP
Student musician Charlie Burg made a name for himself beyond the SU campus. Read More »
Grammy-nominated a cappella group to perform at Hendricks Chapel
Grammy-nominated vocal group Sweet Honey in the Rock will perform at Syracuse this weekend. Read More »
Gaga, Cooper chemistry elevates ‘A Star is Born’ despite imperfect directorial debut
Bradley Cooper’s directorial debut with “A Star is Born” isn’t a home run, but it’s still a solid double down the left field line. Read More »
Meet the man behind the concerts, UU President Andrew Idarraga
University Union’s current president, Andrew Idarraga, is prioritizing inclusivity and representation when it comes to campus events. Read More »
‘Steel Magnolias’ to open at Redhouse Arts Center on Friday
“Steel Magnolias” opens at Redhouse Arts Center this weekend. The production is directed by Temar Underwood and features a cast of six. Read More »
Get off your phone during Juice Jam
A sea of glowing devices at live music events is the new norm, but the best way to enjoy this year’s music is to unplug from your device and tune in to the moment. Read More »
Talking Heads’ lead singer brings world tour to Syracuse
Performer David Byrne will play the Landmark Theatre on Wednesday night at 7:30 p.m. Read More »
Agatha Christie classic ‘The Mousetrap’ coming to CNY Playhouse
“The Mousetrap” opens Sept. 7 at CNY Playhouse. Read More »
A$AP Ferg, Playboi Carti to co-headline Juice Jam 2018
University Union announced Friday that the two rappers will co-headline the annual music festival, with the support of artists Anne-Marie, Loud Luxury and Omar Apollo. Read More »
Buy low, sell high: How Blumhouse does horror films the right way
The production company has used its low-budget, high-horror model to produce hits like “The Purge” and the new movie “Truth or Dare.” Read More »
Netflix Originals shouldn’t be considered for Academy Awards
With films like “Icarus” and “Okja” winning big-name awards in recent years, our Screen Time columnist argues that films have to follow the path created by the industry to be considered for such accolades. Read More »
SU Department of Drama explores AIDS crisis in 'The Baltimore Waltz'
The show takes the audience through a sequence of events that are revealed to be a dream. Read More »
Whether you'll be watching the Duke game or not, check out these weekend events
It's no secret that the highly anticipated Syracuse-Duke game is taking place on Friday. But whatever happens, you can keep your weekend packed with these events. Read More »
'Tomb Raider' shows the trend of franchise renewal
Like with “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle,” no one was really asking for a reboot of “Tomb Raider,” but the film’s release still correlates with the trend of reviving old franchises. Read More »
Is this the end of the studio comedy? There are reasons to think so:
This weekend, the Warner Bros. comedy “Game Night” didn't have exceptional box office returns. Is the era of the successful studio comedy coming to a close? Read More »
Screen Time columnist discusses originality and lack thereof in Hollywood
The biggest successes in the film industry rely on familiar characters from sequels and adaptations. Here’s what that says about originality in Hollywood. Read More »