Netflix’s “Cobra Kai” Lands One Final Nostalgic Punch In Its Last Episodes
Its final five installments are classic “Cobra Kai”—melodramatic, cheesier than a charcuterie board, and deeply affectionate towards its sprawling dojo of misfits.
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HBO’s “The White Lotus” Remains Worth the Trip in Brilliant Third Season
Might be my favorite season yet.
In the Name of Friendship: Matthew Rankin on “Universal Language”
One of Canada’s most idiosyncratic fantasists discusses the links between Iranian cinema, architecture, and cultural exchange.
“Anora,” “Shōgun” Win Big with Critics Choice Awards
A report from this year’s CCA and a list of winners.
In Praise of Excess: Queer Maximalism in the Films of Joel Schumacher
Making a case for the need for Joel Schumacher’s particular brand of stylistic indulgence in an increasingly sterile film world.
Life, the Movie: Why Documentary Filmmaking Should Return to, You Know, Documenting Stuff
If nonfiction films are determined to look, feel, and move like fiction, what’s the point of nonfiction filmmaking?
Book Excerpt: An Anthony Mann Reader by Scout Tafoya
An excerpt from our contributor’s new book about the great Anthony Mann.
Navigating Sundance as a First Timer
A personal report from the Sundance Film Festival with advice for anyone thinking of attending Park City next year.
“El Norte” Screening Commemorates Sundance Institute History at Pivotal Moment
On a major event at Sundance this year celebrating Gregory Nava’s El Norte.
Female Filmmakers In Focus: Zeinabu irene Davis on “Compensation”
An interview with the filmmaker behind the Chicago-set indie landmark.
Apple’s “A Muerte” Is a Refreshing if Imperfect Watch
The romance feels real, kinetic, in the way only new relationships can.
10 Great Performances from Sundance 2025
On a few of our favorite performances from Sundance 2025.
Ebertfest 2025 Adds “Desperately Seeking Susan,” “Touch,” “His Three Daughters”
Three more films added to this year’s incredible Ebertfest line-up.
What to Watch on Netflix: February 2025
Links to reviews of the biggest titles on Netflix this month.
The Unloved, Part 134: The Better Angels
Our series on unloved films gets to A.J. Edwards’ Lincoln drama.
NBC’s “The Hunting Party” is One of the Most Insulting Network Shows in Years
It’s a show produced by algorithms and focus groups, a product with no pulse whatsoever.
Sundance 2025: The Things You Kill, Sukkwan Island, LUZ
Three entries from the World Cinema Dramatic program at this year’s festival.
Sundance 2025: Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore, SALLY, Selena y Los Dinos
On three very different Sundance biodocs on Marlee Matlin, Sally Ride, and Selena.
Sundance 2025: All That’s Left of You, Magic Farm, Didn’t Die
On three more from Sundance, including a standout Palestinian-American drama.
Sundance 2025: Table of Contents
All of our extensive coverage of the Sundance Film Festival 2025.
