It’s Sternberg’s most challenging look into male desire-cum-power, and the danger that lurks underneath our thick “civilized” skins. Read more…
Film
A Taste of Sundance 2017 From Lemons to Ghost Stories
Outside of competition there were some incredible works of cinematic art that will be talked about all year long. Read more…
“Who Is You, Chiron?” or: 2016, A Year in Movies Matthew Libby's Faves
If 2016 was good for anything, it was film. Read more…
Political Classics: “The Manchurian Candidate” (1962) The Relevant, Paranoid Thriller That Will Scare You Silly
It is propulsive, addicting filmmaking of the highest order. It demands our attention, choking and grabbing us by the coat lapels in the process. Read more…
Game of Thrones Season 6.1-6.3 Recap: We Meet Again
Good luck to everyone’s favorite characters—they’re going to need it. Read more…
In Praise of David O. Russell A Dissection of a Modern Master
David O. Russell is one of the best directors working in Hollywood today, and the most readily misunderstood - one that, for some reason, rustles jimmies like no other. Read more…
Steps: Episode 4
In this episode of Steps, Lloyd Lucin dances to Kolaj’s “The Touch”. Read more…
Like Sand Through A Sieve Thoughts On Only Yesterday
Only Yesterday is a treat for all souls. Read more…
The Power of Humor in Deadpool How Movies Can Capitalize or Misuse the Funnies
Deadpool’s humor is more impressive than you might think. Read more…
A Tour Through Black Representation on Film
In honor of Black History Month, StAR contributors look back on over 100 years of black representation in film and TV. Read more…