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Movie
'Concrete Cowboy' preserves the history of urban Black cowboys
Despite cultural mishaps in the film’s script writing, “Concrete Cowboy” preserves the history of Philadelphia’s Fletcher Street riders. Read more »
Hear me out: Weekly COVID-19 spit tests are (kind of) relaxing
What do you think about when you’re getting your COVID-19 test at the Dome? Here are some tips from our humor columnist on how to make your testing experience a little more effective. Read more »
Why the start of HBO's 'Genera+ion' is an accurate depiction of Gen Z
It’s not possible for one show to represent an entire multifaceted and complex generation, but the creators of “Genera+ion” have taken a worthwhile shot at it. Read more »
'The U.S. vs. Billie Holiday' has little empathy for the singer's trauma
Get the latest Syracuse news delivered right to your inbox. Subscribe to our newsletter here. Despite “The United States vs. Billie Holiday” chronicling the last… Read more »
Italian film 'La Notte' stunningly illustrates story of loveless marriage
The ennui of modernity: a marriage crumbling from the realization of complacency and deceit within the relationship. Read more »
'Breaking Bad' star, activist RJ Mitte will speak at UU event
The activist famous for his role in the TV show “Breaking Bad” will speak to SU and SUNY-ESF students on March 4 from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. EST. Read more »
'Rebecca' reimagines a classic, lacks chemistry
Screen Time columnist Lucy Messineo-Witt says the 2020 version of the film is not ambitious enough in its reimagining of the haunting story. Read more »
15 films to watch while stuck at home in quarantine
Screen Time Columnist Patrick Gunn recommends watching both old and new films while social distancing. Films such as “The Wizard of Oz,” “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” and “Parasite” all made the list. Read more »
University Union partners with #NotAgainSU for movie screening
The screening of “Bombshell” will be moved to Crouse Hinds Hall. Read more »
‘Richard Jewell’ is straightforward but slow due to pace, lack of music
Screen time columnist Patrick Gunn says the simple storytelling approach used in “Richard Jewell” showcases strong performances but also creates unnecessarily slow pacing. Read more »
A24 “Waves” brought humor, shock during student screening
In partnership with Syracuse Film Society, A24 offered an advance screening of its film “Waves,” building campus’ film scene. Read more »
UU to screen 'Hitsville: The Makings of Motown'
University Union will present an advanced screening of “Hitsville: The Makings of Motown.” The screening will take place at 8:00 p.m. on Oct. 28 in HBC Gifford Auditorium. Read more »
Orange After Dark shows 2019 remake 'Aladdin'
Orange After Dark showing of Aladdin is from Aug 28 to Sept. 1 at 11 p.m. each night. Read more »
E.T. is phoning home in Syracuse with a live orchestral performance
Conductor Sean O’Loughlin recalls his 10-year-old self sitting in front of a massive screen, watching “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” with his family. His uncle joined them at the Rochester movie… Read more »
Netflix’s ‘Velvet Buzzsaw’ is a lackluster example of poor satire
Netflix’s new film “Velvet Buzzsaw” is a piece of abstract art gone wrong and an example of how not to make a satire piece. Read more »
The Academy Awards’ list of nominees lacks women representation
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced this year’s Academy Awards nominees — and unsurprisingly, the list has a disheartening lack of women. Read more »
‘Polar Express’ Pajama Party brings community together with holiday cheer
Across New York state, families can enjoy "The Polar Express"-themed train rides and movie screenings throughout the holiday season. Read more »
It may seem counterintuitive, but hiccups in movie production aren’t always bad
Production delays, like that of “The Upside,” aren’t always as bad as they may seem for blockbuster hits. Read more »
Add these lesser-known Oscar contenders to your queue this Thanksgiving break
This Thanksgiving break, switch it up with some of these lesser-known films. Read more »
American High is a film production company operating out of an abandoned Liverpool middle school
Syracuse Studios, a full-service film production company operating in Liverpool, is finishing up its fifth feature film. Read more »
University Union to host advanced screening of "Green Book"
University Union will host an advance screening of award-winning film “Green Book,” set to be released Nov. 21. Read more »
‘A Star is Born’ fails to utilize Lady Gaga’s star power
While Lady Gaga’s performance in “A Star is Born” is a triumph, Hollywood’s obsession with remaking classic films is not. Read more »
Netflix disrupts the market with original series starring A-list celebrities
Netflix’s “Maniac” reveals how streaming platforms are changing the television industry with fresh original content. Read more »
