Throwback Corner: ‘The Dean Martin Show’ powerful
One of the staples of American TV for decades has been the talk show. During the ‘60s and ‘70s big band royalty graced one such show, “The Dean Martin Show” on a weekly basis. Technically speaking, the show was a…
Blood Runs Thick: Part Two
All of a sudden I jolt up. Waking up with cold sweat dripping down my face and panting like a dog. I look all around my room to double check that I’m actually in my apartment and…
Netflix: summer review of great, not so great originals
It’s time to catch up on all the binge-worthy summer Netflix originals that you may have missed while soaking up some sun and enjoying the beautiful weather this summer. Many series hit Netflix with a strong comeback, while…
‘Metroid Prime: Federation Force’ quick fires
“Meteoroid Prime: Federation Force” is a unique and worthwhile experience that is more a victim of Nintendo’s marketing than a game’s merit. The Metroid series has notably taken a backset in the mind of Nintendo, leaving…
‘Battlefield 1’ beta provides great hope for upcoming title
The Battlefield 1 multiplayer beta is finally out and it’s awesome. If the true game is anything like this demo, then it may be a masterpiece. The game developer Dice goes back to basics with…
Look at OZ: ‘Pokemon Go’ impacts campus
The “Pokémon GO” craze has swept its way onto the Oswego State campus. “Pokémon GO” is a free-to-play augmented reality mobile app that utilizes the user’s smart phone GPS capabilities and camera to allow players to…
Recap: stars shine at 2016 Video Music Awards
The VMA’s are known for crazy performances and that feeling of suspense as viewers never know what may happen. This year’s show aired on Aug. 28 and it was definitely a night to remember. It all…
‘War Dogs’ not as comedic as marketed, serious acting throughout
The trailers for “War Dogs,” make the film seem like another “bro-comedy,” with its only unique edge being that this time the “bros” in question are arms dealers during the height of the Iraq War. …
‘Blonde’ displays Ocean’s creativity, style as artist
Four years seems to be the designated amount of wait time for momentous occasions in modern society. Every four years there is a presidential election, a world cup, two Olympics, as well as other cultural affairs. This pattern…
Alvarez’s ‘Don’t Breathe’ proves to be powerful follow-up film
Director Fede Alvarez is back with his sophomore effort “Don’t Breathe” after making a name for himself a few years ago with his riveting reimagining of Sam Raimi’s 1981 horror classic “The Evil Dead.” It’s a fascinating transition…
