Culture

This Year, We’re Thankful For All The Wonderful Distractions

Our Thanksgiving tradition of pop culture gratitude continues. Read More

Head of Pixar John Lasseter Accused of Sexual Misconduct

A shadow has fallen over Pixar. Read More

How Does Film Criticism Climb Out From Underneath the Hollywood Scandals?

With Hollywood scandals making headlines in waves, how do we overcome our collective paralysis? Read More

Mara Wilson’s Personal Essay Speaks to a Larger Hollywood Problem

Stop for a moment and listen to what Mara Wilson has to say. It's important. Read More

Netflix Canceling ‘House Of Cards,’ Citing Kevin Spacey Sexual Assault Controversy

Coming after allegations against Kevin Spacey, Netflix has canceled one of its flagship franchises. Read More

James Dean: A Man for All People

Why conservative America and the LGBT community both claim James Dean as their own. Read More

‘Geostorm’ Has a Surprisingly Clear Path to Cult Classic Status

While audiences may be cool on ‘Geostorm,’ the film seems to have an all-too-obvious path to long-term relevance. Read More

These Fall Films Authentically Capture Female Sexuality

Four films that refreshingly avoid catering to the male gaze. Read More

The Creepy Biology of Star Trek’s ‘Amok Time’

50 years ago, we got our first glimpse at Vulcan and the deadly consequences of Spock’s blue balls. Read More