The Bitter Irony of Barbie’s Oscar Nod
“Barbie” had lots to say about women – and the box office proved it. So why were its director and star overlooked by the Oscars?
Black and White Cinema Makes A Comeback
Several of this year’s Oscar nominees have something in common – the brilliant use of black and white cinematography.
Bong Joon-ho: From South Korea to Hollywood
Director Bong Joon-ho has the Oscars buzzing about “Parasite.” But his film career features some other worthy picks, like “Snowpiercer.”
“The Irishman”: The Redemption of Al Pacino?
Al Pacino is one of our finest actors, but some of his movie choices have been, um, “questionable.” With “The Irishman,” are we seeing a rebirth?
Midnight Cowboy at 50: How Would Modern Hollywood Rate It?
“I’m walkin’ here!” Dustin Hoffman and Jon Voight made a sad, memorable team in the edgy “Midnight Cowboy.” 50 years on, does it still have the power to shock us?