Film
Living Well at the End of Western Civilization
Nora Ephron’s ‘You’ve Got Mail’ explored the dawn of the internet age with a counterrevolutionary bent.
The Privileged Few
‘The Holdovers’ shows that privilege is real but that the divisions it creates are not insurmountable.
The Balance of Tragedy and History in ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’
Martin Scorsese’s latest is a model of nuanced adaptation that reckons honestly with America’s past.
How ‘The Sting’ Still Pulls Off Its Big Con
Fifty years after its release, the classic caper film showcases the best of Old and New Hollywood alike.
To Understand ‘Oppenheimer,’ Look Back at Prometheus
Christopher Nolan’s film, like the Greek myth, refuses to simply glorify its protagonist.
Duty and Belief
A look back at ‘Saving Private Ryan’ on the 25th anniversary of its release.
We’ll Always Have Turner Classic Movies … or Will We?
Why attacks on the classic film channel amount to more than a hill of beans.
The Heartbreak of An Immigrant
The new movie ‘Past Lives’ delivers a refreshing immigration story.
Screaming for Mercy
'Scream VI' can be exhilarating, but it’s ultimately a waste of potential.