Netflix’s Middleditch & Schwartz a Treat for Improv Comedy Fans
A review of the new Netflix improv three-episode series, Middleditch & Schwartz.
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Bright Wall/Dark Room April 2020: The Contradictory and Complementary Visions of Wes Anderson and Roald Dahl by Ethan Warren
An essay about Wes Anderson’s Fantastic Mr. Fox, as excerpted from the latest edition of Bright Wall/Dark Room.
Inconsistent Penny Dreadful: City of Angels is Nearly Saved by Natalie Dormer
A review of the new Showtime series, which premieres on April 26th.
Fantastic Fungi Hosts Fungi Day Tuesday April 21st In Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day
An article about the global virtual panels on Fungi Day scheduled for Tuesday, April 21st, following the streaming of Louie Schwartzberg’s “Fantastic Fungi” film in celebration of Earth Day
An Invitation to An Unforgettable Wedding in Rachel Getting Married
A visit to Jonathan Demme’s 2008 Oscar-nominated drama.
Timing Works For Second Season of Ricky Gervais’ After Life
A review of the second season of After Life.
For the Sake of Mankind: A Look at The Emperor’s Naked Army Marches On
“The Emperor’s Naked Army Marches On” paved the way for documentaries like Joshua Oppenheimer’s “The Act of Killing” and “The Look of Silence.”
Selah and The Spades to Debut Tomorrow, April 17th, on Amazon Prime
An article about the release of Tayarisha Poe’s film “Selah and the Spades” on Amazon Prime Video this Friday, April 17th.
A Way of Giving Back: Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton on Home Work: A Memoir of My Hollywood Years, Julie’s Library and More
An interview with Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton about their latest book, Home Work: A Memoir of My Hollywood Years, and their new podcast, Julie’s Library.
Happy 6th Anniversary to Brian Tallerico from RogerEbert.com
Expressing our gratitude to Managing Editor Brian Tallerico, who has now been a part of the RogerEbert.com team for six years.
A Sense of Hope: Greg Barker on Sérgio
An interview with director Greg Barker about revisiting the life of Brazilian diplomat Sérgio Vieira de Mello for the new Netflix film, Sérgio.
Sports Fans Will Lose Their Minds Over The Last Dance
A review of the 10-part documentary series about the ’90s Chicago Bulls, airing on ESPN.
Netflix’s Meta Sitcom #blackAF Never Hits Its Stride
A review of the new series #blackAF, which premieres on Netflix on April 17.
Nausicaä Awakens: The Influence of Hayao Miyazaki on the Star Wars Sequel Trilogy
The similarities between Miyazaki and the Star Wars sequel trilogy run deep, whether you’re talking about how the films look, feel, or what they’re really about.
Short Films in Focus: Guaxuma
An interview with the director of Guaxuma, and a presentation of the short film.
FX’s What We Do in the Shadows Even Stronger in Second Season
A review of the second season of What We Do in the Shadows, which premieres on April 15.
You’re Not Far Away From That Pencil and the Person Holding It: Kris Pearn on The Willoughbys
An interview with writer/director Kris Pearn about The Willoughbys.
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The Fortson family on “Rated”; Deborah Kampmeier on “Tape”; William Paul Clark on Tarantino; Tribute to Kenneth Turan; 19 Classic Tex Avery Cartoons.
