‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’ Escapes the Trap of Stage-to-Screen
The adaptation finds validation through two crackling performances from Viola Davis and Chadwick Boseman.
Brad Gullickson
‘The Mandalorian’ Chapter 16 Starts as Rescue and Ends as Betrayal
The final chapter of the second season delivers on past episodes' promise while also leaving us uncertain about the future of 'Star Wars.'
Cinematographer Tami Reiker Explains Why the Camera Floats in ‘One Night in Miami’
We chat with the cinematographer about her jib-arm camera system and how a DC Comics villain inspired her new film's look.
The 20 Best Animated Movies of 2020
This year's gems sprung from both the expected and unexpected corners of the medium.
Old Beliefs are Sacrificed in ‘The Mandalorian’ Chapter 15
Our precious Baby Yoda is nowhere to be found, making our rage as palpable as to that of our hero.
‘The Mandalorian’ Chapter 14 is a Salacious Bounty Hunter Three-Way
The latest chapter delivers on the season premiere's action figure promise, but don't let it distract from the heart beating at the center of this story.
Many Names Get Dropped in ‘The Mandalorian’ Chapter 13
We can stop calling our favorite li'l critter, "Baby Yoda." Yay! Chapter 13 explodes with many delicious revelations.
The Ending of ‘Citizen Kane’ Remains a Vicious Revenge Against a Tyrant
Even if you've never seen the film, you know the ending, but let's take a moment to appreciate the passion and technique supplied by Orson Welles and Herman J. Mankiewicz as they tear apart a legend.
‘The Christmas Chronicles 2’ Brings Cheer by Any Means Necessary
The sequel continues its presentation of a gruff, badass Santa Claus in the form of Kurt Russell, and we require his forceful feeding of good cheer more this holiday than ever.
The New Hulu ‘Animaniacs’ Excels Where Reboots Normally Stumble
Quantum Mechanics, Quinoa Wraps, Queen Bey! Hulu's 'Animaniacs' plays catch-up as they roast the last twenty years of hellscape history.
