THE ITHACAN

Review: ‘The Trip to Italy’ delivers emotion in exotic locales

By Byron Bixler, Contributing Writer • September 17, 2014

Exotic backdrops and fine cuisine carry the emotional punch in "The Trip to Italy."

Review: ‘No Good Deed’ hampered by dubious narrative

By Daniel Wisniewski, Staff Writer • September 17, 2014

"No Good Deed" ultimately can't escape its clumsy narrative, despite decent lead performances.

Review: “Land Ho!” overcomes lazy plot points with visual splendor

By Ana Barruto, Contributing Writer • September 9, 2014

Despite some slugging plot moments, "Land Ho!" is a warm, enjoyable drama-comedy.

Review: Cumbersome narrative hinders high-octane spy thriller

By Josh Vitchkoski, Contributing Writer • September 9, 2014

Industry veteran Pierce Brosnan can't make up for this spy flick's tiresome storyline.

Review: Despite unbelievability, “As Above, So Below” delivers frights

By Jared Kelly, Contributing Writer • September 9, 2014

Though it boasts some genuine scares, "As Above So Below" falls flat by the end.

Review: Erotic thriller questions nature of love

By Tylor Colby, Staff Writer • March 19, 2014

An unsettling tone and divisive story drive provocative movie

Review: Endless battles slay plot clarity

By Sydney O'Shaughnessy, Staff Writer • March 19, 2014

Endless battles lay waste to action movie's plot.

Review: Drama short on believable chemistry

By Nina Varilla, Staff Writer • February 26, 2014

Irrational characters keep romantic drama from feeling authentic.

Review: ‘Safety Not Guaranteed’ takes audiences on a magical journey

By James Hasson, Staff Writer • September 2, 2012

This film takes audiences on a wild ride when two people search for the writer of a mysterious newspaper ad involving time travel.

Review: ‘Premium Rush’ crashes and burns

By James Hasson, Staff Writer • August 28, 2012

There is an expression that goes, “never bring a knife to a gunfight.” The same should be said for bicycles in car chases. Director David Koepp attempts to introduce bicycles chases as an alternative for traditional car chases in “Premium Rush.” The film ultimately lacks horsepower with its predictable cinematic elements, dull story and bland…