Tom Seguro’s Got “Bad Thoughts” to Share, But Only a Few Are Worth Hearing
The sketches that work best do so in spite of the scatology, not because of it.
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J.J. Abrams, Josh Holloway Reunite on Clever if Inconsistent “Duster”
Josh Holloway is back in a fun throwback show that works when it remembers to be escapism.
Cannes Film Festival 2025: A Look at the Cannes Classics Program
A look at the incredible slate of classic films playing at Cannes this year.
Movies without Tariffs: A Preview of the 2025 Cannes Film Festival
A preview of the 78th Cannes Film Festival.
Remembering Jan Dawson, My Mother-in-Law (Twice)
Remembering the mother of the writer’s first two wives.
Explosive Action Carries “DOOM: The Dark Ages” Even as New Ideas Falter
A review of the new DOOM game from someone who has been playing this series for three decades.
Season 2 of Peacock’s “Poker Face” Deals Natasha Lyonne Another Hand of Devilishly Delightful Mysteries
Season 2 continues the show’s episodic tradition in fine form, while finding a few corners in which to shake up Charlie’s world.
Wisdom of the Sages: Warren Buffet, Deborah Szekely, Buddy Guy, and Pope Francis Show Us the Way
Looking at four figures who can help us through these troubled times.
Female Filmmakers in Focus: Dea Kulumbegashvili on April
An interview with Dea Kulumbegashvili, the director of the critically acclaimed “April.”
Short Films in Focus: Margie Soudek’s Salt and Pepper Shakers
An endearing documentary short between a filmmaker, her mother, and a very curious collection.
“Cookie’s Fortune”: A Little Southern Comedy
On one of Altman’s best late-period film.
The Unloved, Part 136: Ironweed
On the loss of a friend, filtered through 1987’s bittersweet tale of perseverance through troubled times.
What to Watch on Netflix: May 2025
What to watch on Netflix in May 2025, including Dawn of the Dead, Ali, The Sugarland Express, Smile, and Heart Eyes.
Chicago Critics Film Festival 2025 Preview
A preview of the 12th Chicago Critics Film Festival.
April 2025 Blu-Ray Guide: “Anora,” “The Brutalist,” “Heart Eyes,” “One of Them Days,” More
The latest and greatest on Blu-Ray and DVD includes Anora, Heart Eyes, The Brutalist, and much more.
The Florida Film Festival: An Oasis for Creative Souls
A report on the 2025 Florida Film Festival.
Highlights from the 2025 MUBI Fest Chicago
On the second edition of the streaming service’s traveling film fest, and its stop in Chicago.
Book Excerpt: Gandolfini: Jim, Tony & the Life of a Legend by Jason Bailey
An excerpt from Jason Bailey’s phenomenal new book.
Your Guide to Ebertfest 2025: Day 4, April 26th
A guide to closing night of the festival.
