James Gunn’s Superman redefines the hero, using failure, Lois’s arc, and emotional validation to win audiences.

Weeks Later, like The Mist, has something to say about America's War on Terror. While a departure from the first film, it's ...

A Complete Unknown does the most Bob Dylan thing possible by focusing on the music more than the man. And it has a lot to say about the music and politics.

Queer is a movie for the lonely. It explores how connection can become an addiction. What lengths will someone go to bridge the gap? Luca Guadagnino shows the range of his filmmaking ability in this ...

Conclave is a movie by an outsider to the Church that has ruffled the feathers of many within. But much of its controversial message seems to come from Pope Francis himself.

Black Swan is a companion-piece to Aronofsky’s The Wrestler. Both films look at the physical and mental cost of performance. Nina sacrifices her mind, body, and soul in the pursuit of perfection.

Smile 2 reminds us that celebrities often have people who support them as products but not as people. And that when the personal trauma becomes public, the result is often tragic.

Want Terrifier 3 explained? We cover everything, from the symbolism of Art the Clown to the Biblical allegories that define Sienna's story.

The Silence of the Lambs is of the best police procedurals in the history of film. But there’s more going on than the story Clarice tracking down Buffalo Bill. The film makes artistic statements about ...

The end of Joker: Folie á Deux really begins following the assault by the guards and the death of Arthur’s fellow inmate and friend, Ricky. The assault itself is a full circle moment, as we find out ...

What is Vanilla Sky about? For those who want a quick answer—Vanilla Sky is pretty straightforward. Everything that Tech Support says in the final scene is true. Tom Cruise is having a lucid dream. He ...

Speak No Evil has more going on than just an excellent performance from James McAvoy. It has two primary themes. One, the importance of healthy honesty. And two, the influence of parents on children.