‘Cabaret,’ American Exceptionalism, and History’s Worst RefrainThis 58-year-old musical is an essential text for understanding the 2024 U.S. sociopolitical terrain.Nov 17Nov 17
‘The Wild Robot’ is Straight-Up GorgeousChris Sanders’ film adaptation is a stunning visual tale that provokes thoughts, laughs, and tears alike.Sep 291Sep 291
Published inFanfare‘The Substance’ is the Body Horror Movie We DeserveWriter-director Coralie Fargeat spares no one’s stomach while skewering our violent benchmarks for beautySep 2236Sep 2236
Retro Review: To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie NewmarThe mother of all drag comedies should be required viewing for everyone.Sep 102Sep 102
Published inFanfare‘The Crow’ is a Strange Animal IndeedRupert Sanders’ version of a beloved ’90s cult classic takes bold risks with mixed rewardAug 264Aug 264
Published inFanfareMy Favorite Romantic Subplot: ArrivalDenis Villeneuve’s surreal sci-fi drama tells many stories at once with grace and narrative magic.Jul 146Jul 146
Published inFanfareLonglegs is a Violently Uncomfortable FilmOz Perkins’ deft direction builds a world of organic dread & audience captivity.Jul 1216Jul 1216
Published inFanfareMy Favorite Cult Film: JawbreakerDarren Stein’s dark comedy is a shiny, twisted example of camp done seriously.Jun 187Jun 187
Published inFanfare‘I Saw the TV Glow’ is a Visceral Ode to Queer MillennialsJane Schoenbrun’s retro art horror film is a cultural and emotional mosaic for a certain teenage experience.May 1912May 1912
Published inFanfare‘Sunset Blvd.’ is My Favorite Movie About MoviesBilly Wilder’s noir classic encompasses everything wonderful and terrible about the behemoth of HollywoodApr 1918Apr 1918
