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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Drayton and Mackenzie by Alexander Starritt review a warmly comic saga of male friendship

James Drayton, born to north London academics, is a socially awkward high achiever who privately measures himself against Christopher Columbus and Napoleon.
Books
Film
fromAnOther
1 week ago

Caleb Landry Jones on Starring in Folk Thriller Harvest

Walter Thirsk embodies a complex character, representing the struggles of leadership amidst societal collapse in medieval Scotland.
#film-review
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Eclipse review Tom Conti stars in intriguing but elusive tale of a mysterious death

Eclipse is a distinctive psychodrama that challenges viewers' expectations and provides a subtle narrative revelation towards the end.
Independent films
fromVulture
3 months ago

Gazer Is a Reminder of When Indie Films Were Exciting

Gazer uniquely showcases Newark as an ideal setting for a noir thriller through its narrative and visual style.
Independent films
fromVulture
2 months ago

The Nutty, Colorful, and Moving Sister Midnight Is Well Worth Seeing

Karan Kandhari's 'Sister Midnight' offers an imaginative portrayal of a young woman's frustrations in Mumbai, marked by character-driven narrative shifts.
fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago

Movie Review: Nothing Bad Happens to the Kitten in 'Sorry, Baby'

Agnes, portrayed by Eva Victor, initially seems to have it all: a picturesque lifestyle, a prestigious job, and charming friendships, yet an undercurrent of unease constantly haunts her reality.
Film
fromConsequence
4 weeks ago

Ethel Cain Unveils New Song "Fuck Me Eyes": Stream

Ethel Cain's new song, "Fuck Me Eyes," depicts a teenage girl with a complicated reputation and emotional depth.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

BI sat down with Johnny Hilbrant Partridge about his parody of private equity, which has become a cult hit on Wall Street and an unlikely side hustle.

The character 'PE guy' humorously critiques the excesses of private equity culture.
#thriller
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

How to Root for a Merciless Man, According to Wes Anderson

Anderson described creating Zsa-zsa Korda, a character resembling historical magnates, as reflective of contemporary anxieties, acknowledging that 'we're all reading the same newspapers.'
Film
#horror
fromInverse
2 months ago
San Jose Sharks

The Most Outrageous Survival Thriller Of The Year Is A Wild Remix Of The Shark Movie

fromInverse
2 months ago
San Jose Sharks

The Most Outrageous Survival Thriller Of The Year Is A Wild Remix Of The Shark Movie

fromtime.com
2 months ago

Netflix's Dept. Q Is One Character Short of a Great Detective Show

Dept. Q explores flawed characters in a crime drama, focusing on detective Carl Morck's return to duty after a traumatic incident.
fromIndieWire
2 months ago

See the Tricks 'Agatha All Along' Used To Walk the Witches' Road

Agatha Harkness's journey in "Agatha All Along" explores her quest for power and how she relies on others to regain it.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 months ago

LOEWE's FW25 Pre-Collection Campaign Blurs Reality Through a Cinematic Lens | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

LOEWE's Fall/Winter 2025 pre-collection showcases an intimate, character-driven campaign that emphasizes subtlety and innovative design in fashion.
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Bring Her Back Review: Fear Mommy Dearest

Hawkins' performance as Laura is a captivating blend of fragility, charm, and psychotic desperation, making her a complex and empathetic character in a thriller setting.
Independent films
#film-analysis
fromRoger Ebert
2 months ago

"Cookie's Fortune": A Little Southern Comedy | Far Flungers | Roger Ebert

Altman's 'Cookie's Fortune' showcases his unique connection with actors, leading to a charming depiction of human eccentricities in a Southern setting.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

God Is in the Details': Embracing Boredom in Art and Life

Adolescence challenges us to be OK with small talk and boredom, even if our impulse is to disappear into our screens.
Parenting
fromThe Washington Post
3 months ago

Review | Cowabunga! 'The Surfer' is a sunbaked Cage match.

'The Surfer' showcases Nicolas Cage's unique brand but raises questions about whether it would work better without him.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Review: Thunderbolts*' bends, but doesn't break, the superhero mold

Marvel's latest film offers a deeper character exploration with a focus on emotional struggles among anti-heroes.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

The Interview': Bill Murray Says He's Not the Man He Used to Be

Bill Murray's character in 'The Friend' reflects the complexities of charm intertwined with selfishness, similar to the duality of his offscreen persona.
Beer
Boston Bruins
fromVulture
3 months ago

9-1-1 Recap: Mister Cellophane

The episode explores the theme of invisibility through Archie and Hen's personal struggles, showcasing the need for recognition and validation.
fromPitchfork
4 months ago

Destroyer: Dan's Boogie

On Dan's Boogie, Bejar embodies a nightlife impresario, musically showcasing a character study that reflects his idiosyncratic style while engaging with his previous works.
Music
fromVulture
4 months ago

