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Ebertfest 2017 Set for April 19-23
Chaz Ebert announces the forthcoming Ebertfest on April 19-23, 2017.
Sundance 2017: “Pop Aye” & “Free and Easy”
The festival’s World Cinema Dramatic competition kicks off with two ambitious projects from Asia.
2017 Sundance Film Festival Preview
A preview of what’s playing at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival, including some recommendations from what we’ve seen so far.
Home Entertainment Consumer Guide: January 19, 2017
The latest on Blu-ray and DVD, including “Train to Busan,” “The Accountant,” “Deepwater Horizon” and many more!
Book Review: Taschen’s “Mad Men” Box-Set Revives the World of Don Draper
A new two volume box-set from Taschen goes deep into the details of Matthew Weiner’s iconic series, “Mad Men.”
Thumbnails 1/19/17
Roger Ebert on kindness; Gerald Levin defends John Lewis; Bush sisters write to the Obama girls; Harriet Tubman strides onto TV; Nina Turner on the audacity of hope.
The Audacious “Something Wild” Comes to Criterion Blu-ray
One of the most audacious American films from the 1960s is now available via the Criterion Collection.
Book Review: “Mary Astor’s Purple Diary: The Great American Sex Scandal of 1936”
A book review of Edward Sorel’s “Mary Astor’s Purple Diary: The Great American Sex Scandal of 1936.”
The Ministry of Presence: Ben Lear on “They Call Us Monsters”
An interview with Ben Lear, director of “They Call Us Monsters.”
William Peter Blatty: 1928-2017
The work of the late author, writer and director William Peter Blatty will continue to haunt the dreams of readers and moviegoers for generations to come.
We Become Completely Different People: Asghar Farhadi on “The Salesman”
An interview with Asghar Farhadi, writer/director of “The Salesman.”
HBO’s “The Young Pope” Offers Unique Television Homily
A review of Paolo Sorrentino’s “The Young Pope,” starring Jude Law, Diane Keaton and James Cromwell.
Amazon’s “Sneaky Pete” is a Fun Ride
A review of “Sneaky Pete,” the new series premiering on Amazon this Friday.
Netflix’s “A Series of Unfortunate Events” an Unfunny Parody of Sadness
A review of Netflix’s new series, Lemony Snicket’s “A Series of Unfortunate Events,” which premieres January 13.
Bright Wall/Dark Room: January 2017: “Sticks & Stones” by Andrew Root
An excerpt from the January 2017 issue of online magazine Bright Wall/Dark Room about Denis Villeneuve’s “Arrival.”
2017 Golden Globes: A “La La Land” Landslide
“La La Land” made Golden Globes history last night with seven awards, including Best Picture (Comedy/Musical).
2017 Golden Globes: Meryl Streep vs. Trumpland
Meryl Streep and other awards recipients shared their thoughts on an America under Donald Trump during last night’s Golden Globes ceremony.
Tom Hardy Anchors FX’s Engaging “Taboo”
FX’s “Taboo” may not be for everyone but Tom Hardy fans will rejoice.
