The New York Times – Film:
Michael Bay wasn’t remotely worried about the science in his 1998 science-fiction action hit that launched an elite ensemble cast to space.
Author: Maya Salam
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In ‘Should I Marry a Murderer’ and ‘Trust Me,’ Informants Risk Almost Everything
The New York Times – Film:
In two new Netflix docuseries, women put their lives, safety and sanity on the line to help law enforcement bring down the bad guy.
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‘Reefer Madness,’ the P.S.A. That Backfired Spectacularly
The New York Times – Film:
The comically self-serious and outrageous 1936 morality tale, which warned the public about marijuana, became an unintentional parody and midnight-movie classic decades later.
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When a Not-So-Dark Knight and His Sidekick Saved a Wacky Gotham
The New York Times – Film:
Joel Schumacher apologized for “Batman & Robin,” his corny 1997 superhero movie, but thanks to its ice puns and bat nipples, it’s since become an accidental parody worth howling at.
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Michael B. Jordan Wins the Best Actor Oscar for ‘Sinners’
The New York Times – Film:
It was the actor’s first nomination for an Academy Award.
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‘Grease 2,’ the Giddy, Raunchy Flop That Brought Us Michelle Pfeiffer
The New York Times – Film:
The highly anticipated 1982 sequel failed to meet expectations at the time but has since charmed an adoring following with its ambitions dance numbers and nonstop ear worms.
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‘Volcano,’ the L.A. Disaster Movie That Boils Over With Unintended Comedy
The New York Times – Film:
Tommy Lee Jones and Anne Heche teamed up in their heyday to save Los Angeles from lava in this big-budget 1997 film that defies all logic to fantastic, farcical effect.