The James Bond Trap
Ian Fleming created the superspy—and then couldn’t get rid of him.
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The Hollywood Pros Finally Getting Their Due
A new Oscars category will recognize casting directors, who perform a mysterious but vital component of moviemaking.
A Godzilla Movie That’s Actually Terrifying
Godzilla Minus One is a rare beast: a viscerally arresting monster flick with legitimate emotional stakes.
17 Indie Films You Must See in 2024
Time travel, Sasquatches, Kristen Stewart in a mullet—here are our favorite movies from this year’s Sundance Film Festival.
A Mystery Movie That’s More of a Marketing Plan
Matthew Vaughn’s Argylle borrows from a lot of very recent spy-thriller history.
The Sundance Movie That Sent People Running for the Exit
Sasquatch Sunset is the latest in a long line of art-house films that turn viewing into an endurance test.
The Director Who Was Never as Famous as His Movies
In the Heat of the Night. Moonstruck. Fiddler on the Roof. The late Norman Jewison’s films were wildly divergent—and unforgettable.
Why the Oscars Overlooked Greta Gerwig
The Barbie filmmaker isn’t the first to be snubbed for directing a crowd-pleaser.
The Youths Really Like Anyone but You
Gen Z audiences are turning the film into a word-of-mouth hit weeks after its opening.
Can Anything Stop Oppenheimer at the Oscars?
Many recent winners have lacked mainstream appeal—but this year, that changes.