THE ITHACAN

Review: ‘Pitch Perfect 2’ hits sour note with chaotic plotline

By Celisa Calacal, Assistant Life & Culture Editor • May 20, 2015

Despite attempts to stand out from, but stay true to, its predecessor, “Pitch Perfect 2” gets lost in its oversaturated plotline and fails to live up to the success of the original.

Review: New Nicholas Sparks romance puts a twist on classic love story

By Angela Poffenbaugh, Staff Writer • May 18, 2015

A refreshing and rarely explored theme in "The Longest Ride" allows the audience to enjoy a classic Nicholas Sparks romance but without a cliche, expected ending.

Review: Fusion of science and magic makes documentary a success

By Angela Poffenbaugh, Contributing Writer • May 15, 2015

The incorporation of magic in "Merchants of Doubt" makes its discussion of environmental issues more appealing and understandable to any viewer.

Review: Horror flick plugs into digital world for scares

By Dan Wisniewski, Staff Writer • April 27, 2015

'Unfriended' offers an original concept frightening enough make viewers think twice about their next Skype chat.

Kinky sex scenes fail to save dismal ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’

By Steven Pirani, Life & Culture Editor • February 22, 2015

Unabashedly mediocre and morally stilted, "Fifty Shades of Grey" is a markedly shallow cinematic experience.

Review: ‘Foxcatcher’ provides riveting character study

By Byron Bixler, Staff Writer • January 21, 2015

Directed by Bennett Miller, "Foxcatcher" stars Steve Carell as paranoid billionaire John du Pont and Channing Tatum as world-class wrestler Mark Schultz in a psychologically thrilling drama.

Review: Cumberbatch’s performance drives Turing biopic

By Mary Ford, Assistant Life & Culture Editor • January 15, 2015

Directed by Morten Tyldum and starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Kiera Knightly, "The Imitation Game" reveals the story of a little-known cryptographic genius punished for his homosexuality.

Review: Superb performances keep ‘Whiplash’ in tempo

By Josh Vitchkoski, Staff Writer • November 19, 2014

"Whiplash" gives a soulful and inspiring view into the dark underbelly of making perfect music.

Review: Murky direction mars Stewart’s film debut

By Mary Ford, Staff Writer • November 19, 2014

Jon Stewart makes some distracting directing decisions in "Rosewater," however, he still presents of thoughtful portrayal of journalist Maziar Bahari's imprisonment.

Review: Stellar leads and sharp style propels ‘Interstellar’

By Haley Young, Contributing Writer • November 11, 2014

Striking visuals compliment strong lead performances in Christopher Nolan's new sci-fi offering.

Review: ‘Big Hero 6’ offers futuristic fun for entire family

By Josh Vitchkoski, Staff Writer • November 11, 2014

Disney's newest adventure is a computer-animated romp through the future.

Review: Satire and cinematography give wings to darkly funny ‘Birdman’

By Matthew Radulski, Staff Writer • November 11, 2014

“Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)” follows an actor who was once a superhero hoping to make it big again, and likewise stars Michael Keaton, who is venturing into the superhero realm...