Godfrey Cheshire on Knowing Abbas Kiarostami Through His Films and Friendship
Godfrey Cheshire on his encounters with the late Abbas Kiarostami and the director’s films.
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A Slice of Life: Abbas Kiarostami 1940-2016
A tribute to the late, great Abbas Kiarostami.
The Unloved, Part 31: Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me
For the 31st installment in his series about maligned masterworks, Scout Tafoya examines David Lynch’s Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me.
Short Films in Focus: “70 Hester Street”
An interview with director Casimir Nozkowski about his short “70 Hester Street” and a presentation of the film.
Living with Our Common Humanity: A Few Words with Norman Lear
An interview with the one and only Norman Lear.
30 Minutes on: “They Live”
John Carpenter’s 80s SF film may have outdated technology and outdated hair, but it hasn’t aged a day.
What One Loves about Life Are the Things That Fade: Michael Cimino 1939-2016
A tribute to the legendary Michael Cimino.
Carving With Words: Matt Ross on “Captain Fantastic”
An interview with Matt Ross, writer/director of “Captain Fantastic.”
The Thinking Molecules of Titan: Table of Contents
A table of contents featuring the alternate endings to Roger Ebert’s unfinished sci-fi tale, “The Thinking Molecules of Titan.”
The Thinking Molecules of Titan: Roger’s Unfinished Sci-Fi Tale
Roger Ebert’s unfinished sci-fi story accompanied in separate Table of Contents by alternate endings submitted by fans.
The New American Wanderers of “True Detective,” “Preacher,” “Outcast”
On images of wanderers of the American west in TV shows like “True Detective,” “Preacher” and “Outcast.”
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The life of Olivia de Havilland; Sitting down to make a stand; My visit to LAIKA; Scars that bleed and wounds that heal; Mimi Leder on “The Leftovers.”
World UFO Day: Favorite Alien Movies
Writers at RogerEbert.com pick their favorite movies featuring aliens and UFOs.
Video: Cannes Interviews with Joel Edgerton, George Miller and More
Interviews with Joel Edgerton, George Miller and more at Cannes 2016.
Badass Intensity and Holy Cool: A Warren Oates Retrospective
A celebration of actor Warren Oates in anticipation of an upcoming retrospective at the Film Society of Lincoln Center in NYC.
Beyond Imagination: How “Independence Day” Changed the Blockbuster
A look at the legacy of “Independence Day,” as reflected in films that tried to top it, including its sequel.
A Beautiful Movie About Farting: The Daniels on “Swiss Army Man”
An interview with the directors of “Swiss Army Man.”
The Political Idealism of Gary Ross
A look at the politics and idealism of director Gary Ross, as reflected over the course of his career in films like “Pleasantville,” “The Hunger Games” and “Free State of Jones.”
Book Review: “The Art & Making of Independence Day: Resurgence”
A book review of “The Art & Making of Independence Day: Resurgence.”
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Aziz Ansari blasts Trump; Communal magic of Filmfront; Scorsese on “King of Comedy”; Brexit’s impact on British film; Anthony Hemingway on “Underground.”
