Sydney Brumfield
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Review: Horror film is a beautiful catastrophe
In the 1979 back country of Texas, entrails are splattered, lives are irreversibly changed and cinema is made in Ti West’s new film, “X.” Though this film may not be for viewers with a weak stomach, with exceptional writing, staggering visuals, compelling characters and superb editing, “X” is a masterpiece. “X” follows a group of starving artists who venture to a farm with the hopes of making… → Read More
Review: New Beach House album offers nothing new to fans
Beach House creates another collection of dream-pop, ethereal-sounding songs. → Read More
Column: Awards lack representation
The film industry severely lacks diversity when it comes to award nominations. → Read More
Review: Sequel to Netflix’s “Tall Girl” still can’t reach standards
Looking for a film that evokes the feelings of polite indifference and boredom? Look no further than the most unnecessary sequel of the year, “Tall Girl 2.” Directed by Emily Ting, “Tall Girl 2” relies heavily on the character arcs and relationships from the first film, aptly named “Tall Girl” (2019), leaving viewers to have to remember back to the first film if they’d like to try and elicit… → Read More
Column: The culture surrounding anime
As I have begun watching more anime, I have noticed a whirlwind of controversy, opposition and obsession surrounding the genre. → Read More
Review: Netflix rom-com is a lackluster wreck
The Royal Treatment uses tired rom-com conventions to build a performative, awkward and boring narrative structure. → Read More
Review: Snail Mail crushes heartache in ‘Valentine’
“Valentine” is an excellent album, both for listeners looking for an outlet to express the heartache that feels like it may never heal and fans of the indie genre looking for a new female voice. → Read More
VIC Radio hosts fundraiser event for Southside Community Center
This year, VIC radio held its annual fundraising party to raise money for Ithaca's Southside Community Center. → Read More
Review: Remi Wolf offers unique blend of pop, funk and soul
On “Juno,” the complex makeup of the album's tracks makes it impossible to simply thrown on as background music. → Read More
Review: Latest Nick Cage disaster features disturbing scenes
The newest Nick Cage movie is as disturbing in its excessive gore as it is in the way it treats its female characters. → Read More
Veganism plants roots in campus community
Junior Maddy Leitner enjoys a Jonah’s Jive sandwich, one of the plant-based options from Ithaca Bakery on Sept. 6 in IC Square. → Read More
Review: Highly anticipated sci-fi movie lacks substance
“Reminiscence” is trying to do too much in the time constraint placed upon a feature film. The environment and plot had a lot of potential to be great, but it missed the mark. → Read More
Review: “Free Guy” brings sharp writing and humor to action genre
While being an extremely entertaining summer action flick, “Free Guy” also explores complex and relevant themes with a dash of intellect. → Read More
Review: Horror film twists tropes
“Things Heard & Seen” is a new approach on the familiar horror-trope of a family getting more than they bargained for when spirits accompany their new home. → Read More
Review: Crime-thriller film gives power to female leads
Giving a much-needed breath of fresh air to the crime-thriller genre, “I Care a Lot” is a gratifying adrenaline rush from start to finish. → Read More
Review: Italian film paints story of love, loss and betrayal
“L'ultimo paradiso” is a melodramatic Italian film that lets intrigue take full control over the narrative with little semblance of realism. → Read More
Couples keep love alive online
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, one of the few holidays left unscathed by the COVID-19 pandemic is approaching. Love is in the air, but relationships look a little different this year. → Read More
Review: Bruce Springsteen delivers disappointing album
Bruce Springsteen released his 20th album, “Letter To You,” composed of tracks both old and new. → Read More