Opinions

‘Sleight’ Review: A Brilliant Superhero Origin Story

By  Brad Gullickson 

Celebrating the expansion of comic book sensibilities in J.D. Dillard’s ‘Sleight.’

‘Logan Noir’ and A Brief History of the Black-and-White Cut

By  Meg Shields 

In praise of monochrome: why black-and-white remasters aren’t just a gimmick, and what they can teach us about visual storytelling.

Anatomy of a Spinster: 6 Species of Cinematic Old Maids

By  Meg Shields 

Each one greater and more terrible than the last.

‘The Circle’ Is Far Better Than Nearly Everyone Would Have You Believe

By  Andrew Karpan 

An argument for James Ponsoldt’s misunderstood masterpiece.

Hear Us Out: What If ‘World War Z 2’ Is Great?

By  William Dass 

David Fincher is being courted to direct the sequel to the much maligned zombie thriller.

It’s Time for a New ‘Howard the Duck’ Movie

By  Christopher Campbell 

Kids of a certain age are crazy for Marvel’s fowl from outer space.

The Early History of One Actor Playing Many Roles in a Single Film

By  Meg Shields 

Containing multitudes is a time-honored cinematic tradition.

Trials and Tribulations: The Art of Adapting Kafka

By  Meg Shields 

Should all adaptations of classic works be faithful?

4 Must-Watch Films If You’re About to Graduate College and Feel Lost as F*ck

By  Meg Shields 

A cinematic guide to confronting postgrad malaise.