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“Driveways” is an achingly delicate cry for empathy

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Andrew Ahn’s sophomore film is one of the year’s most understated masterworks, with a beautiful sendoff for Brian Dennehy.

Michael Snydel Posted on May 8, 2020May 8, 2020

Andrew Ahn on “Driveways”, Brian Dennehy, and making films about loneliness

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The director of Driveways talks about crafting his second film, finding grace in human connection, and working with the late, great Brian Dennehy.

Clint Worthington Posted on May 8, 2020May 26, 2020

The Chickens Come Home to Roost in the End of “BoJack Horseman”

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BoJack finally stops running from his demons in an uneven but mostly satisfying conclusion to TV’s best show about depression & addiction.

Gena Radcliffe Posted on January 28, 2020January 27, 2020

Watchmen Season Finale Recap: “See How They Fly”

Watchmen Season Finale See How They Fly
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Damon Lindelof’s series comes to a conclusion that is as evocative and satisfying as it is rushed.

Clint Worthington Posted on December 15, 2019December 15, 2019

Watchmen Episode 6 Recap: “This Extraordinary Being”

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Six episodes in, the show does its deepest, most formally daring look at historical prejudice, policing and American mythology.

Clint Worthington Posted on November 24, 2019November 25, 2019

Watchmen Recap: “If You Don’t Like My Story, Write Your Own”

Watchmen If You Don't LIke My Story Write Your Own
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Legacy and memory rise to the forefront of an intriguing Watchmen concerned even more directly with the shadows of the past.

Clint Worthington Posted on November 10, 2019November 10, 2019

BoJack Horseman Season 6 Review: Once More With Feelings

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The first half of the final season takes the viewer on a quietly optimistic path, before punching them in the gut in the last episode.

Gena Radcliffe Posted on October 21, 2019October 17, 2019
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