January 6 Wasn’t a Riot. It Was War.
Four Hours at the Capitol, a new HBO documentary, is a vivid, terrifying picture of violent insurrection.
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Wes Anderson’s Whimsy Goes Too Far
At its best, The French Dispatch mixes madcap fun, gentle satire, and earnestness. At its worst, it’s exhausting.
Dune Is Epic, but That’s Not Why It’s Great
A new film adaptation of the best seller has a colossal budget and an all-star cast—but its emotional depth is what sets it apart.
The Rock Band That Redefined Counterculture
Todd Haynes’s documentary about the Velvet Underground spotlights how sound can challenge—and change—society.
The Perfect Horror Movie That Inspired Countless Imitators
The original Halloween painted a frightening vision of suburban life. None of its sequels has managed to do the same.
‘The Most Influential Action Movies Ever Made’
James Bond has been in theaters across six decades. But with No Time to Die ending Daniel Craig’s run, where will the franchise go next?
Ridley Scott’s New Film Plays a Masterly Trick
The Last Duel tells a familiar story—and then unravels it.
How to Have an Impossible Conversation
The events in Mass are spurred by a school shooting, but the film’s true focus is the challenge of talking through grief.
The People Who Make Your Favorite Movies and Shows Are Fed Up
“If you watch television, if you watch films, you should think about who is making them and under what conditions.”
A Movie That Makes You Sympathize With a Monster
Titane opens with a woman having sex with a car and going on a killing spree. It ends on a much more tender note.