The Gay Dirtbag Lives On

Kristen Arnett's novel intertwines humor and poignancy, showcasing queer women's messy lives in Florida through relatable, flawed characters.
Relationships
fromVulture
9 months ago

Anora's Ending Is No Fairy Tale

Sean Baker's 'Anora' poignantly contrasts the fantasy of romance with the harsh realities of its protagonist's life, reflecting on unsimulated connection.
#crime
Film
fromVulture
4 months ago

Dope Thief Premiere Recap: Let Me Tell You a Bedtime Story

Dope Thief compellingly explores themes of crime, identity, and survival through the eyes of Ray Driscoll, a Black man navigating a harsh reality.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Dope Thief review this crime caper's hilarious moments are like Brooklyn Nine-Nine meets Breaking Bad

The balance of ambition and reality is crucial, especially for the characters spiraling into crime for survival and camaraderie.
Film
fromVulture
4 months ago

Dope Thief Premiere Recap: Let Me Tell You a Bedtime Story

Dope Thief compellingly explores themes of crime, identity, and survival through the eyes of Ray Driscoll, a Black man navigating a harsh reality.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Dope Thief review this crime caper's hilarious moments are like Brooklyn Nine-Nine meets Breaking Bad

The balance of ambition and reality is crucial, especially for the characters spiraling into crime for survival and camaraderie.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Adolescence review the closest thing to TV perfection in decades

Adolescence reveals the complexities of youth and the disconnect with adults in a gripping, single-take drama that challenges perceptions of culpability.
#gene-hackman
Film
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Gene Hackman and the Pugnacious Nature of Surprise

Gene Hackman skillfully blended warmth with menace, drawing audiences to morally complex characters throughout his impressive career.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

From Unforgiven to The Firm: Guardian writers pick their favourite Gene Hackman movies

Gene Hackman's roles in films like The French Connection and The Poseidon Adventure showcase his complexity as both hero and anti-hero.
Film
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Gene Hackman and the Pugnacious Nature of Surprise

Gene Hackman skillfully blended warmth with menace, drawing audiences to morally complex characters throughout his impressive career.
Independent films
fromInverse
5 months ago

20 Years Later, DC's Most Divisive Noir Thriller Is Getting A Huge Upgrade

Bad comic book adaptations often suffer from studio interference, compromising the originality of the source material.
fromBustle
5 months ago

Exclusive: Parker Posey Wants You To Meme Her 'White Lotus' Accent

I love the world of a murder mystery and creating a character that could be unhinged enough to do something drastic.
Writing
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
5 months ago

DocDoc is a hilariously funny new show in Bromley that had everyone in stitches

DocDoc is a theatrical comedy highlighting the humorous interactions of characters with OCD as they wait for a doctor.
fromInverse
5 months ago

'Common Side Effects' Is Keeping Surreal Adult Animation Alive

Marshall, a socially awkward researcher, discovers a life-changing cure using a mushroom, leading him into a dangerous situation.
Miscellaneous
fromVulture
6 months ago

Gerard Butler Letting Loose Is a Beautiful Thing to Behold

Den of Thieves 2: Pantera features intensified emotional energy at the expense of narrative clarity, offering a raw character study of Gerard Butler's role.
#theater
fromIndieWire
6 months ago
Writing

'The Last Showgirl' Writer Kate Gersten's Intimate Story Was Built for the Stage - but Made for the Big Screen

fromIndieWire
6 months ago
Writing

'The Last Showgirl' Writer Kate Gersten's Intimate Story Was Built for the Stage - but Made for the Big Screen

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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

Blood for Dust review a gutsy, state of the nation shoot-em-up lands in Coen bros territory

The film effectively explores noir themes through a morally complex protagonist in a critique of American capitalism and societal despair.
Video games
fromPolygon
7 months ago

Anora actor says his terrible gaming became a happy accident

Anora is a potential Oscar contender, showcasing a unique blend of comedy and sadness within New York's Russian-American community.
fromIndieWire
7 months ago

How 'The Penguin' Built on 'The Batman' and Made Colin Farrell Unrecognizable

Colin Farrell's portrayal of the Penguin in 'The Batman' inspired the team to explore a deeper origin story, leading to the development of 'The Penguin' series.
Independent films
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

Matlock review Kathy Bates has spent years waiting for a role like this

Matlock is not just a rehash of the original series; it starts as a legal drama but evolves into something more substantial and intriguing as it unfolds.
Miscellaneous
fromJuxtapoz
9 months ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Samual Weinberg "Lost Huron" @ Moosey Norwich

Weinberg's Lost Heron explores the quest for meaning through a whimsical character navigating loss and distraction.
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