media
All They Want Is a Show
or How to Spice Up a Miserable Election Year
Matt Goldberg
star wars
I Finally Figured Out My Issue with 'The Acolyte'
Only a Sith deals in absolutes, but at least they're dealing.
movies
Director Michael Sarnoski Brings the Soulfulness of ‘Pig’ into ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’
The new prequel has a bigger canvas but emphasizes small moments of human connection.
streaming
The Problem with Streaming's Solution
We wanted to be free from schedules and cable packages. The solution isn't much better.
movies
'Ghostlight': The Play's the Thing
One of 2024's best movies opens this weekend. Here's why you probably haven't heard of it.
movies
Pixar's Future Can't Rest on Sequels
The beloved animation studio can make serviceable follow-ups, but its success demands originality.
movies
Was 'Hit Man' a Hit (, Man)?
The thorny question of finding success on Netflix.
technology
We're All Beta Testers Now
Companies keep attempting to force the future despite shoddy products.
television
The Jedi Council Needs You to Come into the Office
These people are just the worst.
Newsletter
Scott Wampler's Reckless Integrity
Commit to the bit.
first five
First Five Candidates for June 2024
Who should the next First Five subject be? You choose!
movies
‘Young Woman and the Sea’ Believes the Answer to Addressing Sexism Is Simply Greater Determination
Younger viewers may find the sports biopic inspiring, but Joachim Rønning’s drama is so old-fashioned it’s retrograde.