Essays

Defining “The Bane Problem” in ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier’

By Hans Qu 

When superhero stories try to address real-life social and political issues, conflicts of interest may occur.

‘Bridesmaids’ Perfected Gross-Out Humor

By Aurora Amidon 

For the movie’s 10th anniversary, we break down the food poisoning scene and how it’s more than just a throwaway bit.

‘Whiplash’ is an Exhilarating Oscar-Worthy Drum Solo

By Aurora Amidon 

With his 2014 Best Picture nominee, Damien Chazelle takes a film about music to the next level.

2021 Oscar Predictions: The Final Ballot

By Film School Rejects 

It’s time to bring our 2021 Oscar predictions series to a close with the reveal of our final ballot. Here’s who we think will and should win on Sunday night.

2021 Oscar Predictions: Best Picture and Best Director

By Film School Rejects 

Will it be a big night for Chloé Zhao and ‘Nomadland’? Or can ‘Minari’ sneak in with a surprise win. Here’s what we think will happen on Oscar night 2021 in the Best Picture and Best Director categories.

2021 Oscar Predictions: The Other Best Pictures

By Film School Rejects 

As part of our 2021 Oscar Predictions series, we make picks for The Other Best Picture categories: Animated, Documentary, International, and the Shorts categories.

‘Babe’ is an Award-Worthy Tale About the Underpig

By Mary Beth McAndrews 

Nominated for Best Picture in 1996, ‘Babe’ is not just a story about a talking pig but also about compassion and believing in yourself.

Why ‘The Social Network’ is the Best Movie to Lose Best Picture

By Anna Swanson 

You don’t get to become an Oscar contender without making a few enemies.

‘The Elephant Man’ is the Most Empathetic Film to Lose Best Picture

By Aurora Amidon 

David Lynch has an exceptional grasp on what it means to be human.