Features
The 4-Star Films of 2019
A collection of the reviews given our highest possible grade in 2019.
Short Films in Focus: Rehearsal
An interview with the director of Rehearsal and a presentation of the short film.
Little Women and Gillian Armstrong’s Brilliant Career
Given Armstrong’s history of flawed, complicated women leading her stories, it’s difficult to watch any number of her films and walk away unable to see some of the best and worst aspects of yourself reflected back.
Thumbnails Special Edition: In Praise of Our Writers at RogerEbert.com
A special edition of Thumbnails highlighting articles about our writers at RogerEbert.com.
Chaz Ebert’s Top 10 Films (And Then Some) of 2019
Chaz Ebert reveals her Top Ten (PLUS) Films of 2019.
Bright Wall/Dark Room December 2019: To the Very End by Calvin McMillin
An essay by Calvin McMillin on Twin Peaks, as excerpted from the December issue of Bright Wall/Dark Room.
The Uncanny Valleys of Martin Scorsese’s The Irishman
It’s possible that even the uncanny valley ushered in by Scorsese’s so-called “youthification” is there by the director’s elaborate design.
Danny Aiello: 1933-2019
A tribute to the Oscar nominated character actor, Danny Aiello.
The Individual Top Tens of the Decade
Our individual lists for the best films of the past ten years.
Once Upon a Time … in Hollywood Leads Chicago Critics Nominations
The nominees for the Chicago Films Critics Awards for 2019.
In Defense of Peggy’s Silence in Martin Scorsese’s The Irishman
I have come to appreciate silence not as a sign of weakness or capitulation, but as a finely sharpened dagger that finds its way to the heart, every time.
The Individual Top Tens of 2019
Our contributors share their Top 10 lists for the best films of 2019.
The Ten Best Films of 2019
The best films of 2019, as chosen by the staff of RogerEbert.com.
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order Expands World of Legendary Franchise
A review of the EA game Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order.
Martin Scorsese’s Dangerous Men: On the Actors of The Irishman
A piece on Robert De Niro, Harvey Keitel, and Joe Pesci, and what they’ve meant to the career of Martin Scorsese.
