The Right to Disobey: Sebastián Lelio (1974- 2026)
A tribute to the director of “A Fantastic Woman,” “Gloria,” and more.
Archives
Tokyo International Film Festival 2026: Weaving Cultural Threads
Highlights from this year’s Tokyo International Film Festival.
“Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4” is the Best in the Series in Years
“Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4” is the best game in this franchise in years.
It Gets Harder Before It Gets Better: Netflix’s “North of North” Returns For a Warm Second Season
Still a sitcom, but its charm, warmth, and pathos make it something truly unique.
Season 2 Proves That “Black Doves” Might Be Netflix’s Best Show
A thrilling balance of humor and espionage, and another show that blends the personal with the political in continuously captivating ways.
A Preview of the 27th Annual San Diego Asian Film Festival
Previews of several fascinating Asian-led films showcased in this year’s festival.
Apple TV’s “Stick” Stays On Par For Its Second Season
Season 2 is a remarkable upgrade from the already engaging first season.
Female Filmmakers in Focus: Kelly O’Sullivan and Alex Thompson on “Mouse”
An interview with the Chicago-based filmmaking team on making intimate, character-driven films, moving forward with grief, and leveling up their directing partnership.
Highlights of the 2026 London Film Festival
Some standouts from this year’s London Film Festival from a resident.
“Bass x Machina” Brings Black Justice to the Steampunk Old West
A sharp straight‑shooter that, while not hitting all its marks, makes for a strong-armed binge.
Everyone Is Invited To the Party: Jordan Firstman on “Club Kid”
The first-time filmmaker talks about moving from the dancefloor to the director’s chair.
The Unloved, Part 155: Never Change!
Kicking off a year of comedy Unloveds with an underseen Hulu gem.
Paramount+’s “It Gets Worse” Couldn’t Get Better at Capturing Gen-Z Angst
In its aesthetics, hang-ups, and worldview, “It Gets Worse” is not for anyone who’s ever had a Facebook account.
But I’ve Seen Everything: Patrick Stewart (1940-2026)
A tribute to the Shakespeare and “Star Trek” actor, who passed this week at 86.
Yes She Did: A Tribute to the Legendary Dolores Huerta
A tribute to the legendary labor leader by the publisher of this site.
Monsters on My Wall: Nick Digilio on 40 Years, 40 Horror Films
An interview with a Chicago legend about his favorite horror movies.
A Gorgeous Man of Basketry: Eleanor Wilson and Alex Huston Fischer on “Wicker”
An interview with the directors of Wicker.
“The Complete Kubrick” is the Blu-ray Box Set of the Year
You simply have to get your hands on this box set.
Home Entertainment Guide October 2026: Frankenstein, Masters of the Universe, Little Shop of Horrors, More
The latest on Blu-ray and DVD.
