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2018

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

Don't Worry, He Won't Get Far on Foot
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After a handful of missteps, Gus Van Sant regained his footing with a solid—if fittingly flawed—indie.

Elle Busko Posted on June 28, 2020July 2, 2020

“Black Panther,” M’Baku, and reclaiming the savage

Black Panther
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Ryan Coogler’s superhero film not only salvages the colonialist origins of the comic’s imagery, it reclaims them for a Black audience.

Oluwatayo Adewole Posted on April 26, 2020April 26, 2020

Countdown to Goodbye: An Unofficial Modern Queer Trilogy

Weekend / Call Me By Your Name / Sorry Angel
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A look at three unforgettable portrayals of love & heartbreak to suit all your tearjerker needs.

Matthew St. Clair Posted on June 27, 2019June 26, 2019

Ebertfest 2019: Celebrating Roger in Fine Filmic Fashion

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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.

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Jonah Koslofsky Posted on April 16, 2019April 15, 2019

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

Master Z: Ip Man Legacy
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Vibrantly shot & action packed, the fourth film in the popular Hong Kong martial arts franchise continues to deliver thrills.

Dusty Wilson Posted on April 9, 2019August 6, 2020

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

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

Theo Estes Posted on April 6, 2019August 6, 2020

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

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

Clint Worthington Posted on January 18, 2019August 3, 2020

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

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

Clint Worthington Posted on December 31, 2018August 2, 2020

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

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

Gena Radcliffe Posted on December 22, 2018August 2, 2020

Welcome to Marwen Review: Welcome to the Dollhouse

Welcome to Marwen
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Bob Zemeckis plays with his favorite CG toys – and Steve Carell.

Dusty Wilson Posted on December 21, 2018August 2, 2020

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

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

Dusty Wilson Posted on December 18, 2018August 2, 2020

Vice Review: Adam McKay Vents Spleen About Dick Cheney

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

Clint Worthington Posted on December 17, 2018August 2, 2020

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

Chilling Adventures of Sabrina A Midwinter's Tale
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The spooky Netflix series returns for a fun, but inessential holiday special.

Gena Radcliffe Posted on December 14, 2018August 2, 2020

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

If Beale Street Could Talk
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Barry Jenkins’ sensitive, lyrical adaptation of James Baldwin’s novel is one of the year’s best, most tragic romances.

Caroline Siede Posted on December 13, 2018August 2, 2020

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

Mary Poppins Returns
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Disney offers a rousing, delightful update to the children’s film classic.

Clint Worthington Posted on December 12, 2018August 2, 2020

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

Dumplin
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Danielle MacDonald charms in Netflix’s pageant dramedy.

Marshall Estes Posted on December 8, 2018August 2, 2020

Chef Flynn Review: A Teen Chef Serves Up Delicious Dishes

Chef Flynn
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Cameron Yates’ foodie doc about a budding teen chef is a riveting look at how ambition knows no […]

Theo Estes Posted on December 8, 2018August 2, 2020

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

MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS
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While it won’t win any awards for historical accuracy, Josie Rourke’s royal drama shines thanks to some gorgeous […]

Marshall Estes Posted on December 7, 2018August 2, 2020

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