Frederick Douglass Reminds Us Why Black Lives Matter on the Fourth of July
A reprint of Frederick Douglass’ speech, “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?”
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A Drop in the Ocean: On the Three Seasons of Netflix’s Mesmerizing Dark
A feature on Dark, the hit Netflix series that recently ended after three seasons.
Carlos Aguilar Joins Chorus of Immigrants Praising DACA
An article about Carlos Aguilar’s Variety essay and the new song, “To Carry On: An Anthem of the American Immigrant Experience,” by Mark Ethan Toporek, both of which voice the importance of DACA.
Living Legends: A Salute to Norman Lear
A special table of contents celebrating the legacy of the legendary and vital Norman Lear!
Netflix Wants to Shake You with the Brutal Ju-On: Origins
A review of the Netflix original series, Ju-On: Origins, a prequel to the legendary horror franchise.
Wonderfully American: Dawn Porter on John Lewis: Good Trouble
An interview with director Dawn Porter about her new documentary, “John Lewis: Good Trouble.”
Netflix’s Unsolved Mysteries Reboot Ready to Satisfy Our True Crime Appetite
A review of Unsolved Mysteries, a rebooted true crime series premiering today on Netflix.
The Unloved, Part 79: Not Fade Away
The latest in Scout Tafoya’s series on underrated films look at David Chase’s drama.
Enter Laughing: Carl Reiner, 1922-2020
A look back at the comedic career of the late Carl Reiner.
East Meets West: Arthur Dong on Hollywood Chinese
An interview with filmmaker and cultural historian Arthur Dong about his book “Hollywood Chinese: The Chinese in American Feature Films”
Intimacy vs. Sentimentality: Shannon Murphy on Babyteeth
An interview with Shannon Murphy, the director of Babyteeth.
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Ksenia Ivanova on “Jack and Anna”; Spielberg’s terrifying “War of the Worlds”; Ethiopia’s Hidden Jews; “Gone With the Wind” returns to TV; Why Hollywood must change.
Bright Wall/Dark Room June 2020: Just in Time: Finding True Companionship Before Sunset by Adam Membrey
An essay about Richard Linklater’s Before Sunset, as excerpted from the latest edition of Bright Wall/Dark Room.
Poetry is Necessary in Film: Hirokazu Kore-eda on The Truth
An interview with the Palme d’Or-winning director of Shoplifters and The Truth.
America to Me Currently Streaming for Free on Starz
An article about Kartemquin’s timely ten-part docuseries “America to Me” currently streaming for free on Starz.
McHenry Outdoor Theater Keeps the Communal Moviegoing Experience Alive and Safe During COVID-19
An article about the McHenry Outdoor Theater and its success in providing safe, crowd-pleasing escapism during the COVID-19 pandemic.
HBO Max Revives Adventure Time with Distant Lands Series
A review of Adventure Time: Distant Lands, which premieres on HBO Max this week.
Home Entertainment Guide: June 25, 2020
The latest on Blu-ray and streaming includes a Criterion edition of Portrait of a Lady on Fire and 4K restorations of Gladiator and Jaws.
Jordan Peele’s Take on The Twilight Zone Struggles to Find its Purpose in Season Two
A review of the second season of The Twilight Zone, from producer Jordan Peele.
