Avengers: Infinity War
A good movie that buckles beneath the weight of its responsibilities to the franchise.
Patty Jenkins
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Wonder Woman (2017)
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Director
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Monster (2003)
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Written and directed by
Roger Ebert
* This filmography is not intended to be a comprehensive list of this artist’s work. Instead it reflects the films this person has been involved with that have been reviewed on this site.
It Takes an Army
A look at the disparity between male and female directors and the people fighting to correct it.
"The Shape of Water" Tops 2018 Oscar Nominees
An article about the 2018 Academy Award nominees.
Women Rock the 23rd Critics Choice Awards
A report from the 2018 Critics Choice Awards.
My Favorite Films of 2017
Chaz Ebert lists her favorite films of 2017.
The Individual Top Tens of 2017
The lists of best films of 2017.
60 Minutes on: "Wonder Woman"
One of the best superhero films, in large part because the title character sincerely believes in values larger than any one person.
Deadline's The Contenders 2017 Kicks Off Oscar Season
An article about Deadline's The Contenders 2017 event in Hollywood.
Oscars Could Be Facing Dearth of Diversity Yet Again
A column on the lack of diversity in this year's potential Oscar nominees.
Home Entertainment Consumer Guide: September 21, 2017
The latest and greatest on Blu-ray and DVD and streaming, including "The Big Sick," "Certain Women," "Wonder Woman," and Ken Burns and Lynn Novick's "The Vietnam War."
Women Directors Have Prominent Presence at 2017 Telluride Film Festival
A look back at this past weekend's Telluride Film Festival, which included 9 in the main program directed by women.
The Movie "STEP" Fills Me With Joy
In trying to shake-off the political blues, an article highlighting various things that bring me joy.
Comic-Con 2017: Women Rocking Hollywood Panel
A report from San Diego Comic-Con 2017 about a panel featuring female directors.
The Unloved, Part 43: "Below the Belt" & "Hundra"
Scout Tafoya celebrates the women-focused films "Below the Belt" and "Hundra" in his latest video essay about maligned masterworks.
Bleeding in the Middle of a Desert: Ana Lily Amirpour on “The Bad Batch”
An interview with Ana Lily Amirpour, writer/director of "The Bad Batch."
Wonder Women of a Certain Age
In praise of the women in front of and behind the camera on "Wonder Woman."
Thumbnails 6/7/17
Crying through the fight scenes in "Wonder Woman"; Behind Wonder Woman is a great man; How Patty Jenkins saved DC; Tributes to 1978's "Superman"; Ebert on Jenkins.
Why is the Seat Moving?: Seeing “Wonder Woman” in 4DX
On the 4DX experience, "Wonder Woman," and the magic of movies.
Pair of Film Art Books Offer Windows Into 2017 Blockbusters
Two Summer 2017 blockbusters get great companion books about their productions.
“Ship Dreams” Lights Up Female Filmmakers Night
A report on the 2016 installment of Female Filmmakers Night at the Midwest Independent Film Festival.
Blu-ray Review: "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (Ultimate Edition)"
A Blu-ray review of "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (Ultimate Edition)," arriving July 19.
Roger's Favorites: Kasi Lemmons, Patty Jenkins and Kimberly Peirce
Roger's Favorites: directors Kasi Lemmons, Patty Jenkins and Kimberly Peirce.
AFI Docs 2015: “Radical Grace,” “The Armor of Light,” “Larry Kramer in Love & Anger”
A report on "Radical Grace," "The Armor of Light" and "Larry Kramer in Love & Anger" at AFI Docs 2015.
Burying the Dinosaurs: Why Blockbuster Directors Need to Change
Being young, white male directors with one indie hit gets you a blockbuster like Jurassic World. Why doesn't the same hold true for female directors and directors of color?
Which Movies Would Roger Choose?
Missing Roger's Oscars prognostications and his top ten lists. And making a list of my own.
Dear Hollywood: Hiring women directors could rescue the superhero movie. Love, half the human race.
Susan Wloszczyna wonders if women at the helm might be just the thing to revitalize the foundering, repetitive comic-book movie genre.
