The new “Mean Girls” movie musical adaptation falls short because of the lack of musical talent. The casting directors casted too many people without experience, our Screentime Columnist writes. Read more »
Movie columnist Erik Benjamin takes readers through his experience at the fifth annual D23 convention. Hearing from major stars like Whoopi Goldberg and Oprah made up for spending endless hours in line, he writes. Read more »
The Dark Universe franchise had potential to be great, but the filmmakers put more effort on their superstar than they did on the storyline and production, movie columnist Erik Benjamin argues. Read more »
Movie columnist Erik Benjamin shares his top five picks for movies set to be released in summer 2017. Read more »
Movie columnist Lilly Stuecklen takes a look at Hollywood star Chris Pratt’s young and budding career. Read more »
Movie columnist Erik Benjamin argues that if Will Smith actually lands the role of the Genie in “Aladdin,” he will put his own twist on the character. Read more »
Movie columnist Lilly Stuecklen looks at the daring jump Hasbro has made in the film industry. Read more »
Hollywood is looking to make money beyond the big screen, and new opportunities are popping up in more places than you might expect. Read more »
Movie columnist Erik Benjamin breaks down Zach Braff’s latest film “Going in Style,” and why the 50+ audience might be more valuable than you think. Read more »
The young indie distributor is leaving low-quality films for other companies, while giving audiences high-class titles. Read more »
Due to the success of Alec Baldwin’s performance in “The Boss Baby,” movie columnist Erik Benjamin looks at the most iconic animated performances of all time. Read more »
“Beauty and the Beast” and “Power Rangers” both include gay characters, showing Hollywood isn’t letting its financial greed get in the way of inclusivity. Read more »
In all the excitement of Syracuse Basketball, columnist Erik Benjamin creates his dream movie of Jim Boeheim’s life, from finding the writer and director to casting the perfect actors. Read more »
The word “festival” evokes some shudder-inducing images: basic white girls misappropriating Native American culture, EDM, hula-hoopers and heavy Instagram filters. However, there exists a different… Read more »
Movie columnist Erik Benjamin breaks down why “Beauty and the Beast” smashed the record books, and what it means to him personally. Read more »
Not everyone goes on a wild trip during the week off from classes, and movie columnist Lilly Stuecklen has a fine alternative. Read more »
Movie columnist Erik Benjamin breaks down the opening weekend of “The Shack” and discusses why the faith-based genre is so successful despite being insufficiently catered to. Read more »
Alternative marketing tactics can make or break a film. For proof, just take a look at how Gore Verbinski’s latest tactic fared. Read more »
As the barriers for entry for filmmakers crash down, opportunities are arising for self-made films to flourish. Pixar, noting this trend, has introduced a class on their secrets. Read more »
Pulp's movie columnists Erik Benjamin and Lilly Stuecklen give their take on who will walk home with an Oscar tonight. Read more »
Movie columnist Lilly Stuecklen discusses how comedian Jordan Peele tackles societal issues with his smart new horror film. Read more »
“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 »
For too long, film studios fit into the same mold. A24 is breaking out and doing things to a totally different tune. Read more »
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 »
