The ‘House of the Dragon’ Premiere is a Strong Palate Cleanser
The ‘Game of Thrones’ prequel carries the weight of the franchise’s future well in its premiere episode. Continue reading The ‘House of the Dragon’ Premiere is a Strong Palate Cleanser
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HBO’s Princess Diana Documentary is Compelling but Incomplete
‘The Princess’ uses Diana’s still-striking image to re-litigate the media and the public’s role in her life and death. Continue reading HBO’s Princess Diana Documentary is Compelling but Incomplete
Thankfully, ‘Succession’ is Still Television’s Most Chaotic Show
The Roys and all of their rich people neuroses are back to wreak havoc on prestige TV. Continue reading Thankfully, ‘Succession’ is Still Television’s Most Chaotic Show
‘Lovecraft Country’ Shatters Expectations to Excavate Generational Black Trauma
HBO’s supernatural series is an ambitious, audacious reclamation of Black genre fiction. Continue reading ‘Lovecraft Country’ Shatters Expectations to Excavate Generational Black Trauma
Why ‘Game of Thrones’ is the Most Forgotten Show of All Time
The HBO fantasy series’ deeply unpopular ending ruined its long-term prospects by depleting its replay value and squandering years of goodwill. Continue reading Why ‘Game of Thrones’ is the Most Forgotten Show of All Time
What Hollywood Can Learn From ‘Schitt’s Creek’ and the Socially-Distant Emmys
The first socially-distant ceremony of the fall awards season wasn’t a disaster; the Oscars should take notes. Continue reading What Hollywood Can Learn From ‘Schitt’s Creek’ and the Socially-Distant Emmys
Regina King Leads the War Against White Supremacy in the Arresting Premiere of Watchmen
HBO’s highly-anticipated adaptation of the celebrated graphic novel gets off to a bizarre, fascinating start. Continue reading Regina King Leads the War Against White Supremacy in the Arresting Premiere of Watchmen
The Biggest Surprises of the 2019 Primetime Emmy Nominations
A very great day for Thrones, a not-so-good day for Richard Madden and Christine Baranski. Continue reading The Biggest Surprises of the 2019 Primetime Emmy Nominations