From the box office
What started as a promising fiscal summer for the film industry in May with Disney’s “The Avengers,” ended in this weekend’s colossal failure in “The… Read more »
From the Studio
Hip-hop group The Dean's List to open for Calvin Harris, Childish Gambino at Juice Jam on Sunday
Boston hip-hop group The Dean’s List will open for Calvin Harris and Childish Gambino at Sunday’s ninth-annual Juice Jam concert. The group consists of rapper… Read more »
Best in show: Creative art direction, over-the-top visuals comprise VMA favorites
The Video Music Awards are quickly approaching, and are set to have a hilarious host in Kevin Hart and plenty of great performances, from One… Read more »
Calvin Harris, Childish Gambino concert breaks Juice Jam ticket sales record
CORRECTION: In a previous version of this article, the day of Juice Jam was misstated. The concert is Sunday, Sept. 9. The Daily Orange regrets… Read more »
Politically incorrect: Jokes both crude, witty lead to entertaining campaign satire
2.5/5 Popcorns Will Ferrell likes taking overblown stereotypes and bashing the audience over the head with them until they laugh. So after years of mocking… Read more »
After the diploma: Graham Douglass
The Meccas of theater are known throughout the world: Broadway in the heart of New York City, the West End district of foggy London, Steppenwolf… Read more »
Calvin Harris, Childish Gambino to headline Juice Jam concert
Electronic dance music DJ Calvin Harris and rapper Childish Gambino will headline this year’s Juice Jam concert, University Union officials announced Sunday. “It’s no question that these… Read more »
Bad memories: Sci-fi reboot lacks charm, creativity of original
2.5/5 Popcorns Remakes and sequels have been all the rage in Hollywood lately. If studios can’t come up with new film ideas, they just reuse… Read more »
Watch out: Unoriginal action sci-fi comedy relies on explosions, crude humor
1.5/5 popcorns Every funny joke in “The Watch” is spoiled in the trailer. Its title was shortened from “Neighborhood Watch” after the Trayvon Martin shooting. This crass… Read more »
Knight in shining armor: Batman trilogy swoops in with all-star cast, dynamic action
4.5/5 Popcorns Batman may have donned his suit for the last time, but at least he went out in a blaze of heroic glory. Christopher… Read more »
Calvin Harris removes Sept. 9 tour date at SU from website's tour schedule
Scottish producer and DJ Calvin Harris has removed the Sept. 9 tour date at Syracuse University from the tour schedule on his website. Earlier Wednesday,… Read more »
Zac Brown Band officially scheduled to perform in Carrier Dome in November
The Carrier Dome box office confirmed Friday that the Zac Brown Band will perform in the Carrier Dome at Syracuse University on Nov. 16 at 7 p.m.… Read more »
Under the stars: Everson Museum of Art hosts free movie nights
There’s nothing like a free outdoor movie on a hot summer night in Syracuse. The Everson Museum of Art is turning one of its outer walls into… Read more »
Sophistafunk brings signature retro style to local restaurant
Every generation has an identity all its own. It has its own culture, and it always has its own music. For a band to transcend… Read more »
Spidey sense: Spiderman reboot thrives with Garfield, Stone chemistry
Only five years after its last installment, the Spider-Man franchise has rebooted. The reason is simple: The studio did it for the money. Fans wanted… Read more »
Syracuse-based Sophistafunk to bring diverse set at Funk ‘n Waffles
The magic rule of three can be applied to multiple facets. In music, one needs to look no further than Syracuse, N.Y., to see how it… Read more »
Eye candy: Music videos that will make an impression
The year is more than halfway over, and from the fun and catchy to the hood anthems, there’s been plenty to listen to. The music… Read more »
Out of this world: Gory sci-fi film thrives despite complex plot
The best science fiction films pull moviegoers out of reality. They're dropped into someone else's bizarre imagination and forced to grapple with human themes in… Read more »
Folk band The Last Internationale, makes best out of small turnout with engaging show
Only a spotlight lit the stage as the band members took their places. Above them, a black banner read, 'The Last Delila's empowering vocals. Her… Read more »
Decibel : Lil by lil: Weezy's stalled career looks up after sub-par string of releases
Artist: Lil WayneAlbum: Tha Carter IVRecord Label: Cash MoneySoundwaves: 3.5/5 After two disappointing albums and a few less than stellar mixtapes, Lil Wayne finally got it… Read more »
Splice : Chimp Champ: Cult classic's prequel rises to occasion with nuanced acting, explosive scenes
'Rise of the Planet of the Apes'Director: Rupert WyattStarring: James Franco, Andy Serkis, John Lithgow, Freida PintoThe scathing reviews of Tim Burton's 2001 remake should… Read more »
Decibel : Rap Royalty: Kanye West and Jay-Z continue reign over hip-hop empire
Artist: Kanye West and Jay-ZAlbum: Watch the ThroneRecord Label: Roc-A-Fella RecordsSoundwaves: 4.5/5Sounds Like: 'My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy' crossed with 'The Black Album.'How does a… Read more »
Splice : Crazy in love: Top-notch cast shines in smart, romantic romp
'Crazy, Stupid, Love'Directors: Glenn Ficarra and John RequaStarring: Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling, Julianne Moore, Emma Stone4/5 popcornsDisarmingly funny and zany, 'Crazy, Stupid, Love' isn't just… Read more »
Decibel : Apology not accepted: Lil Wayne's appeal to fans can't save sorry mixtape
Artist: Lil WayneAlbum: Sorry 4 the WaitRecord Label: Young Money EntertainmentSoundwaves: 1.5/5Sounds Like: Lil Wayne at his nasally worstPolitically charged, socially aware or at least… Read more »
