How does “The BFG” compare to the previous animated adaptation?
The BFG (2016) is the latest adaptation of Roald Dahl’s classic children’s books. Over the years, we have seen Dahl’s work translated into various cinematic forms from live-action CGI to…
In “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” is Rey a Mary Sue?
A "Mary Sue" is a character who is seemingly perfect and possesses unrealistic abilities, yet female Mary Sues are more scrutinized than male ones. Critiques of Rey and other strong…
Why is Jar Jar Binks so reviled?
Jar Jar Binks was created in an attempt to appeal to children and provide "The Phantom Menace" with comic relief, a decision that alienated Star Wars fans and clashed with the film's…
Why hasn’t the success of “The Colbert Report” led to high ratings for Colbert’s “The Late Show”?
"The Colbert Report" was a critically-lauded and popular success during its nine seasons, but that success hasn't followed Colbert on his move to the late night circuit.
Ask The Composer: Gary Lionelli From “O.J.: Made In America”
Gary Lionelli, the composer for "O.J.: Made In America," spoke to ScreenPrism about crafting the mood for the documentary.
What is the significance of the title of “Complete Unknown”?
The title of "Complete Unknown" comes from the classic Bob Dylan song "Like a Rolling Stone," which is itself derived from the famous proverb, "A rolling stone gathers no…
What is the underlying message of “Downton Abbey”?
Downton Abbey is full of woven plots and intricate storylines, but all are guided by the dominant theme of tradition versus progress.
Who is the villain in “Suicide Squad”?
In a film that's filled to the brim with villains, who is the true antagonist, and was it the right choice?
How does Harley Quinn’s new look symbolize her toxic relationship with the Joker?
From her "Property of the Joker" jacket to her devoted tattoos, Quinn's new getup in "Suicide Squad" screams Team Joker from head to toe.
In what ways is “Gilmore Girls” a feminist show?
"Gilmore Girls" doesn't beat viewers over the head with a radical feminist agenda. Instead, the show’s real success is its ability to seamlessly weave casual feminism into everyday…
How historically accurate is “Halt and Catch Fire”?
“Halt and Catch Fire” parallels the 1980s computer revolution, with the first season focusing on the rise and fall of Cardiff Electric (loosely based on Compaq) and the second season focusing…
What does “Pan’s Labyrinth” have to say about fascist post-Civil War Spain?
Through the use of allegorical real-life and fantastical villains, Guillermo Del Toro highlights the crushing impact that Francoist Spain had on the freedom and imagination of its citizens.