‘White Boy Rick’ Spins The Fate Of An FBI Drug Informant To Downplay Drug-Peddling
Some context is missing from the film, which portrays the informant as a Robin Hood figure of Detroit wronged by the feds.
‘Avengers: Infinity War’ Perfectly Captures The Despair That Marks America In 2018
The Avengers, like us, have good intentions. But they aren’t really good. And we don’t really believe we are either.
Why ‘A Quiet Place’ Might Be An Instant Classic
I don’t think anyone would have ever guessed that the guy who played Jim Halpert on the U.S. version of ‘The Office’ might have anything to do with a discussion of essential horror filmmakers.
What ‘Lady Bird’ Teaches Mothers And Daughters About Love
Neither mother nor daughter was perfect — in fact, their lack of communication and empathy could be infuriating. But in the ways Lady Bird and Marion tried, and failed, to express love to the other, we could see ourselves.
The 10 Best Films Of 2017
This was a truly great year for cinema, and I struggled over this list, especially since horror, my favorite film genre, has seen a massive resurgence of quality in the last decade.
Denzel Washington’s Latest Presents Two Choices For Race Relations And Life: Revenge Or Reconciliation
‘Roman J. Israel, Esq.’ asks: Is the answer to our racial woes an overwhelming protest of oppressed over the oppressor, or is it forgiveness and genuine reconciliation?
What ‘War For The Planet Of The Apes’ Reveals About Being Human
At times, it can almost seem ‘War for the Planet of the Apes’ is anti-human. Yet it really shows what is best, and worst, about humankind, and therefore defines it.
Marvel’s New ‘Spider-Man: Homecoming’ Portrays The Ideal American Millennial
This new ‘Spider-Man’ has none of the sweetness of the old comics or movies, none of the suffering—but all the gadgets and heroism audiences want.
Why Kids Don’t Need Their Movies Screened For Gender Stereotypes
Common Sense Media is one example of the progressive rush to save our children from sex. But they are shooting for the wrong goal.
Despite Its Terrible Name, ‘Baby Driver’ Is A Heist Movie That Defies Expectations
With ‘Baby Driver,’ Edgar Wright infuses the heist genre with an originality that’s consistent with his previous work.
‘X-Men’ Director Brett Ratner Is Right: Rotten Tomatoes Is Ruining Movies
A movie, like a painting, is composed of many hues and brushstrokes, and it’s not always helpful to reduce those complexities to a mere Rotten Tomatoes score.
2016’s Most Neglected Movies About Men You Still Need To See
Americans disagree whether it’s possible, necessary, or acceptable to focus on men. These movies explore these questions with insightful reflections on American society.
‘La La Land’ Will Relieve Your Cynicism About Politics And Love
In all this dream-chasing, where is love? And what if instead of a blissful career your dream becomes—inexorably, inescapably—a person? That’s what ‘La La Land’ asks.
Top 10 Biggest Blockbuster Movie Bombs Of 2016
As Hollywood congratulates itself for the money-making frame that just ended, allow me to point out the attempts that will not lead to bonus payouts in the executive offices.
5 Movies That Critics Love But Are Actually Complete Garbage
The BBC recently asked 177 movie critics to list the greatest films of the twenty-first century. They have no idea what they’re talking about.
‘The Little Prince’ Is Very Nearly A Triumph
Director Mark Osborne takes this classic tale and weaves it into a larger narrative, one that breathes new life into the simple story of a boy and his rose.
7 Reasons Beauty And The Beast Is Not a Tale Of Stockholm Syndrome
One quick Google search of ‘beauty and the beast’ and boom, you get all these angry, sad, reviewers trying to ruin another great movie.
Your Guide To This Weekend’s New Movies
Use these critics’ reviews to help you find a great movie this weekend.
Despite The Seedy Setting, ‘The Nice Guys’ Shine
The thing that sets ‘The Nice Guys’ apart is the magic that happens between Ryan Gosling, Russell Crowe, and Angourie Rice.
‘Batman v Superman’ Betrays Its Source Material And Audience
Superman, the ultimate symbol of all that is good, has been reduced to a magnet for fear and indignation, betrayed by the very people he wants so badly to protect.
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