The Defeatist

The fastest ship in the galaxy stays the same old course

Marvel Studios' "Infinity War" is entertaining yet bereft of any surprise or importance

To the disaffected critic in the age of the cinematic universe

Exploring the neon-colored unknown while delving into our own human frailties

Netflix’s “Mute” is an unfortunate and problematic movie

Ryan Coogler’s “Black Panther” is ascendant: only slightly hampered by Marvel’s movie formula

Show up for a story of heroic journalism—stay for the story of a heroic woman

10 Things I’m Looking Forward To This Year in Culture, Comfort, & Consumption

Aaron Sorkin’s directorial debut pays out, somewhat