How Does Iconic Surf Film “The Endless Summer” Fit Into the Documentary Tradition?
Released in the midst of the Vietnam War, "The Endless Summer" provided mainstream American audiences with the opportunity to immerse themselves in the foreign, fantastical world of surfing.
Ask the Director: Jared P. Scott on “Requiem for the American Dream”
Writer, producer and director, Jared P. Scott, discusses "Requiem for the American Dream" featuring Noam Chomsky in an intimate conversation about the disparity between the very rich and…
How closely does “The Family Fang” match the book?
"The Family Fang" is a faithful adaptation, but readers will find a few intriguing changes. What's different?
Does “Fresh Off the Boat” rely on Asian American stereotypes?
Jessica Huang's depiction as a "tiger mom" has viewers up in arms, but does their criticism hold water?
How do the supernatural roommates in “Being Human” get along?
It's like "Three's Company" with more bloodlust.
What does “The Forest” say (or not say) about suicide rates in Japan?
"The Forest" is set in a Japanese forest infamous for serving as a popular suicide destination, using the real-world location as a premise for scares.
What is the history of the Bughuul demon in “Sinister” and “Sinister 2”?
Though "Bughuul" is a fabricated demon for the "Sinister" films, he does share a few similarities with existing deities.
What are the best performances by dogs in film and TV?
Which canine performances are truly Dogscar worthy?
Why did Supergirl wear glasses before becoming Supergirl?
The glasses Kara wears in her civilian guise serve a purpose beyond paying homage to Superman’s own disguise.
How fast can The Flash run?
For those of you who thought he could run at the speed of light, sorry to burst your bubble.
How does Charlie Chaplin use contrasts to drive the narrative in “The Kid”?
Chaplin continually shows two sides to every scenario throughout "The Kid," using these contrasts to drive the narrative.
Why has the comedy of “Buona Sera, Mrs. Campbell” endured through the decades?
"Buona Sera, Mrs. Campbell" has a well-constructed ensemble cast that took many of its actors away from the types of roles they typically play.