Netflix’s “Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft” Gives Life to Iconic Character
“Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft” is the finest the character has been realized in an adaptation.
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Phenomenal Remake Reminds Gamers of the Influence of “Silent Hill 2”
Silent Hill 2 remake pay homage to a classic while updating it for the current generation.
Peacock’s Frustrating “Teacup” Feels Only Half-Full
You can feel the TV creator playing tug-of-war with the original author in a way that buries themes, makes characters shallow, and loses the potential of both projects.
“Megalopolis” and “Joker: Folie à Deux”; or, The Virtue of Burning Money
How many times in a filmmaker’s life do they get the chance to do something that makes no sense to anyone but them?
Less Sex Scenes, More Sex Shots: Sean Baker and Mikey Madison on “Anora”
An interview with the filmmaker and star of NEON’s latest acclaimed dramedy.
Starz’s “Sweetpea” Is Fall TV’s Biggest and Best Surprise
“Sweetpea” feels fresh from beginning to end, offering us a gripping story right down to the final episode’s shocking cliffhanger.
Hulu’s “La Máquina” Delights with Campy Darkness
Two artists, at the height of their craft, making something fun and new.
The Atlas of Cinema: In Praise of Adam Driver
In praise of one of the most daring and versatile actors alive.
NYFF: Stranger Eyes, Harvest, Who By Fire
A dispatch on three very different films from the New York Film Festival.
Love Yourself: Sebastian Stan, Adam Pearson, and Aaron Schimberg on “A Different Man”
An interview with the director and stars of A Different Man.
Female Filmmakers in Focus: Coralie Fargeat on “The Substance”
An interview with the writer/director of the craziest movie of the year.
On the Hidden Power of “The Hill of Secrets”
An international correspondent looks at an acclaimed Korean drama.
HBO’s “The Franchise” Takes Satirical Aim at the MCU
A review of a new HBO series from the creator of Veep and The Thick of It.
The Weirdos and the Outsiders: Gregg Araki on “The Teen Apocalypse Trilogy”
An interview with Gregg Araki on the heels of Criterion’s release of his Teen Apocalypse Trilogy.
Short Films in Focus: Fleshwork (with Director Lydia Cornett)
On a great short documentary about food production.
The Unloved, Part 130: Hollow Man
Our series on the most underrated films of all time gets to Paul Verhoeven’s 2000 horror flick.
A Reliable Force: John Ashton (1948-2024)
A tribute to the star of Beverly Hills Cop, Midnight Run, and All Happy Families.
