Unpacking the “Angry Young Man” Trope
He's young, he's angry, and he has something to say.
Movies
What’s New to Stream on Amazon Prime for August 2020
Tom Hardy, Mickey Rourke, Nicolas Cage, and Lili Reinhart are all new to Amazon Prime this month. Sadly, they're not all in the same film.
From Fellini to Felliniesque: The Turning Point of ‘La Dolce Vita’
Here's a video essay on why 'La Dolce Vita' represents a stylistic shift in the career of Federico Fellini.
What’s New to Stream on Netflix for August 2020, and What’s Leaving
Three 'Jurassic Park' movies, two 'Neverending Story' films, and a 'Scary Movie 5' are all new to Netflix this month.
The Emperor’s New Score
Just how would John Williams musically close the 'Star Wars' trilogy?
The Winkie’s Diner Scene is the Key to ‘Mulholland Drive’
Here's a video essay on why the Winkie's Diner scene is the key to understanding 'Mulholland Drive.'
The Crocs Are Hungry Again in ‘Black Water: Abyss’
Director Andrew Traucki is now three for three when it comes to tense and terrifying animal-attack movies.
‘When Michael Calls’ Is a 70s TV Horror Movie Worth Picking Up
"15 years ago Helen's nephew died... or did he?"
Liz Garbus on the Vulnerability of ‘I’ll Be Gone in the Dark’
In this interview, filmmaker Liz Garbus discusses the making of her hit docuseries I'll Be Gone in the Dark and the state of the true crime genre.
‘Al Adamson: The Masterpiece Collection’ Is One of the Year’s Best Home Video Releases
Al Adamson was something special, and now he's gotten a Blu-ray box set to memorialize both the man and his work.
