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.

West Side Story and Encanto — What You Might Like

Encanto really is a fun treat for the whole family.

The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring — A Wonderful Coming-of-Age Story

In this video essay, I discuss what makes The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring unexpectedly one of the best coming-of-age movies of all time.

Licorice Pizza — PTA’s Love Letter

Licorice Pizza is a truly transportative movie that feels both perfectly in line with PTA’s career and completely different at the same time.

C’mon C’mon — Understanding Each Other is Important

While the film takes missteps along the way, it ultimately succeeds in making you truly feel

Passing — What You Might Like

In the end, I got a deeper understanding of an issue I’m not completely familiar with