Cinemapolis expands thoughtful programming in local community

By Riley Jones, Contributing Writer • March 12, 2026

On the rainy evening of March 4, film enthusiasts packed into theater five of Ithaca’s own independent movie theater, Cinemapolis. Instead of watching a new release like the other theaters in the building, the crowd was there for something special.

Commentary: Creative projects must be grounded in authenticity and care

By Grace Azaula, Opinon Editor • April 30, 2024

To create is one of the most beautiful things a human can do. The ability to translate feelings into poems, opinions into films, sorrow into songs — it’s what makes humanity so special. Creative projects and creative people alike have always entranced me, especially when they are able to use creativity as a force for change. However, as much as creating is a gift, it is a challenge that requires intention and care.

Commentary: Inequality in film sets must be reformed

By Surina Belk-Gupta • April 18, 2023

We need a complete reinstitution of social psychology. So, to all of Park, I ask you to, with me, address it. Acknowledge it. Fix it.

Review: ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ film scores winning hand

By Evan Miller, Staff Writer • April 12, 2023

“Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves” captures what makes D&D and the fantasy genre so special with its excellent cast and world-building.

Review: Fourth ‘John Wick’ tops all previous installments

By Evan Miller, Staff Writer • April 4, 2023

Director Chad Stahelski and action star Keanu Reeves team up again for the most thrilling "John Wick" installment yet.

Student anchors himself in short film about grief

By Matt Minton, Co Life and Culture Editor • March 29, 2023

As a group of 50 crew and cast members work together to get ready for the 12-hour shoot, they find themselves on familiar ground: the high school used to film "Grease."

Review: New ‘Shazam!’ film is a complete sham

By Giancarlo Messina, Staff Writer • March 29, 2023

Amidst a strange time for comic book movies, "Shazam! Fury of the Gods" is quite underwhelming — especially compared to its predecessor.

Column: Has Disney lost its magic?

By Evan Miller, Staff Writer • March 8, 2023

When Disney CEO Bob Iger '73 announced that 7,000 employees were being laid off, the focus placed on new sequels seemed in poor taste for the company.

Review: Action comedy gives viewers a real high

By Evan Miller, Staff Writer • March 7, 2023

"Cocaine Bear" embraces its absurdity, actively giving its audience what it came for: a 500-pound bear getting high on cocaine.

Review: Queer coming-of-age tale blossoms with affection

By Matt Minton, Co Life and Culture Editor • March 1, 2023

Director Goran Stolevski’s queer coming-of-age romance “Of an Age" is truly a testament to the power of human connection and self-discovery.

Review: Third ‘Ant-Man’ film shrinks its potential

By Evan Miller, Staff Writer • March 1, 2023

It has never been more clear than with “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” that Marvel Studios has sacrificed quality for quantity.

Students take leap of faith with Blind Dates with a Book

By Evan Miller, Staff Writer • March 1, 2023

Blind Date with a Book has been a college favorite for eight years and this year, it ran from Feb. 8 to 22, introducing students to new titles.