The Oswegonian

The Independent Student Newspaper of Oswego State

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Dec. 25, 2024

Entertainment News

Disney to acquire Twentieth Century Fox in first half of 2019

Over the past few weeks, Twentieth Century Fox has been quietly rearranging its release calendar, moving some of its high-profile projects almost a year back. This is most likely in light of the fast-approaching merger with Disney, which is expected…

Bradley Cooper, Lady Gaga hit home run with ‘A Star is Born’

4/5 Stars The horses are off and running, and the race has officially begun. Jackson Maine (Bradley Cooper, “The Avengers: Infinity War”) is a rock star who sells out stadiums but doubles as an alcoholic and drug addict with tinnitus….

‘Vice’ trailer shows off another overweight Christian Bale

With the never-ending barrage of trailers that Hollywood likes to dump on the public at certain points of the year, it can be easy for good content to get lost in the shuffle. However, there was one trailer that stood…

George Carlin biopic in works from ‘Moneyball’ writer

Those who are fans of stand-up comedians will almost certainly be familiar with George Denis Patrick Carlin, a prolific comedian and actor from the 90s. Having also written several books like “When Will Jesus Bring the Pork Chops,” “Napalm and…

New photos emerge, shed light on Joaquin Phoenix Joker standalone

Recent footage of Joaquin Phoenix (“You Were Never Really Here”) as the Joker has fans divided. A teaser trailer featuring Phoenix in a look reminiscent of classic whiteface clown makeup surfaced as early as Sept. 16, 2018. The look also…

Henry Cavill hangs up tights for good

Just when Warner Bros. could not possibly screw things up worse than it already has with the DC Extended Universe, or “Worlds of DC,” it does exactly that. According to an article released on Sept. 12 by The Hollywood Reporter,…

Academy Award pre-season rundown predictions

With months to go until the 91st Academy Awards, Hollywood is buzzing with predictions for major nominees. Wins from last year’s awards include “The Shape of Water,” Sam Rockwell (“Three Billboards Outside Ebbing”) for supporting actor and Gary Oldman (“Darkest…

Legendary film star Burt Reynolds dead at 82

Burt Reynolds, one of the most charismatic and successful actors of his generation, passed away at the age of 82 from a heart attack. His passing on Sept. 6 came very unexpectedly, as Reynolds still had upcoming roles. Reynolds recently…

‘Popular Film’ Oscar category put on hold

The Oscars are safe… for now. Following backlash to the announcement of an “Outstanding Achievement in Popular Film” category, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has decided to scrap the award altogether. In a statement given by Academy…

Louis C.K. unexpected return causes surprising reactions

What seemed like a benign weekend night out at one of New York’s most revered comedy clubs, the Comedy Cellar, turned into one of the most surprising and contentious comedy sets in recent memory with the return of controversial comedian Louis…