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Napoleon: Fantastic performances marred by an inconsistent tone

By Nolan Sheehan, Co-Life and Culture Editor • November 30, 2023

Adding onto the impressive and long-running repertoire of the famous director and writer Ridley Scott comes one of the most widely anticipated films of November, released Nov. 22. Combining his talents with world-renowned actor Joaquin Phoenix, Scott casts his own dynamic portrayal of Napoleon onto the big screen.

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.

‘Deja View’ – “Alien” (1979)

By The Ithacan, Sydney Brumfield and Rachael Weinberg • April 6, 2021

The Ithacan · 'Deja View' - "Alien" (1979) This week on Deja View, hosts Sydney Brumfield and Rachael Weinberg discuss the third film in their science fiction miniseries, "Alien." Tune in to hear them...

Deja View: Is ‘Blade Runner 2049’ the perfect sequel?

By Kendyl Bennett, Podcast Editor • October 11, 2017

This week on Deja View, reviews editor Jake Leary sat down with staff writer Charlie Musante about "Blade Runner 2049" and decides whether Denis Villeneuve's "Blade Runner" sequel lives up to the...

Review: Stellar science fiction sequel cuts deep

By Charlie Musante, Staff Writer • October 10, 2017

“Blade Runner” handles the idea of artificial intelligence better than most science fiction films. “2049” updates that idea for a new audience.

Review: Sci-fi thriller lives up to genre expectations

By Colin Tessier, Staff Writer • April 13, 2017

“Life” has all of the characteristics of a typical alien horror movie, and that is both a blessing and a curse. “Life” offers a modern day take on Ridley Scott’s classic, “Alien.” With state-of-the-art...