Chaz Ebert Remembers Reverend Jesse Jackson: Oct 8, 1941 – February 17, 2026
A tribute to one of the most important figures of the last century.
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Hulu’s “Paradise” Splits Its Focus And Gets More Frustratingly Unhinged In Season 2
There are a few pulpy delights here and there, but this particular apocalypse moves a bit too slowly.
Netflix’s “Strip Law” Should Stay in the Animated Desert
“Strip Law” just isn’t funny.
Season 2 of “The Last Thing He Told Me” Is the Last Thing You’ll Want to Watch
“The Last Thing He Told Me” only works if you can suspend disbelief and just go with the fact that these are both the smartest/most-talented people you’ve ever met and the stupidest.
Netflix’s Massive Hit “The Night Agent” Returns with Confident Third Season
The third season of “The Night Agent” is arguably the best.
ABC’s “Scrubs” Returns to Network TV as if It Never Clocked Out
A return that feels almost like what the show would look like now if it never left the air.
Celebrating Black Cinema: Shawn Edwards on the Black Movie Hall of Fame
An interview with Shawn Edwards on the creation of the Black Movie Hall of Fame.
Highlights of Roger Ebert on Black Filmmakers for Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month, here are some of our favorites of Roger’s writing on Black filmmakers.
Keep on Dreaming: Reverend Jesse Jackson (1941-2026)
A tribute to the life and legacy of the Reverend Jesse Jackson.
Book Excerpt: The World of Black Film: A Journey Through Cinematic Blackness in 100 Films by Ashley Clark
A look at the new book from Ashley Clark, along with an excerpt from it, available today.
The Eye of a Camera: Frederick Wiseman (1930-2026)
A legendary documentarian is gone.
Remembering the Forgotten Movies of the 2026 Oscar Season
A salute to the urgent documentaries, quiet dramas and provocative filmmakers who were ignored by Academy voters.
Something Lasting and Unforgettable: Robert Duvall (1931-2026)
Another titan is gone. A few words on the impact of Robert Duvall.
Short Films in Focus: The 2026 Oscar-Nominated Shorts
A look at all of the shorts nominated for the 2026 Academy Awards.
“Train Dreams” Wins Big at the 2026 Independent Spirit Awards
The winners of this year’s Independent Spirit Awards, dominated by Netflix.
Love and Monsters: Three Films to Enjoy on Valentine’s Day
On three haunting films to watch this holiday.
Willing Participants: Harry Lighton and Harry Melling on “Pillion”
The writer-director and star talk about the psychological intricacies of A24’s unconventional queer romance.
We Give It Absolutely Everything: James Van Der Beek (1977-2026)
A tribute to the star of Dawson’s Creek and Varsity Blues, gone at way too young an age.
FX’s “Love Story: JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette” Is A Stunning Exploration of Public and Private Life
Nothing about this series feels cheap, which is surprising given that Ryan Murphy produces it.
It All Starts With the Meditation App: Bart Layton on “Crime 101”
The filmmaker talks about bringing his documentary skills and early interest in visual art to his LA-set crime thriller.
