How does “Ball of Fire” reveal the class messages of the classic screwball comedy
Howard Hawks' "Ball of Fire" plays with the most central themes of the screwball comedy genre.
Where does the title of “Garfunkel & Oates” come from and what does it mean?
Garfunkel and Oates have been recording quirky folk-comedy music for nearly a decade, pulling their name from the less popular halves of two legendary folk duos.
Was “A Prairie Home Companion” about Robert Altman’s own death
Robert Altman's final work is a gently elegiac film that acknowledges the director's own mortality.
How did “Cleopatra” almost destroy its director and 20th Century Fox
With a bloated budget and constant on-set catastrophes, "Cleopatra" was one of the biggest disasters of Hollywood history.
Ask the Composer: Pieter Schlosser on “You, Me And The Apocalypse”
Pieter Schlosser discusses "You Me and The Apocalypse" and the difference between composing for the U.K. and the U.S.
Why is the new Bachelorette a surprising choice? What does it say about the show’s diversity issues?
JoJo's casting as the next Bachelorette not only undermines the show's traditional selection process, but it also highlights the show's diversity problem.
Is “Money Monster” based on Jim Cramer’s CNBC show “Mad Money”?
Director Jodie Foster has said that "Money Monster" is not based on "Mad Money," but the parallels are undeniable.
How did “Mary Poppins” gain her powers?
Mary Poppins may have actually been born with her powers, simply never forgetting the wondrous abilities humans have as children.
How does “The Lobster” satirize our relationship-obsessed society?
"The Lobster" is a surrealist satire of romantic relationships and oppressive social systems.
How long should it take for “Better Call Saul” to transform Jimmy into Saul Goodman?
"Better Call Saul" thrives on carefully deconstructing Jimmy's life on the path to becoming Saul. Its pacing is well-plotted for the type of story being told.
What does M.A.S.H. stand for? What is the movie and TV series about?
"MASH" and its television spin-off may be the gold standard for dads and uncles the world over, but what is it really about?