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The Haunting of Hill House: Netflix Adapts Shirley Jackson’s Novel, Loses Some of Its Essence

Netflix’s adaptation of the classic Shirley Jackson horror novel boasts a brilliant cast and some intriguing scares, but disappointingly reduces the book to a spooky soap opera. This piece was originally posted on Alcohollywood To ask “why was this made” when it comes to a remake or reboot is to be rhetorical – the answer … The Haunting of Hill House: Netflix Adapts Shirley Jackson’s Novel, Loses Some of Its Essence

BoJack Horseman Season 5 Review: Forgiveness, Change, and Free Churros

In total, the fifth season of Netflix’s animated series juggles as many dark laughs out of the difficulty of breaking out of toxic behaviors, cementing its place as one of the most emotionally complicated shows on television. Minor spoilers ahead for the rest of season 5; check out our season 5 preview here. This piece … BoJack Horseman Season 5 Review: Forgiveness, Change, and Free Churros

BoJack Horseman Season 5 TV Review: As Devastating and Bleakly Funny As Ever

Netflix’s bittersweet tale of talking animals and the vagaries of celebrity returns for a thoughtful fifth season filled with even more emotional depth and acerbic wit. This piece was originally posted on Alcohollywood Television’s best series about depression returns for a fifth season, and with some stark reminders about how doing the right thing and … BoJack Horseman Season 5 TV Review: As Devastating and Bleakly Funny As Ever

BlacKkKlansman is Spike Lee as His Most Confrontational, Outrageous, and Timely

Spike Lee’s latest is one of his best, a funny, soulful blaxploitation-infused take on the ways the racism of America’s past ripples through into its present and future. This piece was originally posted on Alcohollywood Spike Lee is no stranger to didacticism. From Do the Right Thing to Chi-Raq to Malcolm X, his works are … BlacKkKlansman is Spike Lee as His Most Confrontational, Outrageous, and Timely

P.S.H. I Love You: Enter the suck zone of 1996’s “Twister”

Philip Seymour Hoffman livened up Jan de Bont’s 1996 blockbuster — and probably made Jack Black’s career possible.

Reflecting on the musical theater magic of “School of Rock”

Richard Linklater’s 2003 Jack Black comedy is a riotous, rocking celebration of creativity and the joy of music, and holds up like a killer solo.

The 50 Most Anticipated Movies of 2024

This year will play catch up with the strikes, try to revitalize or continue long-running franchises, and give directors and new and old the steam to keep filling theaters.

The Mandalorian visits a party planet where old resentments bubble under the surface

“Guns for Hire” sends Din and Bo-Katan on a police procedural side-quest while Grogu has a day off and more Mandalorians join the fray.

The Super Mario Bros. Movie plays on easy mode

Nintendo collaborates with Illumination Entertainment for an animated Super Mario film that’s faithful to the look of the games, but not the fun.

Kung Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight offers up some diverting kung fu fun

It can’t hold a candle to the earlier movies, but Kung Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight is a fresh new take on the world of Po.

P.S.H. I Love You: On Hoffman’s first great turn in PTA’s Boogie Nights

PSH makes the most out of sparse screentime in Paul Thomas Anderson’s 1997 classic.

America wasn’t ready for “The Cable Guy”

Audiences didn’t know what to make of a new & deeply unsettling Jim Carrey in Ben Stiller’s dark comedy.

“Waffles + Mochi” shows kids how food connects us around the world

The latest Obama-produced series for Netflix is a stone-cold adorable mix of Sesame Street and Salt Fat Acid Heat.

P.S.H. I Love You: “Along Came Polly” doesn’t shart the bed

Philip Seymour Hoffman’s riotous Sandy Lyle elevates the schlocky aughts rom-com to a deeply silly delight.

“Don’t Worry, He Won’t Get Far on Foot” welcomed Gus Van Sant to the indie-sphere

After a handful of missteps, Gus Van Sant regained his footing with a solid—if fittingly flawed—indie.

Pixar’s “Onward” Is a Heartfelt Coming-of-Mage Story

Pixar gets back to its tear-jerking roots with an emotionally complex modern fantasy about grief, loss, and brotherhood.

Review: “Jumanji: The Next Level” Is Getting Too Old For This

Jake Kasdan’s followup to the surprisingly fun 2017 sequel loses some of the original’s luster.

Richard Linklater Struck Out With His “Bad News Bears” Remake

In 2005, Richard Linklater followed up School of Rock with the similarly-child-oriented remake of The Bad News Bears, to mixed results.

The House with a Clock in its Walls Review: Eli Roth Tries (and Succeeds) at Spooky Kid’s Fare

Fresh off a string of failed horror flicks, Eli Roth bounces back with an unexpectedly fun, faithful adaptation of John Bellairs’ classic kid’s adventure books. This piece was originally posted on Alcohollywood The prospect of grindhouse provocateur Eli Roth directing a four-quadrant kid’s flick is a dicey, but fascinating one – yet here we are … The House with a Clock in its Walls Review: Eli Roth Tries (and Succeeds) at Spooky Kid’s Fare

Knuckles’ zany buddy comedy is worth digging into on Paramount+

Idris Elba and Adam Pally’s chemistry anchors the consistently hysterical and well-choreographed miniseries.

The Spiderwick Chronicles casts a lackluster spell on Roku

Roku’s adaptation of the fantasy book series tries to piggyback off a Disney+ acquisition, but stumbles when casting its own spell.