Film & TV
Cannes Dispatch
Nostalgia and realism in a lackluster year of film
The Brooklyn Film Festival Immerses Audiences in an Embrace of Art and Identity
“Art IS better when it movies.”
Coming of Age in the Spirit Realm
‘Spirited Away’ remains a feat of animation and a journey of the heart—especially for this staff writer and graduated Penn senior.
Alex Garland Is Breaking Everyone’s Brain
The release of the director’s fourth film, the Civil War, has divided film discourse.
Zendaya's 'Challengers' Shines With Pure Delight and Depravity
Tennis is exciting when full of techno, sex, and attractive actors.
The Power of Prestige Television
How HBO's 'Band of Brothers' leaves an indelible impact in the age of streaming
Francis Ford Coppola is Going All In Again
The legendary director will finally release his long–gestating dream project, ‘Megalopolis’ this year.
Percy Jackson on Disney+
A childhood cultural phenomenon beyond the screen
In Praise of Subtle Acting
Why Lily Gladstone Deserves Best Actress
The Most Underrated Oscar Category
Short films are the backbone of the film industry.
Anyone but You: The Return or Continued Lull of The Classic Rom-Com?
Does the modern revival of the rom–com remain “Unwritten”?
Dune: Part Two Shows the Way
Dune Director Villeneuve is conquering new worlds amidst the action movie slump.
Consumers Aren’t Dumb; They Are Deprived of Access.
Popularity and profitability in film are not in odds with artistic merits.
From Stand–Up to Screen
Rachel Sennott defies conventions and champions authenticity, all in pursuit of comedic excellence.
Twisted Romance on Screen
'May December' and 'Saltburn' explore the gray zones between love and obsession.
8 Nominations are Kenough
The Barbie Oscars outrage is amazing for the Oscars
Holocaust Representation in "The Zone of Interest' "
Street discusses how Glazer's unconventional film techniques portray the Holocaust in a new horrific light.
Rediscovering Film Outside the Comfort of Our Room
How to rediscover love for film in spite of the allure of scrolling endlessly.
Guilty of Misrepresentation
The newest season of Law and Order begins with an episode that parallels Penn’s latest free speech troubles.
