The Ithacan

Review: “He Named Me Malala” shows activist’s heroism

By Josh Vitchkoski, Staff Writer • October 20, 2015

“He Named Me Malala” is a true coming-of-age story for all women, especially those who have ever been socially misrepresented and have grown up without the courage to speak out against society’s wrongdoings.

Review: ‘Sleeping With Other People’ refreshes the romantic comedy genre

By Matt Coogan, Staff Writer • October 7, 2015

“Sleeping with Other People” is able to retain the feel-good functionality of a romantic comedy while poking fun at the genre the entire time.

Review: Romantic thriller falls far from perfect

By Noah Orent, Staff Writer • October 6, 2015

While "The Perfect Guy" may make some think twice about beginning a relationship with a complete stranger, this film will leave many appalled at what can only be described as a jumbled mess that should never have been made in the first place

Review: ‘Everest’ film turns into a frigid failure

By Matthew Radulski, Staff Writer • October 6, 2015

“Everest” had the tools to be a great film, boasting decent acting and interesting cinematography, but it fails in nearly every aspect to connect these pieces together.

Review: “Learning to Drive” crashes from messy plotline

By Noah Orent, Staff Writer • September 29, 2015

"Learning to Drive" was meant to glorify the beautiful simplicity of a personal bond, but fails to do so because it is unable to maintain interest.

Review: Stellar acting brings life to “Grandma”

By Jennifer Walsh, Contributing Writer • September 29, 2015

“Grandma” is an interesting portrait piece, but it falls short of its full storytelling potential.

Review: Sequel lost in maze of its own confusion

By Jennifer Walsh, Contributing Writer • September 22, 2015

"Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials" is so over complicated and scattered that it's hard to find satisfaction watching it.

Review: Big budget fails to save box office bomb

By Noah Orent, Staff Writer • September 15, 2015

"The Transporter Refueled" will leave viewers disappointed with the execution of what could have been a well-made thriller.

Review: Stellar portrayal of sisterhood drives film

By Jennifer Walsh, Contributing Writer • September 9, 2015

"Mistress America" is atypical but still accessible, humorous but still serious and absolutely a must-see.

Review: “Straight Outta Compton” maintains grit and honesty in telling the story of N.W.A.

By Noah Orent, Staff Writer • September 8, 2015

Both diehard N.W.A. fans and general audience members will greatly appreciate the direction Gray chose to tell the group's inspiring story — one that reveals the history of music's greatest legends and how far they went to speak the truth.

Review: “The End of the Tour” driven by beauty of conversation

By Matt Hornick, Staff Writer • September 2, 2015

“The End of the Tour” provides viewers with an insight into one of the most realized, troubled and intelligent literary minds of the 20th century.

Review: Weak, jumbled plotline fails to keep interest

By Matthew Coogan, Staff Writer • September 2, 2015

“We Are Your Friends” is a complete mess of plot, character and structure that directorial style could not mask.