Tagged - Review
film
‘The Underdoggs’ (2024) review: An underwhelming sports story
“The Underdoggs” was about as predictable as “The Mighty Ducks” or “Air Bud,” except without a unique twist — another generic sports film teetering between satire and genuineness. Written by Danny Segal and Isaac Schamis, the film was inspired by Snoop Dogg’s nonprofit youth football league, which supports inner-city kids across southern California getting involved […]
Classical
Going to Eastman symphony after a long day
After a long day of classes, reading, and writing, my friends and I decided to take advantage of the opportunities Rochester has to offer and went to the recurring Symphony at Eastman off the cuff. For Eastman students, it’s not just an off-the-cuff opportunity, though; it’s an assignment, an opportunity to showcase the talents they […]
film
“Argylle” (2024) review: A convoluted mess
I’m just going to come out and say it: “Argylle” bored me. Not even the star-studded ensemble cast could hold this story together. Read More
Academy Awards
“The Holdovers” (2024) review: Holding Oscar nominations
“The Holdovers,” directed by Alexander Payne, is a surprisingly upbeat and touching film that explores depression and loss. Read More
film
‘Saltburn’ takes a shallow dive into obsession. A deeper review
"Saltburn" builds a universe of vapidity, the depraved, and the beautiful. And like its characters, the movie is gorgeous but shallow. Read More
books
‘Infinite Jest’: A must-read in a digital age
These days our technologies — phones, laptops, personal voice assistants — seem to dominate every sphere of our existence. Take a walk through the dining hall, or Rush Rhees, and look around; you’ll be hard pressed to find a person whose eyes aren’t — at least periodically — glued to their phone screen or laptop. […]
food
CT Eats: Eating in ROC for Dummies
So, be you vegan or omnivorous, in search of brunch or lunch, really hungry or just sorta in the middle, Rochester’s got your back. Read More
frat party
ADP’s Ice Age, reviewed
UR fraternity Alpha Delta Phi held a party named after Ice Age on Saturday night. I attended it with my fraught adult body. Read More