
“Backrooms” Review: Entering the Liminal Space Between Hollywood and YouTube
Kane Parsons directed multiple Backrooms videos, fleshing out a retro sci-fi conspiracy thriller universe that enticed arthouse distributor A24.

Kane Parsons directed multiple Backrooms videos, fleshing out a retro sci-fi conspiracy thriller universe that enticed arthouse distributor A24.

Echoing “Intolerance” and “Resurrection,” “Silent Friend” extends through eras in search of the high of one life brushing up against another.

“Animal Farm” is difficult to adapt, as the cynical tale and bleak ending seem out of place in a genre ostensibly meant for children.
This week, we’re reviewing books about a “Titanic” producer, a “Bourne” director, and a movie franchise all about (insert Vin Diesel growl) “family!”

Soderbergh! Riz Ahmed! Liminal space! A24 nonsense!

Kristen Stewart distills Lidia Yuknavitch’s life one texture at a time: water, blood, flesh, fury.
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