Tag: movies
University Union to host advanced screening of ‘Happy Death Day 2U’
University Union will host an advance screening of mystery film sequel, “Happy Death Day 2U” on Feb. 4 at HBC Gifford Auditorium. The film follows Theresa Gelbman reliving the same day repeatedly until she is murdered, the twist is now she must save her friends too from the masked murderer. Read More »
Shyamalan’s latest film ‘Glass’ is slow-burning, but well-shot
While M. Night Shyamalan’s “Glass” is a slow-burning film, the ending to his “Unbreakable” franchise exceeds viewer expectations. Read More »
The can’t-miss movies to watch before winter break ends
Spending the rest of your break on the couch? Catch up on the biggest films released this season before heading back to campus. Read More »
Manlius Art Cinema to celebrate 100th birthday with 10-cent screenings
The oldest theater in Onondaga County, the Manlius Art Cinema, will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a birthday celebration this weekend. Read More »
Reviews of a Thanksgiving break’s worth of movies
Here are some of the must-see films released over Thanksgiving break to keep you entertained and motivated during the final stretch of the semester. 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 »
Hulu original series ‘The First’ features strong performances despite missing thrills
In the not-so distant future, Sean Penn oversees a crew of astronauts as they prepare to be the first humans to set foot on Mars. But don’t get too excited — the series isn’t one you stay up for. Read More »
15th annual Syracuse International Film Festival is jam-packed with showings
This weekend, the 15th annual Syracuse International Film Festival will showcase local storytellers and filmmakers. Read More »
Tupac ‘died’ 22 years ago, but this is why he’s still around
Whether Tupac actually died or not, his influence on music, art and hip hop culture still live on. Read More »
Here are all the free movies UU is showing on campus this semester
University Union announced its fall schedule of movie screenings this week and here's what you need to know. Read More »
The definitive rankings of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, part 2
As “Avengers: Infinity War” looms near, movie columnist Erik Benjamin breaks down the rest of his rankings of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Read More »
‘The Big Picture’ author Ben Fritz gives his thoughts on the future of film
Movie columnist Erik Benjamin spoke with Ben Fritz, who wrote "The Big Picture: The Fight for the Future of Movies" to discuss the process of crafting a journalism book and the future of film. Read More »
University Union to present advanced screening of ‘Blockers’
University Union, in partnership with NBC Universal, is hosting a screening of the prom comedy directed by the writer of the “Pitch Perfect” series. Read More »
Madness at the movies: How Hollywood has embraced sports
There’s a reason why sports movies are so successful, and why basketball movies haven’t gotten as much attention as other sports. 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 »
Here’s one thing Donald Trump has gotten right on Twitter
President Donald Trump thinks the Oscars’ low ratings are due to a lack of stars, and he actually might not be wrong. Read More »
5 takeaways from the Oscars
Erik Benjamin and Mike O’Connor reflect on surprises, up-and-coming figures and potential future trends as seen at last night’s 90th Academy Awards ceremony. Read More »
‘Accidental Anarchist’ changes the world on purpose
Anarchy columnist Sam Norton discusses his reaction to the documentary “Accidental Anarchist.” Read More »
7 of the best songs from the 'Black Panther' film soundtrack
“Black Panther the Album: Music From And Inspired By” attempts to push boundaries just like its film counterpart, boasting star-powered tracks, quality production and an international presence. Read More »
Video: Columnists predict Oscar winners
Screen Time columnists Erik Benjamin and Mike O'Connor discuss who they think will find success at the Academy Awards on Sunday. 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 »
Black Lives Matter Syracuse to celebrate black empowerment with ‘Black Panther’ screening
Black Lives Matter Syracuse has raised more than $6,000 to send kids to see “Black Panther” this weekend, setting a precedent for the film’s importance. Read More »
‘50 Shades’ franchise nails its audience this Valentine’s Day
The latest installment of the "Fifty Shades of Grey" franchise hit theaters last Friday, giving couples and friends the perfect excuse for a trip to the movies. Read More »
Clint Eastwood is Hollywood’s ultimate bro
Clint Eastwood’s latest film “The 15:17 to Paris” was released this past weekend. Despite its artistic flaws, this movie was a great display of how Eastwood has maintained his elite bro status over the last half-century. Read More »