Archive - Commentary Track

'Challengers' Is a True Love Triangle

I adored Luca Guadagnino's sexy, stylish sports romance.

Apr 12 •

Alex Garland Has Gone from Thoughtful Questions to Banal Conclusions

Rather than challenge his audience, the director now rests on simplistic observations.

Apr 10 •

5 Questions I Still Have After Seeing 'The First Omen'

I'm having a devil of a time with this movie.

Apr 7 •

Weekend Movies: Damien, Dev, and Democracy

Let's look at a few new releases.

Apr 5 •

Why 'The Matrix 5' Isn't a Bad Idea

Especially with Drew Goddard at the helm.

Apr 4 •

Major Streamers Are All Making the Same Mistake

Addition by subtraction.

Apr 3 •

Choose the Next 'First Five' Subject

Apr 1 •

March 2024

The Problem with "Pretentious"

Why I try to avoid a particular adjective.

Mar 31 •

Kathryn Bigelow: Danger Is the Drug

The first five films of the first woman to win the Oscar for Best Director explore the allure of self-destruction.

Mar 30 •

The World Is Big Enough for Two Godzillas

‘Godzilla x Kong’ is nothing like ‘Godzilla Minus One,’ and that’s okay.

Mar 28 •

‘Late Night with the Devil’ Finds Fresh Horror in the Tired Exorcism Genre

Cameron and Colin Cairnes’ new horror film is a breath of fresh, demonic air.

Mar 24 •

How to Willfully Misconstrue a Call for Peace

Over a week later, and people are still claiming Jonathan Glazer’s Oscar speech said something it didn’t.

Mar 21 •

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