We’ll Always Deserve ‘The Good Place’
Michael Schur’s well of high-concept soulfood is the perfect binge watch for the bad, medium, and best of times. Read More
March 26, 2020
Christina Smith
Film student stepping into the real world, whatever that means.
The Glorious Dreamworld of ‘Singin’ in the Rain’
The classic musical has a way of sparking joy, especially with its dizzying 13-minute dream ballet. Read More
July 13, 2019
The Perfect Timing of ‘Crazy Ex-Girlfriend’
One of this year’s most satisfying finales spotlights a theme that lasts long beyond 11 o’clock. Read More
July 4, 2019
Discovering the Self Through Song in ‘Hedwig and the Angry Inch’
John Cameron Mitchell's pop-punk masterpiece uses conventions of the movie musical to deliver something beyond words. Read More
June 28, 2019
‘When Harry Met Sally’ Finds Humor in Partnership
After 30 years, Harry and Sally are the gold standard as far as rom-com duos are concerned. Their chemistry is… Read More
June 18, 2019
All the World’s a Stage in ‘The Muppet Movie’
Jim Henson’s approach to framing his characters makes their first feature-length outing all the more expansive. Read More
May 8, 2019
‘Agent Carter’ and the Value of Vulnerability
Peggy Carter is the emotional core of the MCU. Her TV spinoff had just as much heart. Read More
April 23, 2019
The Terrors of Family Ties in ‘Coraline’
A look back at Laika's dark and captivating first feature. Read More
April 11, 2019
The Iron Giant: Heroism Through a Child’s Eyes
After 20 years, the childlike innocence of this animated masterpiece still resonates. Read More
April 3, 2019