“Silent Friend” Review: The Roots of Human Connection Reach Across Time
May 25, 2026
Echoing “Intolerance” and “Resurrection,” “Silent Friend” extends through eras in search of the high of one life brushing up against another.
Some Adaptations Are More Equal Than Others: The Cinematic Legacy of “Animal Farm”
May 20, 2026
“Animal Farm” is difficult to adapt, as the cynical tale and bleak ending seem out of place in a genre ostensibly meant for children.
Ships and Spies, Cars in the Sky: Three Great Books About Movies
April 26, 2026
This week, we’re reviewing books about a “Titanic” producer, a “Bourne” director, and a movie franchise all about (insert Vin Diesel growl) “family!”
Spring Review Roundup: “The Christophers,” “Hamlet,” “Exit 8,” and “The Drama”
April 10, 2026
Soderbergh! Riz Ahmed! Liminal space! A24 nonsense!
“The Chronology of Water” Review: A Queen of Waves and Words
April 3, 2026
Kristen Stewart distills Lidia Yuknavitch’s life one texture at a time: water, blood, flesh, fury.
“Ready or Not 2: Here I Come” Review: Radio Silence Takes a Page From John Wick’s Playbook
March 27, 2026
While most slashers have unlikable, unintelligent protagonists, “Ready or Not 2” Samara Weaving as a street-smart badass.
