Before the Dead Man Wakes: A Rian Johnson Retrospective Ranking

With the world waiting to see “Wake Up Dead Man,” now is the perfect time for a retrospective ranking of Johnson’s films.
“Frankenstein” Review: Guillermo del Toro Beautifully Revivifies His Literary Favorite

Del Toro immerses himself in every facet of creation: the before, the during, and the after.
Michael Bay’s “The Island” Turns 20 in an Era of Bioethical Nightmares

“The Island” reveals an uncharacteristically thoughtful side of Michael Bay.
Jurassic Drive-In: Memories of Summer Moviegoing, Family Traditions, and Megafauna

For years, the original “Jurassic Park” trilogy was a staple of our family movie nights.
“Tomorrowland” in 2025: Defying a Dark Future for Disney (and the World)

“Tomorrowland” has retroactively attained an aura of premonition.