As Ryûsuke Hamaguchi’s captivating new film, “Evil Does Not Exist,” begins, viewers are treated to a tranquil journey through a snowy forest, underscored by an Eiko Ishibashi soundtrack that is both mellow and ominous. This peaceful scene prompts us to anticipate a looming malevolent disruption, particularly as the serene music comes to a sudden halt, … Read more
The series “Fallout” has been topping the charts on Prime Video for two weeks now, and its success is undeniable. But what does the title really mean? The world on Prime Video is nearing its demise, but with flair! “Fallout”, a free adaptation of the popular video game series, is all about laughter and unapologetic … Read more
As “Star Wars” Day is just around the corner, it’s the perfect moment to revisit and evaluate The Times’ reviews of every movie and TV show within this constantly evolving, groundbreaking cosmic saga. We’ve updated our 2015 compilation, which preceded the latest influx of “Star Wars” films and TV series that have endeared the franchise … Read more
The Mesmerizing Glow of the TV Screen “I Saw the TV Glow” is a gripping narrative that delves into the emptiness of growing up entranced by the small screen. In 1996, a socially awkward youngster named Owen (portrayed as a seventh grader by Ian Foreman and as a barely developed adolescent and adult by Justice … Read more
Justin Hartley stars in the crime series “Tracker,” available on Disney+ starting today. What’s the Story? Colter Shaw is a lone wolf, who roams the country in his RV, using his tracking skills to assist individuals and law enforcement in resolving a variety of crimes or locating missing persons. What You Need to Know Disney+ … Read more
Don’t mess with Tiffany Haddish, because she won’t hesitate to retaliate. The star of “Girls Trip” and “Haunted Mansion” confessed that she isn’t afraid to tackle cyberbullying head-on, especially when it’s aimed at tarnishing her good name. She’s even been known to provide her detractors with an unexpected dose of reality. Considering the relentless criticism … Read more
I have to admit that until I watched the crowd-favorite movie “The Fall Guy,” I was not aware that its title is a reference to stunt performers who specialize in high jumps. My knowledge of it being based on a TV series from the ’80s was also vague, as I was busy with college and … Read more
The animated series “Twilight of the Gods”, co-created by Zack Snyder, is set to premiere on Netflix this coming fall. Whether a third Rebel Moon will be released on Netflix or not is still uncertain. The sequel, which premiered on the platform on April 19, has been widely criticized. In fact, Rebel Moon is among … Read more
New York — In the early days of 1998, a budding Japanese comic by the name of Tomoaki Hamatsu, who was more affectionately known as Nasubi — or “eggplant,” due to his elongated face — was selected to be the lead in a popular variety show called “Susunu! Denpa Shōnen.” The show, conceived by producer … Read more
“Macbeth” is strewn with casualties — not just in its fictitious war scenes. The play has claimed a host of notable directors and actors, all succumbing to the play’s true curse: its subtle yet profound dramatic complexity. The issue seems paradoxical. How could a play as theatrically captivating as “Macbeth” ignite an audience’s fascination only … Read more
