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Catherine O’Hara Was Always a Delight

The Emmy-winning actress was especially adept at playing women who had been cast off but maintained an inflated sense of self, always with a great…

‘All You Need Is Kill’ Review: It Doesn’t Bear Repeating

By condensing the logic of the action, this anime adaptation of Hiroshi Sakurazaka’s light novel undermines the story’s excitement.

2025 Showed Us the Global Power of Anime

The medium has been bigger than niche for a long time. That became apparent to everyone in 2025.

The Best Animated Shows and Movies of 2025

Yes, “KPop Demon Hunters” makes the list. But that was just one of the standouts in a great year.

‘Toy Story’ at 30: Animation Has Never Been the Same

The Pixar Era kicked off 30 years ago with the first installment of the popular franchise. It’s given us countless hits, but something has also…

Today’s Top Directors Have Some Issues With Gen Z

“Eddington,” “One Battle After Another” and “After the Hunt” focus on young characters navigating the current political climate. The depictions aren’t always flattering.

The Overlooked Element to the ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Phenomenon

Beyond its catchy songs and memorable characters, the Netflix movie does an admirable job of capturing what it’s like to be an adoring fan.

‘Ne Zha II’ Review: A Captivating Demon Hero

This ambitious sequel serves as a testament to the level of artistry in the Chinese animation industry right now.

The First ‘Fantastic Four’: The Superhero Movie That Never Was

The first attempt at making a film about the superheroes was an extremely low-budget affair that was shot, abandoned and mostly forgotten about in the…

Christopher Reeve to David Corenswet: The Actors Who Played Superman

There’s more than one way to play the most classic of superheroes. Here’s how six actors have approached the role.