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"The Circle" is based off the bestselling book by Dave Eggers. It details the the inner workings of a massive tech company as it expands its power and encroaches on the private lives of its users.

Review: ‘The Circle’ falls disastrously flat

By Jake Leary, Assistant Life and Culture Editor • May 2, 2017
"The Circle" is another in a long line of science fiction films that recklessly damns innovation without acknowledging the necessity of advancement.
“The Discovery,” released March 31, is a Netflix Original in which millions of people commit suicide after a scientist confirms the existence of an afterlife. The film features Robert Redford, Rooney Mara and Jason Segel.

Review: Netflix’s afterlife drama feels like an afterthought

By Samantha Brodsky, contributing writer • April 12, 2017
Though there’s nothing wrong with a plot twist or cliffhanger, the film ends in such a way that the viewer is left with nothing more than confusion.
Nick Sagan, instructor in the Department of Media Arts, Sciences and Studies, is the son of scientist icon Carl Sagan. Nick decided to pursue film and science fiction writing through significant support from his father.

Q&A: Nick Sagan pushes beyond his father’s legacy

By Brianna Ruback, Staff Writer • April 12, 2017
Everyone looks to find their own path — but you’re also the product of where you come from.
"Ghost in the Shell" is the latest adaptation of the 1989 manga of the same name. The film, set in a futuristic Asian city, explores the the meaning of consciousness and the power of memory.

Review: ‘Ghost in the Shell’ is a hollow shell of the original

By Patrick Pinney, Contributing Writer • April 4, 2017

The release of “Ghost in the Shell” has sparked much discussion within the film community. One could discuss “Ghost in the Shell” as a franchise and how the 1995 movie has influenced both eastern...

"Arrival," stars Amy Adams as Louise, an isolated linguistics professor who is recruited by the American government to translate the complex language of alien visitors.

Review: Villeneuve translates Sci-fi story to the big screen

By Colin Barrett, Staff Writer • February 21, 2017
Most science-fiction blockbusters resort to brainless plots and mass destruction with no consequences, but “Arrival” is not the typical sci-fi film.
John Fracchia, associate director of the Office of Career Services at Ithaca College, holds a copy of “Cataclysm: The Myst Clipper Shicaine,” a science-fiction novel released May 4.

Career Services director brings sci-fi genre to life at IC

By Katherine Segovia, Staff Writer • May 1, 2016
John Fracchia and Kerry Forrestal drew inspiration from their shared love of science-fiction and co-wrote “Cataclysm: The Myst Clipper Shicaine,” a science-fiction novel released May 4.
Senior Andrea Aguirre poses with an art of the piece that combines watercolor and printmaking, and will hang with the other Bachelor of Fine Arts students’ capstone portfolios in the Handwerker Gallery starting April 28. Aguirre combines her many interests and personality traits through her art.

Ithaca College senior explores concept of control through art

By Maura Aleardi, Staff Writer • April 11, 2016
After a year of preparatory school at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York, Aguirre injured her foot and left the military to pursue her career in art.

Review: Visuals fail to rescue tech savvy flop

By Michael Caffrey, Staff Writer • April 23, 2014
Lackluster narrative and casting isn't saved by the visual effects in "Transcendence."

Review: Director’s visuals overshadow storyline in sci-fi flick

By Bernadette Javier, Staff Writer • September 2, 2013
Director Neill Blomkamp's science-fiction film "Elysium" is visually stunning but focuses too little on the plot.
Senior Ashlyn Velte, coordinator of the Tori Cup, hosts a practice session of the sci-fi challenge last Thursday, as members of team Science Fiction Whiz Kids, seniors Kyle Riether, Sarah Perry and Rachel Rothenberg and junior Calvin Chestnut, help test the buzzer system that will be used for the event.

Sci-Fi cup honors life of departed student

By Noreyana Fernando, Assistant News Editor • May 2, 2013
Ithaca College celebrates the life of junior Victoria "Tori" Howell with the Tori Cup, a science-fiction challenge held on campus. Howell died in a car accident in Dryden last year.
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