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'The Dark Knight Returns.' Yawn. 'The Long Halloween.' Snooze. 'Batman: Blink' is what Matt Reeves should read before making the next Batman sequel.

Accepting the ‘Star Wars’ Special Editions as Definitive Editions

Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to suffering. So, free yourself. Let's enjoy the 'Star Wars' Special Editions together.

Darryl F. Zanuck and the Rise and Assimilation of 20th Century Fox

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From CinemaScope to Murdoch to merging with the House of Mouse.

‘Studio 666’ Delivers a Hilariously Bloody Slice of Rock ‘n’ Roll Horror

Dave Grohl and friends have a blast in a murder house, and you're invited!

The Final Season of ‘Better Things’ is a Tender, Magic-Filled Goodbye

As Pamela Adlon's FX comedy series comes to a close, it remains an engaging, indelible look at the magic of everyday life.

The Ins and Outs of Identifying Classical Hollywood Storytelling

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Think of it as an "I Spy" puzzle but for the basic principles of classical era storytelling.

The 42 Most Anticipated Movies of 2022

The Film School Rejects team digs into this year's list of promised releases in search of the most anticipated movies of 2022.

Lexi Howard Psychoanalyzes the Characters of ‘Euphoria’ Better Than Anyone Else

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Lexi's play reveals more about characters than they care to know about themselves.

Why Daniel Kaluuya is So Effective in ‘Get Out’

Jordan Peele’s hit film was destined to become a new horror classic, but it's narrative backbone is carried by Kaluuya’s magnetic performance as Chris Washington.

Remembering Batmania: The Revolutionary Marketing of 1989’s ‘Batman’

Na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na batmania!

How ‘Sharp Objects’ Ended with a Perfect Dose of Poison

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Prestige mystery series don't get much darker than 'Sharp Objects,' and 'Sharp Objects' doesn't get much better than its sickening finale.

26 Things We Learned from Chloe Zhao’s ‘Eternals’ Commentary

"And now we enter the world of Terrence Malick."

12 Movies to Watch After ‘Uncharted’

Whether or not you like the new video game adaptation, you'll want to check out these movies that came before it.

What to Expect From Marvel Studios in 2022

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Marvel in 2022 looks to be as packed as Marvel in 2021. And probably not as packed as it will be in 2023.

How They Make Fake Snow for Movies

There’s snow business like show business.

The Real Story Behind ‘The Dropout’

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Amanda Seyfried plays Elizabeth Holmes, who defrauded investors with her now-infamous company Theranos.

What the Fembots of ‘Ex Machina’ Say About the Status of Women in Film

Turing test ... Bechtel test ... time to get our wires crossed!

‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ Makes Good on All Three Counts

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A new Texas plus the same old chainsaw equals an entertaining little massacre.

Every ‘Star Wars’ Property We Can Expect to Watch in 2022

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We preview the franchise slate hitting screens in 2022. There are definites like 'Obi-Wan Kenobi' and 'Andor,' but we hold hope for 'The Mandalorian' Season 3.

Nate Jacobs is the Evil Heart of ‘Euphoria’

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Basically, Nate Jacobs is the root of all bad things in 'Euphoria.'

‘Marry Me’ Will Have You Looking Into Divorce or Annulment

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Maybe skip it and watch 'Notting Hill' instead.

‘I Want You Back’ is a Sweet and Mildly Raunchy Rom-Com

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Fans of 'Going the Distance' will want to give this one a spin.

Two Silent Stars Collide in ‘Beyond the Rocks’

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100 years has passed since Gloria Swanson and Rudolph Valentino worked together, but the story of their production is still fascinating today.

‘Severance’ Is An Ominous and Ingenious Workplace Thriller

The excellent Apple TV+ series follows employees of a shady corporation who sever the connection between their work and home lives.

Identity, Rebellion, and the Origins of New German Cinema

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Fassbinder, Wenders, and Herzog ... oh my!

‘Blacklight’ Leaves Both Liam Neeson and Viewers Wholly Disinterested

Even the brightest of lights won't find anything of value here.

The Impact Liza Minnelli and ‘Cabaret’ Had on Movie Musicals

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As chanteuse Sally Bowles, Minnelli conveys the soul of her character through song, dance, and dramatic specificity.

‘Kimi’ Pairs a Terrific Zoë Kravitz with Underwhelming Thrills

Steven Soderbergh's latest succeeds almost solely on the strength of its lead.

Are the Thunderbolts Finally Headed to the Marvel Cinematic Universe?

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A new comic book series suggests a possible cinematic appearance from Marvel's most treacherous superhero team.

‘Playground’ Flawlessly Captures the Cruelties of Childhood

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Laura Wandel's debut feature -- selected as Belgium's entry for the Best International Feature Film award at the Oscars -- gets to the heart of childhood’s dark truths.

The Subtle Sound Design of Mia Hansen-Løve

Rustling leaves, the gentle rocking of a subway car ... it must be a Mia Hansen-Løve film.

26 Things We Learned from Edgar Wright’s ‘Last Night in Soho’ Commentary

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"Might have to do a whole other separate commentary at some point just about the mirror effects."

The Art of the Animated Dance Party Ending

Don't worry we only have good things to say about the Shrek franchise.

‘Hiruko the Goblin’ Insists Upon Being Our Pick of the Week

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Plus 10 more new releases to watch at home this week on 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD!

2022 Oscar Nominations

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Winners will be announced at the 94th Academy Awards on March 27th.

‘Death on the Nile’ Sails Forward Almost on the Power of Kenneth Branagh Alone

Come for Kenneth Branagh's fantastic portrayal of Hercule Poirot, and stay for, well, Kenneth Branagh's fantastic portrayal of Hercule Poirot.

What’s New to Stream on Hulu for February 2022

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Looking for what's new on Hulu for February 2022? We got you covered with our picks for the best of what's new including what's old!

How the Golden Ratio Explains Cinema’s Hold On Us

You know what they say. The eyes are the window to the soul.

The Best Movies We Saw at Sundance 2022

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These are our picks for the 15 best movies at Sundance 2022, including Kogonada's sophomore feature and two films starring Dakota Johnson

What’s New to Stream on Amazon Prime for February 2022

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They said Jack Reacher was too big for television. They lied. (Because his new series is now streaming, and it rocks.)

Dakota Johnson as Madame Web is as Weird as it Sounds

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Spider-Man comics are filled with strange creations and Madame Web is one of the strangest.

‘Jackass Forever’ is More of the Same, So You Already Know if It’s For You

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So many dicks, so little time.

‘Moonfall’ Makes ‘Armageddon’ Look Like a NASA Training Film

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Is it stupid? Absolutely, but it's no less entertaining for it.

Why ‘The French Dispatch’ is Wes Anderson’s Most Stylish Film To Date

'The French Dispatch' is all about having fun with art even when the subject matter is serious. Naturally, the film itself is a stylistic smorgasbord.

Meet the Spaghetti Western Killer in ‘The Book of Boba Fett’

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How dare he gun down the most handsome cowboy in the galaxy far, far away!?

What’s New to Stream on Netflix for February 2022

A ninth 'Texas Chainsaw Massacre' film is one of this month's new arrivals to Netflix. Ninth!

Dream Therapy: The Heartfelt Humanism of Satoshi Kon’s ‘Paprika’

Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? When it comes to Satoshi Kon's 'Paprika' the answer is an enthusiastic yes.

‘Euphoria’ Reexamines the Love Triangle

In Season 2, 'Euphoria' defies the notion of conventional romantic geometrics.

All the Horror You Need to Stream in February 2022