“Patriot” Struggles to Balance Its Unique Blend of Tones
A review of Amazon’s “Patriot.”
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HBO Goes for a Ride with Pete Holmes in “Crashing”
A review of HBO’s new sitcom “Crashing.”
“The Obama Years: The Power of Words” Honors Previous President’s Eloquence
A report on the Smithsonian Channel’s “The Obama Years: The Power of Words,” and its recent screening in Chicago.
Home Entertainment Consumer Guide: February 9, 2017
The latest on Blu-ray and DVD, including “Queen of Katwe,” “Loving” and “Black Girl.”
“The Missing” is Sure to Satisfy Mystery Fans
A review of the second season of “The Missing,” premiering this Sunday on Starz.
FX’s “Legion” is Not Your Average Superhero Show
A review of FX’s fantastic new Marvel property, “Legion.”
Netflix’s “Santa Clarita Diet” is Not Filling Enough
A review of Netflix’s new series, “Santa Clarita Diet,” which premieres tomorrow.
“24: Legacy” is a Busted Clock
A review of the new FOX reboot, “24: Legacy,” premiering after the Super Bowl.
NBC Tweaks the Workplace Comedy with “Powerless”
A review of the new NBC comedy, “Powerless.”
Amazon’s “Z: The Beginning of Everything” Provides Fine Showcase for Christina Ricci
A review of Amazon’s “Z: The Beginning of Everything.”
Home Entertainment Consumer Guide: January 19, 2017
The latest on Blu-ray and DVD, including “Train to Busan,” “The Accountant,” “Deepwater Horizon” and many more!
The Audacious “Something Wild” Comes to Criterion Blu-ray
One of the most audacious American films from the 1960s is now available via the Criterion Collection.
HBO’s “The Young Pope” Offers Unique Television Homily
A review of Paolo Sorrentino’s “The Young Pope,” starring Jude Law, Diane Keaton and James Cromwell.
Amazon’s “Sneaky Pete” is a Fun Ride
A review of “Sneaky Pete,” the new series premiering on Amazon this Friday.
Netflix’s “A Series of Unfortunate Events” an Unfunny Parody of Sadness
A review of Netflix’s new series, Lemony Snicket’s “A Series of Unfortunate Events,” which premieres January 13.
Tom Hardy Anchors FX’s Engaging “Taboo”
FX’s “Taboo” may not be for everyone but Tom Hardy fans will rejoice.
Bright Lights: Starring Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds
Bright Lights would have been entertaining even if both women had still been with us. But now, so sadly, it takes on whole other layers of meaning and impact.
Home Entertainment Consumer Guide: January 5, 2017
The latest on Blu-ray, including “American Honey,” “Sully,” “Snowden” and “The Magnificent Seven.”
NBC Strains to Turn “Emerald City” Into a “Game of Thrones” Clone
A review of NBC’s “Emerald City,” premiering January 6th.
