Ali Wong and Steven Yuen in this riotously funny and deeply profound story about how “hurt people” hurt people. Continue reading Netflix’s ‘Beef’ Hilariously Indulges in the Pleasures and Perils of Pettiness
Teyana Taylor shines in filmmaker A.V. Rockwell’s powerful spotlight on a complicated but loving Black family. Continue reading ‘A Thousand and One’ Weaves a Nuanced Tale Of Black Families in Harlem
After last year’s startling low, the 95th Academy Awards returned with an open-hearted embrace of optimism and a collective love of movies. Continue reading How the 2023 Oscars Rejected Cynicism
With the 95th Academy Awards days away, these nominees are closest to victory (or at least have a reasonable shot). Continue reading Who Will, Could, and Should Win at the 2023 Oscars
Michael B. Jordan flexes his directorial muscles in this assured, surprisingly inventive extension of the Creed franchise. Continue reading ‘Creed III’ is a Stunning, Anime-Influenced Knockout
Sarah Polley and her ensemble bring difficult discussions of sexual violence to life with stunning clarity. Continue reading The Searing ‘Women Talking’ Reclaims Power Through Painful but Vital Debate
Sony Pictures Classics’ re-release of Ang Lee’s wuxia masterpiece is a stunningly rendered reminder of Michelle Yeoh’s genius. Continue reading ‘Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon’ and Michelle Yeoh Achieve Transcendence in 4K
Julianne Moore and Sebastian Stan have fun toying with the lifestyles of the rich and ruthless. Continue reading ‘Sharper’ is a Sleek and Sexy Scammers’ Paradise
