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'Predators' and the Hidden Cost of Emotional Catharsis
David Osit's searing, insightful documentary goes beyond 'To Catch a Predator' to explore the collision of entertainment and justice.
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'One Battle After Another' Is Truly Revolutionary
With his sharp and witty action-thriller, Paul Thomas Anderson finds truth in the absurdity of our current moment.
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Ghosting Substack
I'm moving my newsletter to Ghost. Here's why.
 • Matt Goldberg
Jimmy Kimmel and the Canceling of Culture
The administration continues its war on disfavored speech.
 • Matt Goldberg
Robert Redford Shined Even Brighter Than His Stardom
Some thoughts on the Hollywood legend following his passing at the age of 89.
 • Matt Goldberg
'A Big Bold Beautiful Journey' Removes the Texture from Intimacy
Kogonada's movie feels like a love story by Instagram influencers.
 • Matt Goldberg
Ezra Klein Is Doing Politics the Wrong Way
The NYT columnist is more interested in flattering his ego than telling the truth.
 • Matt Goldberg
'Riefenstahl' Shows the Empty Artistry of a Notorious Propagandist
Andres Veiel's new documentary thoughtfully reexamines the legacy of 'The Triumph of the Will' director.
 • Matt Goldberg
'The Long Walk': A Brutal Journey through America's War Machine
Text, subtext, and taking genre stories seriously.
 • Matt Goldberg
'The Conjuring: Last Rites': One More Round of Faith, Family, and Literal Demons
The horror franchise goes out on the same note it's been playing since 2013.
 • Matt Goldberg

August 2025

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