Man of Steel — Presenting Humanity’s Ideal

In this video essay, I explore the ways in which Man of Steel presents a moral ideal through the character of Superman.

Ranking the 2021 Movie Year

Here’s my countdown of every movie I saw in 2021

American Underdog, The Night House, The Alpinist, Nine Days, & Benedetta — What You Might Like

This is a subpar, but still not terrible family film with good values inside

Don’t Look Up — An Interesting Contradiction

The intense earnestness on display in the final sequence is enough for me to forgive its many other missteps

The Matrix: Resurrections — How to do a Legacy Sequel

This is a Wachowski movie through and through — no one else could have made this. But I’m eternally grateful that she did

Mass — Intimate, Raw, and Emotional Earnestness

Fran Kranz has created a masterpiece in every sense of the word. 

Spider-Man: No Way Home — Fan Service Done Well?

For a movie this full of fan service and callbacks, the nostalgia is naturally incorporated

Encounter — A Fresh Look at PTSD

Anchored by two tremendously personal and raw performances, Encounter is one that’s sure to stick with you.

Nightmare Alley — Incredible Modern Noir

I think this film is one of the best of the year.

Being the Ricardos, Swan Song, and Procession — What You Might Like

It’s still a fine movie that’s potentially worth a watch if you’re a fan of I Love Lucy.