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The Student Voice of Fordham Lincoln Center

The Observer

The Student Voice of Fordham Lincoln Center

The Observer

MARYANNA ANTOLDI, Arts & Culture Editor Emerita

All content by MARYANNA ANTOLDI
"Lobby Hero" stars Michael Cera, Chris Evans, Brian Tyree Henry (pictured), and Bel Powley. (COURTESY OF JOAN MARCUS)

“Lobby Hero”: Lasting the Test of Time

April 18, 2018

Late night, 1990s. The lobby of a modest apartment complex in New York City. This simple setting is the basis for director Kenneth Lonnergan’s two-hour drama “Lobby Hero,” playing now at the Hayes...

The Marvel Universe films have garnered much success over recent years. (COURTESY OF MARVEL STUDIOS)

What’s Marvel’s Real Secret for Success?

February 28, 2018

For nearly 10 years, Marvel Studios has handed fans some of the most successful superhero movies to date. Each film in the famed Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has garnered massive box office success,...

"Lady Bird" stars Saoirse Ronan as the title character. (COURTESY OF LINDSAY MACIK)

“Lady Bird:” The Coming-of-Age Story that Soars

November 16, 2017

A story is never captivating unless it resonates in your core. The feeling usually begins as a slight tickle of joy, causing you to settle further into your seat comfortably. Then, as the film progresses,...

This year's Halloween party will be held on Oct. 31 (ASEAH KHAN/ THE OBSERVER)

CAB Plans a Sweet-Themed Halloween Party

October 26, 2017

Halloween is a time for people of all ages to dress up in costume and attend amazing parties. For students at Fordham Lincoln Center (FLC), the members of the Campus Activities Board (CAB) have got you...

Daenerys Targaryen exchanges a glance with her trusted advisor, Tyrion Lannister. (PHOTO COURTESY OF HBO)

“Game of Thrones” Preserves Its Reign

September 14, 2017

Quite possibly the hottest show of the summer was the newest season of HBO’s fantasy series “Game of Thrones.” Based off the bestselling novels by George R.R. Martin, the television show launched...

Momo (right) and Kelly-Fair (center) have worked on numerous films together over their college career. (COURTESY OF SABRINA POLKOWSKI)

Student Filmmakers Find Summer Success

September 2, 2017

Over the summer, two incredible Fordham College at Lincoln Center (FCLC) student filmmakers, Luke Momo, FCLC ‘19, and Nevin Kelly-Fair, FCLC ‘19, reached new heights with their filmmaking careers....

"Bebette," Barone's latest novel, released in May. (MARYANNA ANTOLDI/THE OBSERVER)

The Captivating Story Behind “Bebette”

June 14, 2017

It takes a certain amount of courage to write a novel inspired by true events. In fact, it is especially laudable when said novel tackles the physical and mental hardships that arrive with a cancer diagnosis....

"Wonder Woman" is the crowning jewel of the DC Universe, whose movies are often mediocre at best. (COURTESY OF WARNER BROS.)

“Wonder Woman” Dominates the DC Universe

June 5, 2017

In a world where superheroes are primarily machismo men fighting to make the world a better place, it is about time that the world of comic-based movies included a film with a woman in the leading role....

Jordan Horowitz holds up the Best Picture card for "Moonlight." (OSCARS/GETTY IMAGES)

An Oscars That Was Worth the Wait

March 9, 2017
Another great year for cinema has come and gone, and with it came the Oscars—a glamorous night honoring the Academy’s favorite films that excites both actors and cinephiles alike.
The Mowgli’s performed hit songs such as “San Francisco” and “I’m Good.” (MARYANNA ANTOLDI/THE OBSERVER)

The Mowgli’s Wow at Winterfest

February 8, 2017
The stage was set in Pope Auditorium this past Friday as hundreds of students filed in for Fordham Lincoln Center’s (FLC) annual Winterfest concert event, hosted by the Campus Activities Board.
"Patterson" stars Adam Driver as a bus driver who "secretly" writes poetry. (MARYANNA ANTOLDI/ THE OBSERVER)

“Paterson” is NYFF’s Hidden Gem

October 22, 2016
For the 54th consecutive year, the New York Film Festival (NYFF) will introduce cinephiles to the best films of the season from top directors and actors worldwide.
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