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A Wookiee Jedi Master at Last: I Would Die for Kelnacca in ‘The Acolyte’

The Acolyte , the latest Star Wars series on Disney , takes us away from the Skywalker saga into the world of the High Republic. But none of that...

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IF isn’t a cute fantasy for kids, it’s a poisonous fantasy for adults

Who is IF for? Looking at any of the film’s marketing or the trailer, the answer seems easy: kids. But after seeing IF, written and directed by John...

22.05.2024 40

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Netflix’s ‘Thelma the Unicorn’ Is the Next Animated Romp Your Kids Will Love

17.05.2024 30

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‘We Were the Lucky Ones’: Thomas Kail on the Emotional Finale Episode

Growing up, Thomas Kail—the Tony award-winning and Emmy-nominated director—loved It’s A Wonderful Life. “We were this Jewish family living in...

08.05.2024 30

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‘Knuckles’ Is the Show Jews Need Right Now—Seriously

Knuckles is one of the most surprising new shows of the year—yes, really. I know what you’re thinking: How could a spinoff of the incredibly...

28.04.2024 40

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The Scene That Should Win Netflix’s ‘Baby Reindeer’ an Emmy

Baby Reindeer is Netflix’s latest and most unlikely hit series, taking the world by storm in the weeks since its early-April release. The riveting,...

26.04.2024 20

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‘The Circle’ Drops an Epic, Shady New Twist That Blows Up the Game

I love watching The Circle . The Netflix reality competition series—about a group of people who communicate exclusively through the titular social...

24.04.2024 30

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Jesse Plemons’ Disturbing ‘Civil War’ Scene Will Haunt You

It’s fair to ask: Is Jesse Plemons OK? He seems like the loveliest guy, but just looking through his IMDb is enough to make you want to re-up on...

15.04.2024 20

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The Greatness of ‘Ripley’ Hinges on a Gorgeously Brutal Murder

Netflix’s Ripley , written and directed by Steven Zaillian (The Night Of, Schindler’s List), stars Andrew Scott as Tom Ripley, the loveable and...

08.04.2024 40

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‘3 Body Problem’: Our 7 Biggest Unanswered Questions

Netflix’s mind-bending 3 Body Problem is one heck of a ride, and it's only getting started. The series, created by Alexander Woo and Game of...

07.04.2024 10

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Does ‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ Have Two Gay Dads?

In Kung Fu Panda 4 , cinema's best panda Po (Jack Black) has two gay dads. Okay, so Po’s parents aren’t canonically gay, though if they want to...

13.03.2024 20

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‘Feud’ Provides a Vital Reminder: Naomi Watts Is a Master of Her Craft

Finally, Naomi Watts is great again! I know that might sound weird: When did two-time Oscar-nominee Naomi Watts stop being great? Well, it’s not so...

08.03.2024 20

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Against All Odds, ‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ Is the Best Movie of the Franchise

Did we really need another Kung Fu Panda? The third film in the DreamWorks Animation franchise, featuring Jack Black as the unlikeliest of martial...

06.03.2024 6

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‘True Detective: Night Country’ Ruined Its Entire Season in One Last Scene

If there were ever a series that could afford to take a massive swing in its finale, it’s True Detective: Night Country . After all, the fourth...

20.02.2024 10

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Jennifer Coolidge’s ‘Life and Beth’ Cameo Is, Unsurprisingly, a Must-See

There’s simply no stopping Jennifer Coolidge. She’s outstanding in everything she does, whether in a scene-stealing role like in Legally Blonde or...

19.02.2024 30

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Peanuts’ New Franklin Special Fixes 50 Years of Race Controversy

Everybody’s favorite Peanuts are back! The latest Snoopy Presents special on Apple TV , premiered over the weekend. The focus of the special has...

18.02.2024 30

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‘Argylle’ Owes The Beatles an Apology For Its Godawful Needledrop

Argylle is a bad movie. It’s got shoddy visual effects, disappointing action scenes, way too many twists, all stuffed into a whopping 139-minute...

06.02.2024 10

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Haters Be Damned: Jason Statham Is a Hollywood Treasure

They say life has certain inevitabilities—death, taxes, and Jason Statham opening up a can of whoop-ass. But for as long and as consistently as...

16.01.2024 10

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The Most Memorable ‘Mean Girls’ Lines, Ranked By Fetch-ness

What exactly is “fetch?” The word is used in the legendary 2004 teen comedy Mean Girls . Used exclusively by popular girl Gretchen Weiners (Lacey...

11.01.2024 10

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2023’s Best Queer TV and Movies Moments: From ‘Bottoms’ to ‘The Ultimatum’

What a year to be queer! Last year laid down the gauntlet for LGBTQ moments on screen, but 2023 managed to take things to the next level. A...

24.12.2023 550

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2023 Was the Year That Animated Movies Leveled Up

If there’s one great thing 2023 should be remembered for, it’s this: This has been an exhilarating year for animation fans. Yes, 2023 is the year...

21.12.2023 10

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The Fat Jokes in ‘Wonka’ Are Totally Tasteless

Following the endless British whimsy of the Paddington films, Paul King has turned his sights to the world of Willy Wonka. A prequel inspired by Roald...

18.12.2023 30

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The Ultimate Guide to the Best Hanukkah Movies

It’s a familiar feeling for anyone getting ready to celebrate Hanukkah—that sense that Christmas is everywhere. Hanukkah is always, and certainly...

07.12.2023 10

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‘Obliterated’ Hunk Nick Zano Is TV’s Next Great Action Star

Obliterated, Netflix’s new action comedy, starts with a bang. An American special forces group has successfully dismantled a nuclear bomb that was...

06.12.2023 10

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‘May December’ Devastates With One (Literally) Delicious Line

You can have great actors, fantastic filmmakers, and breathtaking cinematography—but if you don’t have convincing dialogue, it’s hard to fall in...

03.12.2023 20

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How ‘Obliterated’ Pulled Off Wild Action Stunts on the Vegas Strip

Las Vegas is one hell of a city. There’s quite literally nowhere else in the world quite like it: the Vegas Strip is one of the most outrageous...

03.12.2023 8

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