‘When Harry Met Sally’ Finds Humor in Partnership
After 30 years, Harry and Sally are the gold standard as far as rom-com duos are concerned. Their chemistry is… Read More
June 18, 2019
One Perfect Archive
‘Cobra’ Would Have Been ‘Beverly Hills Cop’ if Sylvester Stallone Had His Way
Before Eddie Murphy starred in the beloved ‘80s action-comedy, Stallone was set to be the film’s star. Unfortunately, his ego… Read More
May 29, 2019
The Politics of Being an Outsider in ‘The Way We Were’
The classic 70s romance wears its heart — and hair — on its sleeve. Read More
May 15, 2019
Through the Looking Glass in ‘Phantom of the Paradise’
This genre-bending film skillfully engages with mirrors to create a visually stunning metaphor. Read More
May 10, 2019
The Blind Optimism of ‘Close Encounters of the Third Kind’
Steven Spielberg’s sci-fi masterpiece is visually arresting and emotionally complex. Read More
May 9, 2019
All the World’s a Stage in ‘The Muppet Movie’
Jim Henson’s approach to framing his characters makes their first feature-length outing all the more expansive. Read More
May 8, 2019
Community’s Best Bit: The Paintball Episodes
Westerns, action, spy thrillers, and Star Wars all play a part in the Paintball Assassin wars that descend upon Greendale… Read More
May 7, 2019
‘Bridesmaids,’ Class, and Confronting Idealized Womanhood
We examine how relatability makes this raunchy comedy stand the test of time. Read More
April 25, 2019