Film & TV
Film
The Dark Dance of Ambition in Ti West’s Trilogy
Even when MaXXXine falls short of lofty ambitions, it is still an unmissable finale.
by FIONA HERZOG
Television
'The Bear': Not good, not bad, just fine dining
The third season of this stressful “comedy” has beautiful elements, but the complete dish is incohesive.
by ISAAC POLLOCK
Film
And the Award for Best New VoD Service Goes to…
Niche streamers are having a heyday. Are you subscribed?
by ISAAC POLLOCK
Television
C–Dramas: The Perfect Alternative to American TV Shows
Nobody wants to watch ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ anymore
by SAMANTHA HSIUNG
Film
The Brooklyn Film Festival Immerses Audiences in an Embrace of Art and Identity
“Art IS better when it movies.”
by CHENYAO LIU
Film
Coming of Age in the Spirit Realm
‘Spirited Away’ remains a feat of animation and a journey of the heart—especially for this staff writer and graduated Penn senior.
by JULIA FISCHER
Film
Alex Garland Is Breaking Everyone’s Brain
The release of the director’s fourth film, the Civil War, has divided film discourse.
by ADEN BERGER
Film
Zendaya's 'Challengers' Shines With Pure Delight and Depravity
Tennis is exciting when full of techno, sex, and attractive actors.
by FIONA HERZOG
Television
The Power of Prestige Television
How HBO's 'Band of Brothers' leaves an indelible impact in the age of streaming
by AMY LUO
Film
Francis Ford Coppola is Going All In Again
The legendary director will finally release his long–gestating dream project, ‘Megalopolis’ this year.
by ADEN BERGER
Film
The Most Underrated Oscar Category
Short films are the backbone of the film industry.
by BEA HAMMAM
Film
Anyone but You: The Return or Continued Lull of The Classic Rom-Com?
Does the modern revival of the rom–com remain “Unwritten”?
by CAITLYN IACCINO
Film
Dune: Part Two Shows the Way
Dune Director Villeneuve is conquering new worlds amidst the action movie slump.
by AARON VISSER
Film
Consumers Aren’t Dumb; They Are Deprived of Access.
Popularity and profitability in film are not in odds with artistic merits.
by FIONA HERZOG
Film
From Stand–Up to Screen
Rachel Sennott defies conventions and champions authenticity, all in pursuit of comedic excellence.
by ERIN JEON
Film
Twisted Romance on Screen
'May December' and 'Saltburn' explore the gray zones between love and obsession.
by FIONA HERZOG
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