Though its exploration of gentrification can be shallow, “The Last Black Man in San Francisco” is a heartfealt meditation on the meaning of a home, argues film columnist Hannah Eliot SC ’24.
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Being reel: A second virtual Sundance Film Festival offers sci-fi, social commentary and nostalgia
The 2022 Sundance Film Festival films explored themes like liberal guilt, post-grad life and tech culture, explains film columnist Adam Osman-Krinsky PO ’25.
Scene it: The bestial plot of ‘Lamb’ — so bad ewe can’t look away
Searching for a horror movie? Take “Lamb” (2021) off your list. Due to its absurd plot and visuals, “Lamb” lands closer to comedy than horror, TV and film columnist Rorye Jones PO ’23 claims.
Front of house: ‘Tick, Tick… Boom!’ is a spellbinding love letter to many mediums
“Tick, Tick… Boom!” is more than just a film adaptation of a musical, writes Caelan Reeves CM ’24.
A tender rebellion: How Kristen Stewart humanizes Princess Diana’s legacy in ‘Spencer’
In a compelling act of reclaiming her own past, Kristen Stewart powerfully embodies the People’s Princess’ nuances in “Spencer,” for which she deserves an Academy Award, argues Eliza Powers PO ’25.
Scene it: ‘Dune’ adds ‘spice’ to the big screen
With an epic soundtrack, breathtaking visuals, and top-tier acting, “Dune” goes down in history as a successful book-to-film adaptation, TV and film columnist Rorye Jones PO ’23 asserts.
Film philosophy: ‘Black Mirror’ questions what really matters
TV columnist Simone Bogedal PO ’24 explores how the examination of appearances on social media in “Black Mirror” can apply to our current lives.
Front of house: Revisiting the brilliance of ‘The Hunger Games’
Pop culture columnist Caelan Reeves CM ’24 argues that The Hunger Games franchise offers more than a surface-level story for young adults.
Scene it: Darkly comedic film ‘Zola’ strips stigma from dancing
The authentic film “Zola” (2021) breaks degrading Hollywood stereotypes with its depiction of stripping, TV and film columnist Rorye Jones PO ’23 writes.
Historic wins and huge upsets mark the 93rd Academy Awards
Following a difficult year for movies, the 93rd Academy Awards honored the best in film, with momentous wins and shocking upsets.