Fifty Years After the Bicentennial, A Declaration of Independence for American Filmmakers
Fifty years after the bicentennial and New Hollywood, there’s still hope for the future of movies.
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10 of Roger Ebert’s Favorite Movies About America
For America’s 250th birthday, we look back on Roger’s thoughts about some of the most significant movies about the American experience, for good or ill.
Through the Window: 10 Times That Foreign Directors Have Looked at America
10 films by foreign-born directors about the country celebrating its 250th birthday this weekend.
Apple TV’s “Silo” Falters in Transitional Third Season
“Silo” has been one of the best shows on TV during its first two season; it’s just barely good enough in is third to keep viewers excited to see how it all ends.
Annecy 2026: The City of Animation
Some thoughts on the 2026 edition of the Annecy International Animation Film Festival.
“Elle” Does Its Best to Smell Like Teen Spirit
The future Harvard Law graduate Elle Woods gets her own high-school-set prequel on Prime Video.
The Unloved, Part 151: Millennium Bugs
A look back at a scrappy indie from a hard-working filmmaker who’s yet to get his due.
Female Filmmakers in Focus: Alice Winocour on “Couture”
An interview with the filmmaker behind Angelina Jolie’s emotive cancer drama.
Season 2 of “X-Men ‘97” Is The Team, And The Superhero Genre, At Its Best
A stunningly crafted journey that delivers some of the most thrilling arcs in a genre in desperate need of rejuvenation.
Home Entertainment Guide June 2026: Hoppers, Crime 101, The Mastermind, More
The latest on Blu-ray and streaming include a Pixar original, a few of our best movies of the year so far, and Arrow editions of Audition and Wake in Fright.
Retreating From The Elephant: The Perpetually Impending Demise of Indie Cinema
Breaking down the existential limbo that independent filmmakers face, no matter how good their last feature was.
A French-Language “Zorro” Offers a Charmingly Offbeat Interpretation of the Famous Vigilante
A pleasant throwback to when adventure-themed television was something major networks still made.
The Honor of an Absolute Lifetime: Rod Lurie on “Lucky Strike”
An interview with writer/director Rod Lurie about his newest WWII drama.
“The Bear” Closes Its Doors With a Trimphant Final Service in Season 5
One of the most dynamic and satisfying shows of the 21st century.
Two Incredible 4K Box Sets Target Loyal Fan Bases
You gotta get at least one of these awesome new 4K box sets. Maybe both.
The Element of Risk: Olivia Wilde on “The Invite”
An interview with the star and director of The Invite.
