Finding the Characters: Sebastian Lelio on ‘Disobedience’
An interview with the director of “Disobedience” about working with Rachel Weisz & Rachel McAdams, the meanings behind the film and more.
Features
Short Films in Focus: The Cut (La coupe)
A presentation of the single-take short film, “The Cut (La coupe).”
You’re Next! Invasion of the Body Snatchers is the horror story that keeps on giving—or taking
A new video essay explores the uncanny durability of “Invasion of the Body Snatchers”
Short Films in Focus: Sister Hearts
An interview with the director of “Sister Hearts” and a presentation of the short film.
R. Lee Ermey: 1944-2018
A tribute to the singular presence and innumerable characters of the late R. Lee Ermey.
Milos Forman: 1932-2018
A tribute to the late Oscar-winning filmmaker, Milos Forman.
Thumbnails 4/10/18
The Passion of Emma González; Elizabeth Wood on “White Girl”; A driverless future; How to trick AI; The next great action director.
Bright Wall/Dark Room April 2018: The Force that Through the Green Fuse Drives the Flower: On A Little Princess and The Secret Garden by Corbin Dewitt
An excerpt from the latest edition of the online magazine, Bright Wall/Dark Room.
Why John Krasinski Isn’t a Surprising Director for A Quiet Place
“A Quiet Place” is John Krasinski’s breakthrough as a triple-threat entertainer, but it’s been a long time coming.
Why Do Fireflies Have To Die So Soon?: A Tribute to Isao Takahata, 1935-2018
A tribute to Isao Takahata, co-founder of Studio Ghibli and a master of animation.
Your Roger Stories: The Meetings
Memories of Roger from those who have met and talked to him over the years.
Steven Bochco: 1943-2018
An obituary for Steven Bochco, the legendary creator of “Hill Street Blues,” “L.A. Law,” and “NYPD Blue.”
Thumbnails Special Edition: Women Writers Week 2018
A special edition of Thumbnails compiling articles from Women Writers Week 2018.
Far Cry 5 and American Violence in Video Games
A review of “Far Cry 5” in the wake of renewed conversation around violence in video games.
For Women in Film, 2017 Produced a Bloom of Optimism on the Horizon
2017 seems to have introduced an era of heightened awareness about female filmmakers and the importance of presenting female-oriented stories on big screens.
How Night of the Living Dead Destroyed Hammer Films
The irony of being destroyed by the thing you helped create would not have been lost on a studio responsible for some of the finest film versions of Frankenstein.
It Takes an Army
A look at the disparity between male and female directors and the people fighting to correct it.
Disability Theater Access in 2018
A look at the difficulties that disabled people face in movie theaters in 2018.
