Film & TV
We Don't Need an All—Girls Marvel Movie
Marvel should develop its female characters organically, rather than carelessly throwing them into a movie together.
'The King': A Peculiar Adaptation of A Shakespeare Classic
Despite Timothée Chalamet's fame, this film can't quite escape the shadow of its own source material.
Deeply Emotional and Real, ‘Modern Love’ Reminds Us What True Love Really Is
Amazon Prime’s eight–episode anthology series runs the gamut of human emotion.
Not Even Paul Rudd's Charm Can Save 'Living With Yourself'
Netflix's 'Living With Yourself' has a great cast and interesting premise, but it doesn't follow through.
Is Netflix's 'Insatiable' Really That Bad?
Season two of 'Insatiable' was released on Oct. 11. Is it as bad as people said it was after its initial release?
A24 at UPenn: A Film Initiative for Students
Why this movie studio is so beloved, and what it's doing here at Penn.
Make Netflix’s 'Rhythm + Flow' Your Next Binge–Watch
In a world of endless streaming options, don't miss out on Cardi B, Chance the Rapper, and the search for hip hop's next big star.
'Zombieland: Double Tap' Brings Bloody but Predictable Fun
The long–awaited sequel makes the zombie apocalypse look fun, but loses the surprise of the original.
Disney Needs More LGBTQ Characters in its Children's Movies
All children deserve positive LGBT representation in film and television. Who are the major players in the industry now, and who needs to step up?
A Conversation with Andrew Greenblatt at the Opening of the Philadelphia Film Festival
The Festival—which includes 120 different films from Philadelphia, France, China, and beyond—will continue through October 27.
The Art of the Movie Trailer
Are movies getting worse or are trailers getting better?
'El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie' Verges on Boredom, But is a Must See for Diehard Fans
The film is predictable, but the performances and character appearances make it worth the watch.
Reflecting on the Gravitas of Hans Zimmer
The prolific soundtrack composer has been a staple of blockbusters for decades, from 'Inception' to 'The Lion King.'
A Conversation With Producer David Ulich About 'At the Heart of Gold'
The film—which will be screened at Penn on Thursday, Oct. 17—delves into the USA gymnastics sex abuse scandal.
An Excruciatingly Deep Dive Into Ryan Murphy Canon
From 'Nip/Tuck' to 'Glee' to 'Pose,' Murphy has been at the forefront of pop culture for nearly two decades.
'Gemini Man' is A Rare Misstep For Ang Lee
Not even Will Smith can make this movie good.
'In the Tall Grass': Another Messy Netflix Original
Watch another Stephen King tale brought to life, from the comfort of your own home.
'The Politician' Is Compulsively Watchable and Emotionally Flat
The Ben Platt–helmed Netflix show brings you in to the high–stakes world of high school politics.
'Joker' Collapses Under Its Own Weight
Lacking subtlety or a clear message, the controversial movie falls flat.
