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Ebertfest 2019

Ebertfest 2019: Celebrating Roger in Fine Filmic Fashion

From Bound to Sideways to Romy and Michelle, this year's Ebertfest was a celebration of the weird, eclectic, and fantastic films Roger Ebert loved.

Master Z Review: Another Thrilling Entry in the “Ip Man” Series

Vibrantly shot & action packed, the fourth film in the popular Hong Kong martial arts franchise continues to deliver thrills.

This Magnificent Cake! Review: Five Slices of an Interconnected Story

While the macabre stop-motion animation of this animated anthology is sweet, its approach to colonialism leaves a bitter taste in the mouth.

Interviews

More of a Comment, Really…: Penny Lane Talks about Morgellons, Online Isolation, and “The Pain of Others”

Documentary filmmaker Penny Lane sits down with us to talk about her latest, THE PAIN OF OTHERS.

TV Review: The Orville Blasts Off With Second Season Premiere “Ja’loja”

Seth MacFarlane's space opera/workplace comedy The Orville kicks off a second season with a sedate premiere about the characters' dating lives.

Bird Box Review: Sandra Bullock Battles An Apocalypse She Can’t See

Netflix's dystopian horror has Sandra Bullock fleeing a horror that will kill you if you see it.

Welcome to Marwen Review: Welcome to the Dollhouse

Bob Zemeckis plays with his favorite CG toys - and Steve Carell.

Aquaman Review: James Wan Drags the DCEU Out of the Depths

The latest DCEU movie makes waves, but succumbs to the undertow of the series' previous mistakes.

Vice Review: Adam McKay Vents Spleen About Dick Cheney

Christian Bale transforms into Dick Cheney in Adam McKay's deeply angry essay film.

Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, “A Midwinter’s Tale” Review: A Christmas Séance

The spooky Netflix series returns for a fun, but inessential holiday special.

If Beale Street Could Talk Review: Love is a Battle, Love is a War

Barry Jenkins' sensitive, lyrical adaptation of James Baldwin's novel is one of the year's best, most tragic romances.

Mary Poppins Returns Review: A Joyous Revival of a Disney Classic

Disney offers a rousing, delightful update to the children's film classic.

Dumplin’ Review: Netflix’s Pageant Comedy Wins Points for Charm

Danielle MacDonald charms in Netflix's pageant dramedy.

Chef Flynn Review: A Teen Chef Serves Up Delicious Dishes

Cameron Yates’ foodie doc about a budding teen chef is a riveting look at how ambition knows no age, but its smaller scope stretches a..

Mary Queen of Scots Review: A Riveting, if Ahistorical, Royal Drama

While it won’t win any awards for historical accuracy, Josie Rourke’s royal drama shines thanks to some gorgeous cinematography and the performances of Saiorse Ronan..

Asher Review: A Creaky Pre-90s Hitman Thriller

Try as they might, even genre giants like Ron Perlman and Famke Jannsen can’t elevate this dull, by-the-numbers hitman thriller. This piece was originally posted..

CAM Review: Netflix’s Peep Show Into the Terror of Stolen Identity

Director Daniel Goldhaber and screenwriter Isa Mazzei explore the complexities of online sex work with a fascinating thriller about a camgirl facing an identity crisis...

The Favourite Review: Yorgos Lanthimos Holds Uproarious Royal Court

Yorgos Lanthimos’ latest is a droll, hilarious dramedy about the challenges of female power and competition, with three amazing performances from Olivia Colman, Emma Stone,..

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