Tag: column
Bourque: Atlanta rapper Russ rules Goldstein Auditorium during Bandersnatch
University Union hosted its first Bandersnatch concert of the semester Friday night in Goldstein Auditorium. Rapper Russ headlined the show. Read More »
In Jordan Peele’s “Get Out,” reality is the scariest thing
Movie columnist Lilly Stuecklen discusses how comedian Jordan Peele tackles societal issues with his smart new horror film. Read More »
The ‘La La Land’ review you've been waiting for
It’s about time humor columnist Patty Terhune fulfilled her destiny as a television, radio and film student and wrote about “La La Land.” Read More »
Music & Memory is changing how doctors treat memory-related diseases in the elderly
Music has always helped people emotionally, but columnist Jenny Bourque looks into an organization using that for their benefit Read More »
'The Great Wall' mirrors a changing global economy, with a hint of white
“The Great Wall” opened last weekend in the U.S. to mixed results, despite being an overwhelming success in China. This film represents a shift away from an American film economy, despite relying on actors like Matt Damon to sell tickets. Read More »
How to show your friend from home around SU
Friends from home seem to be coming up to visit around this time of year, and there’s a lot more to do than sitting in Wendy’s parking lots like at home. It’s time to show them around Syracuse. Read More »
Aaron Carter released a new EP and it's actually decent
Music columnist Christine Chung is excited to share that Aaron Carter — her first crush — released new music after nine years. It's not as bad as she thought. Read More »
‘The Simpsons’ are the closest thing to modern-day prophets
TV columnist Malvika Randive writes how “The Simpsons” possess the supernatural ability to hilarious predict future events. Read More »
A24 is competing with Disney with only a fraction of the budget
For too long, film studios fit into the same mold. A24 is breaking out and doing things to a totally different tune. Read More »
Prince’s music on Spotify makes us wonder about the resistance against streaming services
Now that Prince is available on streaming services, columnist Jenny Bourque wonders how long until the rest of the remaining hesitant artists follow. Read More »
A love letter to Hungry Chuck’s on Valentine’s Day
Humor columnist Patty Terhune writes a last love letter to her beloved bar. Read More »
‘Fifty Shades Darker’ does not have to be a guilty pleasure
Movie columnist Erik Benjamin argues “Fifty Shades Darker” can be much more than a guilty pleasure. It might just be the perfect source of escapism. Read More »
Is monogamy old news? Polyamory is gaining traction, and pop culture should catch on
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, sex and health columnist Renata Husted explains how some people are sending flowers to more than one sweetheart. Read More »
Why Josh Feinblatt doesn't love Valentine's Day
Josh Feinblatt hates Valentine's Day -- even though he has a girlfriend. He'd rather just pay sale price for chocolate the day after Valentine's Day. Read More »
Whatever happened to giving people mixtapes?
Music columnist Christine Chung really wants you to make a mixtape this Valentine's Day. Read More »
Bourque: I don't know anything about EDM, but I loved seeing it live
Music columnist Jenny Bourque went to her first EDM concert ever -- and she loved it. Read More »
Syracuse can learn from Seattle… when it comes heroin
The U.S. opioid epidemic knows no boarders. Columnist Renata Husted explains how Syracuse can look to Seattle for inspiration on how cities are trying to combat it. Read More »
British TV industry is getting richer and the US is its biggest market
TV columnist Malvika Randive talks about the recent growth of the British Television industry, and why British shows are in demand for American audiences. Read More »
This year’s Oscar nominations point to roadblocks
Movie columnist Lilly Stuecklen has Oscar dreams, but Hollywood’s current climate proves a lot of norms stand in her way. Read More »
40 years after Fleetwood Mac's 'Rumours,' Stevie Nicks is still one of rock's biggest icons
Despite Fleetwood Mac being a thing of the past, columnist Jenny Bourque believes Stevie Nicks is still a force to be reckoned with. Read More »
Super Bowl weekend proves to be scary at box office
Super Bowl weekend typically isn’t a good time to release a film. Movie columnist Erik Benjamin shares why horror genres can break that trend. Read More »
London has unsuitable, yet charming city layout
Abroad columnist Saniya More writes about London’s unplanned urban structure that makes it one of the world’s most important cities. Read More »