Alex Carter 
Parents with young kids can rejoice as “Moana 2” is set to be released during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. This sequel promises to replicate the thrilling narrative and captivating tunes of the original film that bewitched young viewers eight years ago and inspired countless Halloween outfits and youthful singing performances. The original film, which paid … Read more
Welcome to Screen Gab, our newsletter tailored for those who anticipate an abundance of leisure time this weekend. Undoubtedly, some of that time might be spent whipping up meals (and devouring them), or perhaps making a trip to the cinema with the kinfolk. However, if you share a common passion with the entertainment connoisseurs here … Read more
“Can I hear a Chee Hoo?” This is a line sung by the mythical Maui to the title character in “Moana 2.” It might seem like a simple phrase, but it carries cultural significance, plays a key role in the storyline, and has the potential to be Disney’s next catchy anthem. Sung with enthusiasm by … Read more
“The Order” serves as an intersection of crime drama and an often overlooked segment of hate group history in America. It stands as a thrilling and eerie portrayal, featuring two top-tier actors delivering standout performances. Directed by Justin Kurzel and penned by Zach Baylin, the film is based on the 1989 novel “The Silent Brotherhood” … Read more
Welcome to Movie Chat, the newsletter for all those who enjoy being in a place where everyone knows your name—even if it’s not Cheers. In the recent Netflix series “A Man on the Inside,” Ted Danson demonstrates that he can establish friendships in any setting, even a retirement home. His friendship with co-star Stephen McKinley … Read more
Hi there! I’m Mark Olsen and welcome back to your guide to the world of Only Good Movies. The biggest news in our world this week is the appointment of Amy Nicholson as the new film critic for the Los Angeles Times. Nicholson, an experienced critic and reporter who previously held the position of chief … Read more
How do you heal a shattered heart? Reverend Al Green has the answer. Through his soulful and melancholic songs, he has a unique way of making you feel less isolated. “Everybody Hurts”? Yes, but when Al Green croons it, it brings a sense of solace and optimism. I’m Glenn Whipp, a columnist for the Los … Read more
Ridley Scott’s 2000 masterpiece “Gladiator” concluded with a memorable scene that has since been linked with the film: the battle-hardened hand of Russell Crowe’s character, Maximus, gently touching wheat stalks, as he journeys home in the afterlife. This serene image is mirrored in the opening scene of its sequel, “Gladiator II.” Rugged hands, hardened from … Read more
Rory Kinnear, though yet to star in his own detective show, is a quintessentially British actor. His repertoire spans from Shakespeare to “Cranford,” “The Thick of It” to James Bond. He’s portrayed Frankenstein’s monster in “Penny Dreadful,” Tom Bombadil in “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power,” Winston Churchill in “The Ministry of … Read more
This press release is conveyed on behalf of Joshua Rothkopf, Film Editor, Matt Brennan, Deputy Editor, and Craig Nakano, Assistant Managing Editor of Entertainment and Arts: Accomplished Los Angeles-based film critic, journalist, and podcaster, Amy Nicholson, is set to take on the role of the newspaper’s film critic, following an exhaustive search that spanned several … Read more
