The Ithacan

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: ‘A Bird Story’ soars with engaging atmosphere

By Steven Pirani, Assistant Life & Culture • November 19, 2014

Freebird Games' "A Bird Story" is a superb example of powerful storytelling in the digital realm.

Primitive

By Steven Pirani, Assistant Life and Culture Editor • November 12, 2014

No regrets except dirty pants and a smoky jacket.

Ithaca College student changes way of life after accident

By Spencer Pereira, Contributing Writer • November 12, 2014

Senior Spencer Bailey decided to change his life after a drunk-driving accident eight years ago.

Author Victor LaValle reads latest novel at Ithaca College

By Steven Pirani, Assistant Life & Culture Editor • November 12, 2014

Guggenheim Fellow and renowned author Victor LaValle visited the college as part of its Distinguished Writer's Series.

Review: Metal group “Obliterations” poisoned by tired vocals

By Evin Billington, Life & Culture Editor • November 12, 2014

Lackluster vocals turn "Poison Everything" into an abrasive musical experience.

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...

Review: ‘The Ting Tings’ mend past mistakes with modern disco fever

By Frances Johnson, Opinion Editor • November 11, 2014

Recovering from a disastrous second album, which the Guardian described as “saying goodbye to their audience,” The Ting Tings have re-emerged to produce a new album with a new sound. Though it may...

English professor to co-direct University of London seminar

By Evin Billington, Life & Culture Editor • November 5, 2014

This spring, Chris Holmes, assistant professor of English, will travel to England to guest-direct a graduate seminar and give a lecture at Queen Mary College in the University of London about postcolonial literature and the Nobel prize–winning author J.M. Coetzee.