Is ‘The Morning Show’ Actually Feminist?
The Morning Show is messy and it’s fun. We know that. But it also seems to think it’s feminist—which…the more we watch the Apple TV+ series, the more we question. ...
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The One Thing Ruining This Season of ‘Peacemaker’
He’s the most interesting character in the newly crafted DC Universe.Peacemaker centers on John Cena’s titular superhero, who goes by Chris in human form. Season 2, which is currently airing ...
Let’s Talk About the Epic Car Chase Scene in ‘One Battle After Another’
The best cinematic car chases are propulsive, staged to get your heart racing in tandem with the speeding vehicles. One Battle After Another has a few, but it’s the political ...
‘English Teacher’ Staged ‘Angels in America’—But Made It About COVID
As a former English and drama teacher, I can say with some expertise that Season 1 of English Teacher was a humorous but accurate portrayal of what it’s like educating ...
It’s the Funniest Show on TV. Is It OK to Laugh at It?
This week:It’s the best comedy on TV. But should you watch?We have a new reality TV icon.Obviously I have thoughts about the Wicked trailer.Persistence pays off. Jean Smart!Class Is in ...
Wild New ‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ Theory Changes Everything You Think About Leatherface
Horror fans have a habit of humanizing their favorite monsters, perhaps the slashers especially. Art the Clown, who currently holds the modern slasher championship title belt for his work in ...
The Star Who Will Make You Obsessed With Netflix’s ‘House of Guinness’
(Warning: Spoilers ahead.) House of Guinness’s eldest heir, Arthur (Anthony Boyle), is close to coming up with a new beer advertising slogan while receiving a b---job from an unexpected late-night ...
Can ‘Wicked: For Good’ Save the Musical’s Horrendous Act 2?
The full trailer for Wicked: For Good is here, which means fans like myself who are obsessulated with the musical got the chance to dissect every frame and note to ...
The Fall of Absolutely Insane TV Shows Is Upon Us
This week: Unhinged TV is so back.Being respectful about Robert Redford. Surprising James Corden update. The Emmy moment I’ll never forget.A timely visit to recent history.The Golden Age of BonkersIt ...
How ‘High Potential’ Miraculously Became the Hottest Show on TV
By the prevailing logic of what makes a hit show, High Potential, a network police procedural, never stood a chance. Given the odds, it should have been relegated to one ...
