Doctor Strange highlights new directions of superhero movies
When creating franchises, one has to worry about keeping the audience entertained. We love superhero movies — they’re all the rage right now. We love… Read more »
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FilmStruck fills streaming hole for movie connoisseurs
In the middle of the streaming age where so many platforms offer the same services, FilmStruck targets people seeking quality, artistic cinema. Read more »
Why aren't we still talking about mockumentary 'Borat'?
Borat, at the time a cultural phenomenon, is turning 10 years old this week. As popular as it was at the time, no one talks about it anymore. Movie columnist Erik Benjamin tells us why. Read more »
Burton/Depp partnership built legacy from '90s to now
Tim Burton and Johnny Depp have worked on a lot of films together since "Edward Scissorhands" in 1990, but they've become a bit complacent with their artistry. Read more »
Netflix releases new content for November
Need a day off? Netflix has got you covered. Check out the new TV shows coming to the streaming service this month. Read more »
This weekend's box office success and the power of counter-programming
This weekend, three new movies opened at the box office, and while three in one weekend is usually a little crowded, for whatever reason, these three films all managed to actually succeed. Read more »
Sharks over séances: The beach is a perfect setting for a horror flick
Movie columnist Brian Hamlin says the scariest movies don't involve ghosts, ghouls or vampires—they play upon an inherent fear of something that can happen in real life. Jaws does just that. Read more »
Kevin Hart's new movie changes the comedy game
Movie columnist Erik Benjamin said he is excited about Kevin Hart's new release, which he predicts will have a big impact on comedy we know it. Read more »
Movie adaptions usually don't live up to their novel
"The Girl on the Train" did well as a novel, and hype of the movie adaption has been strong. Movie columnist Brian Hamlin advises viewers to be wary, and that film adaptations don't always live up to their novel. Read more »
'Birth of a Nation' should be separated from director's past
Especially within the context of "Birth of a Nation," movie columnist Erik Benjamin contends that an artist's work should be thought of in its own right. Read more »
'Patriots Day' release too soon after shock of 2013 Boston bombings
"Patriots Day," a new Mark Walhberg production chronicling the events of the Boston Marathon bombings, is a poorly timed theatrical release just 3 years after the attacks. Read more »
When it comes to the ‘The Lion King’ revamp, don’t touch the classic
Why can’t anyone do anything original anymore? Movie columnist Brian Hamlin explains why Disney should let good enough alone with the live-action "Lion King" remake. Read more »
New live-action Lion King poised to be smash hit
Disney announced it will make a live-action adaption of their classic film "The Lion King," and movie columnist Erik Benjamin can't wait. Read more »
Human Rights Film Festival will bring together social and academic community
This weekend, the Human Rights Film Festival will bring together a selection of films curated by 23 academic departments. Read more »
Rotten Tomatoes is unreliable when it comes to film criticism
Movie columnist Erik Benjamin explains how Rotten Tomatoes has ruined the freshness of film criticism with the use of its binary system and arbitrary ratings. Read more »
'Hell or High Water' becomes best western since 'True Grit'
Movie columnist Brian Hamlin is a fan of old-school westerns, movies where the hot desert is often a character in and of itself. Read more »
What's hitting and leaving Netflix in October
Netflix spent a lot of time and money at the Toronto International Film Festival a few weeks ago. The streaming site premiered some of its… Read more »
Joseph Gordon-Levitt highlights the decline of movie star
Movie columnist Erik Benjamin explains why Joseph Gordon-Levitt should be one of Hollywood’s biggest stars, but instead represents the decline in stereotypical movie stars. Read more »
Sports movies aren't always just about sports
It's football season and I want to clear some things up. The sports movie genre is over-saturated with dramatic scenes, ones where Troy throws a… Read more »
Toronto International Film Festival displays exciting movies to keep on radar
Movie columnist Erik Benjamin discusses the highlights of the Toronto International Film Festival, and what movies we can look forward to this fall. Read more »
Tom Hanks may have landed an Oscar as Chesley Sullenberger in Clint Eastwood’s 'Sully'
Movie columnist Brian Hamlin takes a look at the new movie "Sully" and Tom Hank's stunning portrayal of the protagonist, which may just get him an Oscar this year. Read more »
September could be the next big month for movies
Movie columnist Erik Benjamin chronicles the ups and downs of September in film, a month historically associated with mediocre cinema. Read more »
Tickets for James Franco event have sold out
Tickets for the James Franco event, co-sponsored by University Union and the Traditions Commission, on Sept. 17 have sold out. Read more »
James Franco to speak at Syracuse University during Homecoming Weekend
Award-winning actor James Franco will be coming to Syracuse University to speak at an event during this year’s Homecoming Weekend. Read more »
