‘Man on a Ledge’  premiered yesterday in theaters across the world. The film starring Sam Worthington, Elizabeth Banks, Jamie Bell, Ed Harris, and Edward Burns, has been one of the mot anticipated releases for 2012. When I first saw the previews in theaters, I found myself counting down the days until its premiere.

When January 27 finally arrived,  I got my boyfriend and a group of our closest friends for a Friday night group date, which is the best way (in my opinion) to enjoy a movie of this sort. The ironic thing about this group date was that everyone involved, except for my boyfriend and I, studied criminal justice at John Jay, which actually made the outing so much more enjoyable and interesting.

Before I go to see a movie I always check out the reviews, just to get an idea of what to expect. For this film, the reviews were slightly dismal and made me a bit skeptical. But naturally all my friends wanted to see it, so I had no problem paying to see it as well because I was in such good company.

Now, for those of you who are not familiar with the film ‘Man on a Ledge,’ here is a quick synopsis from MovieFone:

In the heart-pounding thriller ‘Man on a Ledge’, Nick Cassidy (Sam Worthington) makes a desperate and life-threatening move to prove his innocence after he is framed for the theft of a rare, prized diamond. Recently escaped from prison and with nowhere else to go, Nick climbs onto the ledge of a towering skyscraper, inviting the eyes of New York City to anxiously watch as one wrong step could mean plunging to his death. But as one police negotiator soon learns, Nick’s daredevil stunt, captivating the eyes of the public and media, masks a dangerous ploy to reveal the truth about his tarnished name. With the help of his brother and with time running out, Nick’s intricate plan must work perfectly, but when you’re on the 25th floor ledge of a building, going down takes on an entirely more hair-raising meaning.

I would give this movie 4 out of 5 stars.  From the start of the movie, I was drawn into the plot. One would think the story line to be cliched and predictable because there are so many movies about people trying to prove their innocence, but there are tons of twist and turns in this movie that you wouldn’t expect. What I also enjoyed about this movie was the fact that there were bits of comedic relief during moments of suspense in the film. What kept me from giving this movie a 5 was the fact that I was left with a lot of questions at the end about a few things that happened in the plot and about a few of the characters.

Although I enjoyed the movie, I thought my John Jay friends would be the movie’s harshest critics but to my surprise they all enjoyed it and one of them even said that movie reminded them of why they chose this career path in the first place. I speak for all of us when I recommend seeing this film.

If you can’t see the film this week, but would love to have a movie night with a group of your closest friends, here is a coupon for DVD Funhouse (click the photo for a printable page):

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I came to the city on a solo journey to pursue my hopes and dreams. When the stress of NYC starts to build and the wind chills me to my bones, I find myself face-to-face with an all too familiar symptom: homesickness. Did I really give up the sunny beaches at my home in Florida for this?

Whenever I get a little homesick I’ve found that the best way to make me feel better is to send a little love home. In this day and age, technology like emails, phone calls, and texting make communication with loved ones a lot easier, but also a lot more impersonal. That’s why every once in a while I like to mail a hand written letter or send a small package to a friend or family member.

Do you know that feeling when you receive a package in the mail? It’s a wonderful sensation. It’s something tangible that your mom or brother hand packaged and shipped to you. Reciprocating that feeling to someone else is just as comforting, knowing that you mailed a little piece of love to someone you care about makes the distance seem a lot less isolating.

The week I moved to NYC, I went to the nearest post office and got a P.O. Box to make receiving mail easier in the long run. Let’s face it, for as often as New Yorkers move in and out of apartments, it’s much more assuring to know that your mail only will be sent to one fixed destination.

There’s a lot of great mailbox options throughout the city, and not just the U.S. Postal Service. There are several private companies where you can rent out a personal mailbox. I found a great coupon from MBE (Mail Boxes Etc.) in the Campus Clipper coupon book for an awesome deal on their services. Sending letters and packages has become increasingly expensive as the price of stamps rise, so finding cheap deals to send home a package to the family is a huge help. Just the other day, I sent a small package to someone and it cost me nearly $10!

Send mail the right way and get yourself a personal mailbox at a mailbox center near by. It’s worth it, trust me.

Paul, Auburn University 2012

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My biggest passion in life is comedy. It’s like I have some cancer that makes me find out anything and everything that’s funny. In fact, that’s why I came to New York City—it’s the mecca of comedy, from stand up to improv, it’s here.

I started performing stand up comedy last year, and there’s no greater sensation in the world. It’s terrifying and utterly liberating all in the same moment. Just making one person laugh, one time, is a huge reward. I’ve become addicted to the sound of laughter I receive after I get through telling a story or making a witty remark (maybe people are just laughing at me).

I’m so in love with the comedy found in NYC that it’s not funny. Seriously.

It’s ironic that the thing I’m most serious about in life is something that’s far from it.  I urge everyone to dive into the comedy scene, whether you’re performing or enjoying (or both), because everybody needs a little more laughter in life. Go out and do something, like stand up shows, improv shows, or karaoke. What better way to laugh than at your friends trying to belt out lyrics from The Spice Girls?

Joking aside, with a quick web search you can find loads of cheap or free comedy shows all across the city. My favorite, Gotham Comedy Club, hosts a free open mic every Monday; a very cool venue to check out.

Also, if a hilarious night of karaoke with some close friends hits your funny bone, then I found a great coupon for “Karaoke Boho” in the Campus Clipper for 50% Sunday-Thursday and 25% Friday-Saturday. Don’t forget your student ID!

Paul, Auburn University 2012

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Right now, the majority of you students have spent your time on the internet searching for money saving deals because you’ve “lavishly” spent the money your parents have constantly told you to save. I say “lavishly” because we all know we search our rooms finding items we have no clue the reason it has been bought. Don’t worry, you’re not alone; I sit here as the “starving college student” and writing about the one thing my parents tell me not to do, “spend my money.”

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