Video game writers have become much more adept at using death as something more worthwhile than a dramatic plot device…
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Today marks the opening night of EbertFest! Every year, fans of Roger (and the movies) flock to the Virginia Theater…
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Set within the Chinese diaspora massage parlors, restaurants, and construction sites of Flushing, Queens, “Blue Sun Palace” is a deeply…
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“Andor” opens its second season with a micro version of what it does so well: a scene of sharp intellect…
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From April 23-26, 2025, Roger Ebert’s official film festival, EbertFest, will celebrate its 26th year with a host of new…
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One of the great joys when watching a Ryan Coogler project is seeing how he’ll remix seemingly unrelated stories, themes,…
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Thousands of versions of Cinderella exist throughout the world, but it’s safe to say that only one variant of the…
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Chicago is home to over 40 film festivals—it feels like every year the city introduces another one, providing endless opportunities…
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We’ve seen a lot of Sherlock Holmes variations. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s stories debuted way back in 1887, and it…
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Ramy Youssef is one of the most interpersonal storytellers of today. Much of Ramy Youssef’s creations—the Max standup specials “Feelings”…
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