The Ithacan

Ithacan Pre-Oscars Breakdown with Matt Minton

By Matt Minton, Uri Ponte, Sarah Cochi, Tim O'Dowd, Augustine Daudu, and Makai Yllanes • March 7, 2024

Senior Matt Minton breaks down their picks for the 96th Academy Awards. Learn the stories surrounding the likely winners before the Oscars premiere on Sunday, March 10th.

Poirot demonstrates new vulnerability in ‘A Haunting in Venice’

By Nolan Sheehan, Contributing Writer • September 21, 2023

From the visionary director of “Murder on the Orient Express” and “Death on The Nile'' comes the next installment in Kenneth Branagh’s star-studded enclave of murder mystery thrillers, “A...

‘Gran Turismo’ lacks originality and uniqueness

By Sarah Payne, Staff Writer • August 29, 2023

“Gran Turismo” lacks originality and seems unfortunately reminiscent of films that came before it, but it is a film that picked itself up in the last half, can keep the audience’s attention and make viewers feel as if they were on the race track themselves.

Review: A character study that has some shortcomings

By Matt Minton, Senior Staff Writer • August 21, 2023

From acting in numerous Marvel films and shows like “Fresh Off the Boat” to now making his directorial debut, Randall Park is the latest actor-turned-director to showcase his versatility in the filmmaking...

Review: Ari Aster’s new film bares mommy issues

By Matt Minton, Co Life and Culture Editor • May 2, 2023

“Beau is Afraid” is going to lose him some fans, but the kind of filmmaker that’s willing to take those kinds of risks should be celebrated.

‘Deja View’ – “Shaun of the Dead” (2004)

May 11, 2022

In her last episode focusing on the genre of comedy, host Sydney Brumfield and guest Massey Williams talk about “Shaun of the Dead” (2004) as they discuss the subgenera of dark comedy. Tune in to...

Column: Movie trailers spoil their films

By Sydney Brumfield, Staff Writer • April 14, 2022

Movie trailers have the unfortunate tendency to spoil films, resulting in the viewer's experience being ruined.

Review: Film effectively tells story behind Gucci empire

By Abbey London • December 8, 2021

Lady Gaga, Adam Driver and Jared Leto dominate the screen in "House of Gucci," an epic telling of the Italian fashion dynasty.

Column: X-men franchise could lose their mystique

By Avery Alexander • December 8, 2021

Liking movies is subjective, but when you look at the overall reception of some of these movies, it becomes clear that the X-Men series has struggled.

Column: The road to becoming a Disney princess

By Avery Alexander, Staff Writer • April 7, 2021

After the recent release of Disney’s “Raya and the Last Dragon,” there has been speculation among fans as to whether or not the titular character will become the company’s next Disney Princess.

Regal Cinemas at The Shops at Ithaca Mall closes indefinitely

By Alex Hartzog, Staff Writer • October 21, 2020

After the dust settles and COVID-19 restrictions ease, Ithaca will have fewer silver screens. The Regal Cinemas in Ithaca closed its doors indefinitely.

‘Deja View’- “47 Meters Down: Uncaged” vs. “Jaws”

September 19, 2019

https://soundcloud.com/ithacan-main/deja-view-47-meters-down-uncaged-vs-jaws In their first episode of the semester, hosts Rachael Weinberg and Diego Medina review the new release "47 Meters Down: Uncaged"...