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Candy and Vegetables
Breaking down an irritating misconception about "Oscar" movies.
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The Legacy of Bruce Willis
The cinema icon has retired from acting due to health reasons.
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2022 Oscar Predictions
The Oscars are silly, but ballots are fun.
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What's the Point of the Oscars?
The limited scope of Hollywood's biggest award.
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Unpacking That Controversial 'Licorice Pizza' Scene
Who gets to make certain jokes and can they be certain of their target?
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Goodbye, Falcons
Where Atlanta's NFL team is going, I can't follow.
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For Whom Do We Cheer?
The Netflix docuseries 'Cheer' raises interesting questions about what we look for in a leader.
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Why 'The Batman' Is The Best Live-Action Movie About Batman
Matt Reeves' new adaptation focuses on his hero's psychology and motivation.
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Tom Holland Is in Trouble
Holland is one of the biggest stars on the planet, so why are his options so limited?
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The Littlest Galaxy Far, Far Away
'The Book of Boba Fett' shows how 'Star Wars' continues to insulate itself against risk.
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Why a Substack
In which I explain my desire to do a newsletter