News You Can (Actually) Use

I really do have some movie tips in this one, but first I want to talk about where we get our information. I am grateful for your indulgence.

One, no, TWO Good Films: “Crazy Love” and “Mother”

Resurfacing on VOD: A twisted New York love story and early Bong Joon ho -- plus the latest edition of Ty's Movie Club.

New Reviews: "Mickey 17," Seven Veils," "There's Still Tomorrow" 🔒

This week's reviews from the Washington Post.

What to Watch: Weekend Guide

More Oscar nominees come to VOD, along with a DIY Gene Hackman festival, a ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ foreign film and two intriguing oldies.

One Good Film: "My Foolish Heart"

The one movie that J.D. Salinger allowed to be made from his work -- and the reason it was the last. Plus: My meeting(s) with Jerry.

Ty's Oscar Predictions 2025

Some years it’s pretty obvious which film and which performances are going to win an Oscar. This is not one of those years.

"The Girl with the Needle" & "Grand Theft Hamlet" (& Gene Hackman) 🔒

Two reviews of new movies, one Oscar-nominated and the other fun. Plus, my WaPo Gene Hackman appreciation.

A Note to Readers

I’m on deadline for a newspaper for which I have little remaining respect. Why am I doing it?

What to Watch: Pre-Oscar Catch-up

Recent movies at affordable VOD prices! Plus: One to avoid.

The Whole Almodóvar

All 23 of the Spanish director's feature films are newly available on demand. I rate every last one of them and tell you where to find them.

New Reviews: "Capt. America," "Armand," Oscar shorts

Are you tired of Marvel Cinematic Universe movies? Yeah, me too.

What to Watch: Stone'd Again

Questlove's "Sly Lives!" comes to Hulu, a powerhouse Marianne Jean-Baptiste double-bill pops up on Amazon, and more.