‘Red Sparrow’ and the Issue of Movie Accents
Using English as a stand-in for other languages never ends well. Read More
March 2, 2018
Opinions
In the Aftermath of Tragedy, Generation Rey is Showing Why It’s Their Time to Lead
Fictional heroes matter to the real world. And in this current moment, these heroes are inspiring a new generation of… Read More
February 20, 2018
‘Coco’s’ “Remember Me” Is the Strongest Choice for Best Original Song
The Oscar-nominated composition from Pixar’s latest film more than deserves the acclaim it’s getting. Read More
February 16, 2018
Imitation Game: The Difference Between Homage and Plagiarism
Homage is not a lesser form of filmmaking -- let alone a form of theft -- but a natural part of… Read More
February 12, 2018
Why Do We Want Children to Root for Vermin?
Yes, rabbits are vermin. And I will fight you on that. Read More
February 9, 2018
Ghosts, Gaslighting, and Haunted Heroines: The Horror of “You’re Imagining Things”
Because the only thing worse than being plagued by ghosts is being told that the ghosts are all in your… Read More
January 31, 2018
The Space Between Character Development and Redemption
Three Billboards' racist cop is a complex character. That doesn't mean the film wants us to absolve him. Read More
January 30, 2018
Men and the Time’s Up Movement
It's time for the men of Hollywood to step up and speak out. Read More
January 29, 2018
The Myth of the Humanizing Woman
Why do films so often hold women responsible for men’s behavior? Read More
January 12, 2018