Benjamin: A guide to whether a sequel should be made
Calling all movie makers planning a sequel. You may thing audiences want more, but maybe you shouldn't make that second movie. Read more »
Writer archives: Erik Benjamin
Benjamin: Ranking Pixar's 17 movies from worst to best
The release of Pixar's "Inside Out" marks a good time to look back at their legacy. Movie columnist Erik Benjamin ranks all of their films from worst to best. Read more »
Benjamin: Fast reactions from the 'Beauty and the Beast' teaser trailer
Disney just dropped a teaser trailer for its newest live-action remake, "Beauty and the Beast." Movie columnist Erik Benjamin shares his take on what to expect from this new feature film. Read more »
Benjamin: Lessons I learned from 2016 movies
Movie columnist Eric Benjamin dissects 2016 films thus far and lessons learned from box office failures and successes. Read more »
Benjamin: Syracuse movie theaters accommodate all film genres
In anticipation of a new movie theater being built in Syracuse this summer, movie columnist Erik Benjamin decided to take a look at all the theater options already available. Read more »
Benjamin: Technology and nostalgia are a winning combo in “The Jungle Book”
Movie columnist Erik Benjamin, talks about how Disney is playing off a trend of remaking classic animated films in live action. He discusses the recent release of The Jungle Book. Read more »
Benjamin: Melissa McCarthy’s success continues with her latest flick "The Boss"
Melissa McCarthy is a name that people will hear and then see the movie regardless of the content. With the release of her latest flick, movie columnist Erik Benjamin discusses the nature of her fame and decides if it will be able to linger. Read more »
Benjamin: Driving to Houston in a bus for the Final Four is magical with Harry Potter movies
Movie columnist Erik Benjamin recently traveled in a crowded bus to Houston for the Final Four. This could have been awful, except they had all eight Harry Potter movies to help him push through. Read more »
Benjamin: Sundance Ignite to bring the excitement of festival to Syracuse
Movie columnist Erik Benjamin gives a preview of The Sundance Ignite program, a two-day event from The Sundance Film Festival coming to the Syracuse University campus. Read more »
Benjamin: New 'Batman v Superman' movie struggles to live up to Marvel franchises
“Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice” opened this weekend to record numbers. Movie columnist Erik Benjamin gives his review of the film and explains why DC is trying to play catch up to the success of the Marvel movies. Read more »
Benjamin: The Screening Room creates a debate in Hollywood
Movie columnist Erik Benjamin explains the debate in Hollywood over The Screening Room, a device that allows customers to watch just-released films from the comfort of their own homes instead of in theaters. Read more »
Benjamin: 'Zootopia' continues Disney Animation's hot streak
The box office success of "Zootopia" proves that Disney Animation's latest stream of successful, non-Pixar cartoons isn't a fluke, but evidence of Disney's creative power. Read more »
Benjamin: What you need to know from the 88th Academy Awards
Movie columnist Erik Benjamin gives his reactions and takeaways from the 88th Academy Awards. Read more »
Benjamin: Predictions of who will walk away with Oscars
From "The Big Small" to "The Revenant", movie columnist Erik Benjamin tells you what to expect from the 88th Academy Awards. Read more »
Benjamin: New producers will bring revived feel to the Academy Awards
Movie columnist Erik Benjamin explains why David Hill and Reginald Hudlin, who are producing the Oscars this year, are expected to bring more diversity and new concepts to the show. Read more »
Benjamin: 'Deadpool' breaks record for R-rated film opening weekends
This past weekend, Marvel's "Deadpool" broke records and exceeded box office expectations. Movie columnist Erik Benjamin explains what this means for the future of the superhero genre. Read more »
Benjamin: Watching a movie on Valentine's Day is always a great idea
Whether you're in a loving relationship or single and ready to mingle, watching a movie is a great way to spend Valentine's Day. Our movie columnist gives his list of the best flicks to cuddle up to. Read more »
Benjamin: Movies to watch before the Super Bowl game
Before the big Super Bowl game this weekend, brush up on your football knowledge by watching these 100% accurate movies. You'll learn a lot. Read more »
Benjamin: Presidential candidates pair well with Oscar nominated films
With the Academy Awards coming up and the 2016 presidential campaigns in full swing, movie columnist Erik Benjamin decided to put the two together by assigning presidential candidates to the nominated films. Read more »
Benjamin: Oscar nominations lack diversity yet again
Even after last year's uproar over the lack of diversity, this year's Oscar nomination list included 20 acting nominees who were all Caucasian. This prompted a revival of the hashtag #OscarSoWhite. Read more »
Benjamin: 2016 Oscar nomination predictions
Nominations for the 2016 Academy Awards will be released Thursday morning, and movie columnist Erik Benjamin gives his predictions of which films, actors and actresses might win at this year's Oscars. Read more »
Benjamin: Top 10 impactful films of 2015
Most movie columnists pick their favorite movies of the year, but Erik Benjamin takes a new approach, choosing the films that he think will stay relevant for years to come. Read more »
Benjamin: 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' exceeds every expectation
Though he considers himself "not a huge Star Wars fan" and had low expectations for the new film, here's why movie columnist Erik Benjamin is reconsidering his prediction. Read more »
Benjamin: Fast reactions to SU alumnus Aaron Sorkin's Golden Globe nomination
Sorkin received a Best Screenplay nomination for "Steve Jobs." Check out movie columnist Erik Benjamin's reactions to Sorkin's nomination and what this means for the film itself. Read more »
