Writer: Nate Lechner
D.O. screentime columnists reveal 2025 Oscars picks
As this year's awards season comes to an end, the Daily Orange screen columnists share their Oscars predictions. Read More »
‘The Thing With Feathers’ explores complex approach to grief
Benedict Cumberbatch delivers an emotional performance as a grieving father in the film “The Thing with Feathers.” Read More »
‘Plainclothes’ premieres Syracuse-based story to sold-out audience
Syracuse-based film "Plainclothes" premiered Sunday at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Read More »
‘OBEX’ traps viewers in '80s-style video game with emotional nostalgia
In "OBEX," writer-director and lead Albert Birney takes the audience on an emotional journey while his character is trapped in an '80s-style video game. Read More »
‘The Librarians’ explores censorship in school libraries
Kim A. Snyder’s ‘The Librarians’ documents librarians fighting against censorship in public schools. Read More »
Syracuse-based film 'Plainclothes' set to premiere at Sundance Film Festival
"Plainclothes" pulls from director Carmen Emmi’s personal experiences growing up in Syracuse. Read More »
50 years later, ‘The Godfather Part II' proves its timeless legacy
Francis Ford Coppola’s “The Godfather Part II” explores complex themes of morality, corruption and criminality through emotional acting performances. Read More »
‘Gladiator II’ fails to match predecessor's success
Although "Gladiator II" features entertaining performances, the film does not live up to its predecessor's depth. Read More »
‘Agatha All Along’ adds much-needed magic to MCU
The lighthearted and emotional storytelling of “Agatha All Along,” a spin-off of “WandaVision,” makes it stand out from other shows in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Read More »
Why so (un)serious? ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ is just a fantastical production
“Joker: Folie à Deux,” the sequel to 2019's "Joker," falls short of fans’ expectations, turning a serious social commentary into an unserious musical. Read More »
Coppola's 'Megalopolis' is a $120 million letdown
Francis Ford Coppola’s passion project film “Megalopolis" falls short of expectations with an overly complicated plot and incoherent acting. Read More »
Billy Joel will perform in JMA Wireless Dome for 8th time, breaking his record
Billy Joel and Sting are set to perform in the JMA Wireless Dome on April 11, Live Nation and the Dome staff announced Thursday. Read More »
'Losing Grace Finding Hope' hopes to raise suicide awareness at SIFF
This Suicide Prevention Month, the Syracuse International Film Festival will be showing Sue Loncar’s documentary, “Losing Grace Finding Hope,” in honor of her daughter who died by suicide. Read More »
Screentime: Our reactions to 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,' Henry's trip to TIFF
On the next episode of "Screentime," Nate and Henry discuss "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" and some of the marquee releases at the Toronto International Film Festival. Read More »
Screentime Podcast: Columnists discuss the best, worst of Summer 2024
As the summer comes to a close, Senior Staff Writers Nate Lechner and Henry O'Brien discuss the movies that defined the season Read More »
For newcomer vendors, the Great NY State Fair holds promise
At the Great New York State Fair, attendees aren't the only ones who come from far and wide. This year, vendors showcased their products after long hours of travel and work. Read More »
Four underrated movies produced this summer that are worth your time
As the summer winds down, here is a list of movies you might have missed but are worth a watch. Read More »
‘House of the Dragon’ season 2 scrapes surface of war, leaving storylines unfulfilled
The fantasy adventure television show, “House of the Dragon” follows two siblings who cause a civil war fighting for their deceased father’s throne. The second season showcased some action-packed moments but left viewers wanting more. Read More »
'Deadpool & Wolverine' acts as franchise tribute, sends MCU fans down memory lane
Deadpool and Wolverine join forces in this franchise send-off, delivering fan-favorite moments of the Marvel Cinematic Universe while setting the stage for a new era. Read More »
‘Civil War’ presents a unique duality of violence, morality in war
Alex Garland’s “Civil War” fails to bring a new take on the genre. Director François Truffaut said that every war film ends up being pro-war. Read More »
Gear up for the Oscars with the help of our screentime columnists
Our Screentime Columnists predict “Oppenheimer” wins big this week at the 96th Oscar Awards. Read More »
Sony’s ‘Madame Web’ is a stain on the superhero genre
“Madame Web” is a disappointing entry in the superhero genre. The film lacks any real charm and quality, appropriating key moments in Spider-Man movies. Read More »
Super Bowl LVIII commercials bring sequel films to the foreground
From time-traveling superheroes to animated emotions going insane, there was a preview for everyone during the Super Bowl broadcast. Here’s a look at five of the most exciting trailers that premiered on Sunday. Read More »