'The Last of Us': Kathleen's Revenge Monologue Foreshadows Season 2
The episode's emphasis on obsessive vengefulness sets the stage for the events of the show's second season.
Predictions from 'The Simpsons' Can Actually Be Explained
Though the show is known for its perfectly cromulent writers, there's nothing particularly prognostic about the wacky events in Springfield.
Nick Offerman's Bill in 'The Last of Us' Is the Best Acting of His Career
Offerman wowed sitcom audiences with Ron Swanson, but now he's showing off previously untold depths.
'The Last of Us' Episode 2 Keeps Us Close to Terrifying Clicker Action
The show's second episode features a particularly palpable action sequence in which the camerawork is chiefly responsible for the thrill.
'The Last of Us' Episode 2's Opening Scene Amps Up Ellie's Importance
The episode painstakingly showcases why Ellie is someone special.
'The Last of Us's Humor Makes Its Characters More Compelling
Amidst all the despair and horror, there is a surprising amount of warmth and humor in HBO's adaptation.
'The Last of Us' Episode 1 Captures and Heightens the Game's Terrifying Getaway Sequence
This car sequence follows the trajectory of its analog in the video game but adds little moments of terror that accrue into something even stronger.
'The Last of Us' Trailer Breakdown: A Post-Apocalyptic World Where Family Is Key
This adaptation of a video game looks not only good, but also like a captivating, prestige drama.
Jenny Nicholson’s Optimism Is What Makes Her Evermore Video So Good
It's a painstakingly well-executed and fascinating look at a theme park that squandered its vast potential.
‘The Simpsons’ Is Still as Funny as It’s Always Been
The past two seasons have proven the writers' ability to create a modern show that is still hilarious and compelling.
How Hiro Murai Creates Cinematic Masterpieces for TV
Whether directing comedy or drama, his high-contrast visuals, gallows humor, and evocative camera movement elevate any script to a new level.
The Haunted History of 'Poltergeist'
Behind-the-scenes troubles include multiple deaths, mysterious malfunctions, and the questionable use of human remains.
'Reboot' Says Insensitive Boomers and Woke Zoomers Need to Find Middle Ground
Both generations of comedy writers have something to learn from the other.
'The Super Mario Bros. Movie' Trailer Breakdown: Stunning Visuals Elevate Lackluster Voice Acting
Chris Pratt's Mario has the vaguely New York accent of a community theater one-man-show.
'Splatoon 3' Provides a Welcome Reprieve from Gaming’s Toxic Masculinity
For anyone sick of toxic gamers, cruelty, and gore, 'Splatoon 3' provides the perfect way to kick back.
'12 Monkeys' Ending Explained: How That Time-Travel Twist Worked
One of the more perplexing elements of the film is its ending, which provides a fair share of ambiguity even to viewers paying careful attention.
Woody Allen Retiring Wouldn't Change His Legacy, For Better or Worse
Fans will remind people to "separate the art from the artist," but rarely is that so difficult as it is with Woody Allen.
11 Best Video Games About Vikings and Norse Mythology
Vikings have long been the stuff of legend, and in terms of video games, these famous seafaring people function as both heroes and villains.
Best Kids' Adventure Movies, From 'Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban' to 'Enola Holmes'
Bikes, aliens, bullies, and magical talking lions - these movies have it all!
How 'Better Call Saul's Final Season Made Perfect Use of Black and White
The series drew on stylishness with aplomb, using stark light lines and visual references to film noir.