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In new projects, the British actor of South Asian descent takes on two parts — James Bond and Hamlet — that have long been defining roles for white actors.
Author: Maya Phillips
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The Politics of Teyana Taylor’s ‘One Battle After Another’ Character
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Teyana Taylor’s character of Perfidia Beverly Hills is the most radical part of Paul Thomas Anderson’s Oscar-winning movie.
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‘Scarlet’ Review: The Rest Is Anime
The New York Times – Film:
Mamoru Hosoda’s animated film about a fierce princess is a genderbent fantasy version of “Hamlet.”
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Catherine O’Hara Was Always a Delight
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The Emmy-winning actress was especially adept at playing women who had been cast off but maintained an inflated sense of self, always with a great comedic payoff.
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‘All You Need Is Kill’ Review: It Doesn’t Bear Repeating
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By condensing the logic of the action, this anime adaptation of Hiroshi Sakurazaka’s light novel undermines the story’s excitement.
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2025 Showed Us the Global Power of Anime
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The medium has been bigger than niche for a long time. That became apparent to everyone in 2025.
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The Best Animated Shows and Movies of 2025
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Yes, “KPop Demon Hunters” makes the list. But that was just one of the standouts in a great year.
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‘Toy Story’ at 30: Animation Has Never Been the Same
The New York Times – Film:
The Pixar Era kicked off 30 years ago with the first installment of the popular franchise. It’s given us countless hits, but something has also been lost.
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Today’s Top Directors Have Some Issues With Gen Z
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“Eddington,” “One Battle After Another” and “After the Hunt” focus on young characters navigating the current political climate. The depictions aren’t always flattering.