The Existentialism of ‘Rick and Morty’
Nobody exists on purpose, nobody belongs anywhere, everybody is gonna die. Read More
June 6, 2017
Fernando Andrés
What Makes a Good ‘Star Wars’ Film: A Study of ‘Rogue One’
A new video essay explores the dead ends of 'Rogue One,' comparing it to other entries in the franchise. Read More
June 1, 2017
The Realistic Grief of ‘Manchester by the Sea’
How can a film depict the most painful of human emotions? Read More
June 1, 2017
Why Music Matters in ‘Moonlight’
Everything means something in a film this personal. Read More
May 31, 2017
The Cinematic Universe of Andrea Arnold
A video essay explores the acclaimed filmmaker’s exquisite usage of atmosphere. Read More
April 18, 2017
What ‘The Master’ Tells Us About Scientology
Take a closer look at Paul Thomas Anderson’s handling of religion with this video essay about The Master and what… Read More
April 4, 2017
SXSW Interview — ‘La Barracuda’ Is A Bold, Unique Take on the Texas Family Drama
An enlightening conversation with the team behind one of the best films at this year’s SXSW.“Patricia Highsmith is Texas-born. A lot… Read More
March 19, 2017
‘M.F.A.’ Review: Rape/Revenge Movie Butchers Opportunity To Confront Sexual Assault
The problematic title combines a severe mishandling of campus rape with a mediocre psychological thriller. Read More
March 17, 2017
SXSW Review – ‘The Disaster Artist’ Paints A Touching, Uneven Portrait of Living The Dream
‘The Disaster Artist’ Paints A Touching, Uneven Portrait of Living The DreamJames Franco’s long-awaited film about the making of ‘The Room’… Read More
March 13, 2017