THE ITHACAN

Review: Tom Hanks stars in flat remake of Swedish film

By Matt Minton, Co Life and Culture Editor • January 22, 2023

"A Man Called Otto," a remake of a Swedish film, is a nice reminder of the importance of kindness. It's a shame that it doesn't go beyond the obvious.

Review: ‘The Post’ is predictable but well-produced

By Aidan Lentz, Staff Writer • January 22, 2018

If nothing else, Spielberg has made another solid film tailor-made for history classrooms all across the country.

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.

Review: Tom Hanks’ ‘Inferno’ fails to spark interest in viewers

By Jake Leary, Staff Writer • November 12, 2016

“Inferno” leaves one question in the viewer’s mind: Why? Why did this adventure need to happen? Why do any of these characters matter?

Review: Drama creates bridge between history and inspiration

By Noah Orent, Staff Writer • October 28, 2015

While it may come across as another serious historical drama at first glance, "Bridge of Spies" is both a film that waxes poetic on the ideals America was founded upon and an absorbing tale for anyone who dares to speak out against society's wrongdoings.

Review: Suspense sails strong in emotional epic

By Josh Greenfield, Staff Writer • October 22, 2013

In making “Captain Phillips,” based on the pirate hijacking of an American freighter ship in 2009, Director Paul Greengrass faced the uphill battle of creating a thrilling and suspenseful-enough film...