Shot by Shot with the ‘A Quiet Place Part II’ Trailer
The sequel to John Krasinski's 2018 horror breakout pushes past its post-apocalpytic premise to spotlight a new threat — the… Read More
January 2, 2020
Abby Monteil
Culture journalist and Vox Magazine writer who hasn't been adopted by Paul Thomas Anderson and Maya Rudolph (yet).
Adding the Final Touches: Makeup Artists in Film
Whether makeup artists are orchestrating dramatic transformations or simply preparing actors' skin for high-definition cameras, they remain a vital part… Read More
December 30, 2019
‘His Dark Materials’ Explained: What’s the Deal with Daemons?
Here's what you need to know about Philip Pullman's fantastical creatures. Read More
November 14, 2019
‘Watchmen’ Explained: Who is Doctor Manhattan?
The original comic's iconic superhero hasn't officially appeared in the HBO series yet, but his shadow looms large. Read More
November 6, 2019
What ‘Find Me’ Means for a Potential ‘Call Me By Your Name’ Film Sequel
André Aciman's new novel could have big implications for the desired follow-up. Read More
November 1, 2019
‘In the Tall Grass’ Review: Stephen King Horror Gets Lost in the Weeds
Vincenzo Natali's new Netflix film is a visually stunning slog. Read More
October 29, 2019
Deconstructing the ‘90s Bitch with Michelle Pfeiffer’s Catwoman
'Batman Returns' gives the iconic villain an origin story fit for the times. Read More
October 11, 2019
The Evolution of Ballet in Horror
The dance form adds eerie surrealism to the genre. Read More
September 29, 2019
‘Ikarie XB-1’ is the Forgotten Czech Film That Inspired ‘2001: A Space Odyssey’
Jindřich Polák’s communist space drama anticipated now-iconic '60s sci-fi. Read More
September 20, 2019