Film & TV
Television
Why Case Shows Never End Well
Shows like "Criminal Minds" are great—until they aren't. What makes their endings so unfulfilling?
by HARSHITA GUPTA
Film
34th Street’s Official Quarantine Watch List
Because social distancing is really just one long Netflix binge with breaks in between.
by 34TH STREET MAGAZINE
Film
'The Invisible Man' is the Prototype of the Modern Horror Movie
'The Invisible Man' captures the terror of domestic abuse, being watched, and not being believed.
by ANNA COLLINS
Film
"Life in Shorts": Director Gavin O'Connor on 'The Way Back'
Speaking with this Penn alum on his new film starring Ben Affleck.
by SAM KESLER
Film
Disney's LGBTQ Representation in 'Onward' May be a Misstep
Lena Waithe's character in 'Onward' is apparently Disney's first out gay character, but is it a positive portrayal?
by ANNA COLLINS
Film
'Sonic the Hedgehog' Wasn't Worth the Wait
'Sonic' just doesn't recapture the magic of the furry blue hedgehog.
by ANNA COLLINS
Film
How 'Portrait of a Lady on Fire' Caters to the Female Gaze
A beautiful film that focuses on the artistic value of women's lives.
by HARSHITA GUPTA
Film
Part 3 of 'Chilling Adventures of Sabrina' is Disappointing and Confusing
There are too many plotlines packed into this short season.
by DANNIE WATSON
Film
'Picard' is a Modern Update on the Idealism of Star Trek
A science fiction show that explores the moral consequences of its past.
by HARSHITA GUPTA
Film
Kristen Schaal: Animation's Most Memorable Voice
Kristen Schaal's talent has defined the best-known animated characters of the last decade.
by HARSHITA GUPTA
Film
When Shows Leave Netflix, Where Do They Go?
The lowdown on what happened with "Friends," and where you can find it now.
by EVA INGBER
Film
'Fantasy Island' Fantasizes That It's a Horror Movie
Though exciting, this supposed horror film is far from scary.
by ANNA COLLINS
Film
'Joe Pera Talks With You' Is the Gentle Comedy You Never Knew You Needed
Sometimes a show doesn't need to be going anywhere fast.
by SAM KESLER
Film
'Birds of Prey' Deserves Better
DC's latest movie is apparently a box office flop, but it shouldn't be.
by ANNA COLLINS
Film
'Parasite' at the Academy Awards is What the Film Warned Us About
During awards season, the film faces its own inevitable irony.
by SARA MERICAN
Film
'Bridget Jones' Diary' is the Perfect Rom–Com
Why does this romantic comedy still hold up after all these years?
by ANNA COLLINS
Film
A Love Letter to Bollywood
Growing up on Indian cinema, an ode to love and emotionality.
by HARSHITA GUPTA
Film
'Greener Grass' is an Absurd Suburban Suspense Movie
Even wanted to watch soccer moms slowly go insane? 'Greener Grass' has got it.
by ANNA COLLINS
Television
'BoJack Horseman' Sticks the Landing
The animated tragicomedy's final season is bittersweet, heartbreaking, and flawless.
by MELANNIE JAY
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