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Kate Beckinsale Saves Amazon’s Grief-Stricken Thriller Series The Widow
Even the most underdeveloped characters fare reasonably well, because the cast is uniformly good, and Beckinsale is the kind of actor who can make listening or standing in silence a vital, compelling act.
Gaspar Noe on Climax, Accidental Allegories, Catastrophe Movies and More
An interview with director Gaspar Noe about his provocative new film, Climax.
Christian Petzold on Transit, Kafka, His Love for Den of Thieves and More
An interview with director Christian Petzold about his new film, Transit.
FX’s Fantastic Better Things Rewires Expectations
An episode of Better Things almost requires one to recalibrate their brain in the way it doesn’t adhere to traditional sitcom beats or storytelling structure. Naturally, I kinda love it.
The Right Side of History: Backstage at the 91st Academy Awards
A report from the Oscar press room at the 91st Academy Awards.
2019 Oscar Winners Include Green Book, Rami Malek, Olivia Colman, Ruth Carter, Spike Lee
A list of the winners from this year’s Academy Awards.
The Wild, Messy Road to Oscar Night 2019
A look back at one of the messiest awards seasons in Oscar history.
Toni Myers: Not All Stars Are in the Sky (1943-2019)
A remembrance of award-winning filmmaker and Ebert Symposium guest Toni Myers.
I Don’t Want to See An Actor Onscreen: Franz Rogowski on Transit, Happy End, Victoria and More
An interview with actor Franz Rogowski, star of Christian Petzold’s “Transit.”
Oscar Predictions 2019: Who Will Win, Who Should Win, and Who Should Have Been Nominated
Predictions for the craziest Oscars in years.
Mr. Soul! Screens for Free Thursday, February 21st at the Apollo Theater
An article about the free screening of Melissa Haizlip’s “Mr. Soul!” on Thursday, February 21st, at the Apollo Theater.
Home Entertainment Consumer Guide: February 21, 2019
The newest on Blu-ray and DVD, including Bohemian Rhapsody, A Star is Born, and Overlord.
Far Cry: New Dawn Adds New Chapter to Great Game
While it does remind one of the fun mechanics of the 2018 release in this series, it too often pales in comparison, feeling like an echo of greatness more than greatness itself.
Not Listening to No: An Interview with Elvis Mitchell
An interview with film critic, programmer, and journalist Elvis Mitchell.
IFC’s Documentary Now! Returns for Brilliant Third Season
You may have forgotten how hysterically funny this spoof of film documentaries from Bill Hader, Fred Armisen, and Seth Meyers can be. It won’t be long before you remember.
A Movie of Extremes: Tim Sutton on Donnybrook
An interview with director and adapting writer Tim Sutton about his divisive new film, Donnybrook.
Sundance 2019: Catching Sundance Fever
Ebert Fellow Niani Scott reflects on her experience at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival.
Ebertfest 2019 to Celebrate Richard Roeper, Honor Scott Wilson
An article about the 21st annual Ebertfest Film Festival, running April 10th through April 13th in Champaign, Illinois.
