The Oswegonian

The Independent Student Newspaper of Oswego State

DATE

Dec. 24, 2024

Television

Saturday Night Live’s 50th Anniversary episode filled with iconic moments

Rating: 4/5 stars “Saturday Night Live” premiered its historic 50th season on Sept. 28, hosted by recent Emmy-winner Jean Smart (“Hacks”), featuring musical guest, Jelly Roll (“Whitsitt Chapel”).  The famed sketch show recently was found to be a target for…

‘English Teacher’ gives comedy new life to young generations

Rating: 4/5 stars New television shows definitely had to adapt to the ever-changing world of social media and content. Humor and comedy have evolved with social media platforms such as TikTok and it seemed that some shows could not fully…

‘Mr. McMahon’ disappoints fans, leaving much desired on former WWE CEO’s true nature 

Rating: 2.5/5 stars Based on over 100 hours of interviews conducted over four years, “Mr. McMahon” fails expectations by not providing the entire tale of wrestling’s most powerful character. The man himself, Vince McMahon, lets you know this by beginning…

“The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” bends the rules of religion and social media in documentary

Reality television is no stranger to diving into the weird sides of any group whether that is people’s weird addictions or a family with quintuplets (five children born in the same pregnancy). So it is no surprise that another reality…

“Chimp Crazy” unleashes chaos on the dangers ofexotic pets

I love my dog, I love my cats, I love my fish; but never will I love anything the way Tonia Haddix loves chimpanzees. If you have ever wondered what it looks like when people develop unhealthy attachments to large,…

‘The Addams Family’ strikes match in audiences’ hearts

Rating: 5/5 Stars “They’re creepy! They’re cooky, mysterious and spooky!” The cast of SUNY Oswego’s production of “The Addams Family’’ is truly one for the ages. The cartoonish mannerisms of sophomore Ian Katz and junior Maximillian Collins as family patriarch…

George Carlin’s estate settles lawsuit over AI recreation of late comic

The estate of legendary comedian George Carlin has settled their lawsuit against the podcast “Dudesy,” which released an AI-generated comedy special titled “George Carlin: I’m Glad I’m Dead.” The special featured Carlin-like takes on modern issues and used his image…

Fallin’ for films: Movie recommendations for Halloween, autumn season

As it is now sweater in the morning, regret it in the afternoon weather, fans of cooler temperatures can start to embrace their love for the fall season. It is time for delicious pumpkin cookies, apple picking and spontaneous trips…

Dan Harmon expands comedic horizons with ‘Krapopolis’

Rating: 3.5/5 stars Krapopolis is a hilarious, animated Greek mythology-themed adult comedy by co-creator of “Rick and Morty” Dan Harmon (“Community”). It is easy to identify this show as a product of Harmon’s mind with the scattered witty humor and…

‘No One Will Save You’ will not impress you much either

Rating: 2/5 stars “No One Will Save You” is a newly released sci-fi thriller that follows Brynn (Kaitlyn Dever, “Ticket To Paradise”) as mysterious alien-like creatures begin to terrorize her. Directed by Brian Duffield (“Spontaneous”), “No One Will Save You”…