According to ‘Toni Erdmann,’ We’re All Losing The Humor
Maren Ade's absurd comedy is laugh-out-loud funny, deeply resonant, and increasingly necessary viewing.
Anna Swanson
‘Arsenic and Old Lace’ and the Incomparable Comedic Talents of Cary Grant
Cary Grant was a one of a kind actor and Frank Capra's bonkers dark comedy illustrates why.
‘Dark Phoenix’ Does A Disservice to ‘X-Men: First Class’
By sacrificing style for the sake of safety, the X-Men film series ends with a whimper.
Good Riddance: Let’s Talk About the ‘Seinfeld’ and ‘VEEP’ Finales
What the two shows can teach us about saying goodbye to characters who are the best at being the worst.
Double Take: ‘The House That Jack Built’
'The House That Jack Built’ is a divisive parade of depraved obscenities, and according to the Double Take duo: it rules. Here's why.
Celebrating the Life and Films of Agnès Varda
The French Left Bank icon and feminist film pioneer will be deeply missed.
How ‘Transit’ Changes Our Understanding of the Ghost Story
Christian Petzold's latest is unconventional in the best way possible.
The 2019 Oscars Drama Is A Little Bit of History Repeating
The dramatic Oscar season of 1953 is repeating itself.
Destroyers: In Praise of Karyn Kusama’s Dangerous Women
The women of 'Jennifer's Body,' 'The Invitation,' and 'Destroyer' are a new breed of antihero.
‘Green Book’ Review: A Charming But Safe Crowd Pleaser
Mahershala Ali and Viggo Mortensen shine in Peter Farrelly's first foray into drama.
