What ‘The Grudge’ Reveals About The Effects Of Western Religion On Horror Culture
While ‘The Grudge’ will probably appeal only to those who are already fans of the franchise, it presents an excellent juxtaposition between Japanese and American horror films.
True-Life Drama With A-List Cast Honors Heroes Who Gave ‘The Last Full Measure’
In “Last Full Measure,” top Marvel actors Sebastian Stan and Samuel L. Jackson lead a star-studded cast in a Vietnam War drama that spotlights how much military families give their nation.
It’s True, The Oscars Snubbed Jennifer Lopez
In ‘Hustlers,’ Jennifer Lopez transformed into a difficult character, masterfully conveying layers of class tension and womanhood that less capable actresses wouldn’t have grasped.
‘1917’ Tells One Of The Greatest Stories Of Courage Since ‘Saving Private Ryan’
‘1917,’ which follows the release of Peter Jackson’s groundbreaking World War I documentary by one year, shares a story of selflessness and honor through technically dazzling cinematic effects.
Why Greta Gerwig’s ‘Little Women’ Is A Huge Letdown
‘Little Women’ is so important and transcends each generation because it captures the differences between women — in personalities, desires, and fortunes. Greta Gerwig’s rendition didn’t quite cut it.
No, Hallmark Movies Are Not ‘Fascist Propaganda’
Contrary to what feminist writer Amanda Marcotte says, stories of heterosexual monogamous courting, like Hallmark movies, are the exact opposite of fascism.
‘Harriet’ Is True To History And True To Her Christian Faith
‘Harriet’ is finely done and despite the usual amount of creative liberties in historic films, many aspects of the movie offer an accurate and balanced view of both Tubman and our country’s history.
Why ‘Terminator: Dark Fate’ Is Still Worth Your Time
It may have bombed at the box office, but ‘Terminator: Dark Fate’ proves why the franchise will continue to resonate with fans.
Shia LaBeouf’s ‘Peanut Butter Falcon’ Is A Hit In The Heartland
“The Peanut Butter Falcon,” which just hit $20 million at the box office, was reportedly “buoyed by America’s heartland.”
Joaquin Phoenix Rises To Create Devastatingly Deranged ‘Joker’
‘Joker’ is such an original and immersive journey into madness that its distracting comic-book connection could be considered a drawback.
Natalie Portman’s Disappointing ‘Lucy In The Sky’ Is Definitely No Diamond
‘Lucy in the Sky’ is the second flick in two weeks about an emotionally broken astronaut who goes rogue with no regard for the consequences.
Delightful ‘Downton Abbey’ Makes Royally Entertaining Big-Screen Debut
‘Downton Abbey’ devotees will be delighted by the big-screen debut of the series that made post-Edwardian elegance so irresistible for six seasons.
Without The ‘Blade’ Trilogy, The Marvel Cinematic Universe Wouldn’t Exist
Blade’s sword-wielding, crime-fighting ways — and the progression of the trilogy itself — gave us all the opportunity to learn the name Thanos.
A Female 007 Leaves Bond Fans Shaken (Not Stirred), And For Good Reason
The spy film genre currently needs two things: a new James Bond, and an increase in clever female-driven spy films. These should be solved separately.
Hollywood Punishes VidAngel For Cleaning Up Their Smut
On June 17, VidAngel was handed a $62 million bill, payable to Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. While the company appeals, let’s puzzle over what Disney could possibly do with more control and money.
HBO’s ‘Chernobyl’ Gives Voice To Ordinary Soviets’ Horror Of Socialism
The horror onscreen is just a single dramatized moment of the everyday Soviet experience, the logical outcome of central planning, secrecy, and devaluation of individual life.
Netflix And Disney Don’t Get To Decide Georgia’s Abortion Laws
Consumers should fight back and let Netflix know that it can’t transplant its values to Georgia or any other state exercising its system of democracy.
‘Wine Country’ Is Just Terrible, And The Inside Jokes Might Be Why
‘Wine Country’ is outright cringe-inducing from start to finish, save for a merciful flash of comedy every 20 minutes or so. Not even a bottle of cab can dull the pain.
Yes, ‘Chick Flick’ Is Still A Perfectly Valid Label
It’s okay that we have a gendered and trivializing label for these movies because they’re reasonably gendered and reasonably trivial.
Google Marks Pro-Life Film ‘Propaganda,’ But Labels Literal Nazi Propaganda Film ‘History’
Google search results label ‘Unplanned’ a propaganda film, but ‘Triumph of the Will’ a history/war movie.
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