THE ITHACAN

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.

Review: Stylish spy film thrives with retro charm

By Dan Wisniewski, Staff Writer • August 25, 2015

"The Man from U.N.C.L.E." takes an interesting premise with enjoyable characters who have fun with all of the scenarios into which they can find themselves thrown.

Review: Coming-of-age film refreshing and captivating for audiences

By Noah Orent, Staff Writer • August 6, 2015

"Me and Earl and the Dying Girl" offers a new perspective on what it means to live life to the fullest.

Review: “Love & Mercy” presents captivating portrayal of Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson

By Noah Orent, Staff Writer • July 17, 2015

"Love & Mercy" is a well-crafted biopic that presents an honest yet captivating portrayal of a man who is one of popular music's most revered figures.

Review: Pixar goes inside the mind with stunning and sophisticated film

By Noah Orent, Staff Writer • July 2, 2015

"Inside Out" is a visually stunning experience that paints a vivid picture of the human mind while simultaneously delivering a concentrated dose of splendor and excitement that is powerfully moving and entertaining.