The Elusive Promise of the First Person
RaMell Ross’s “Nickel Boys” shows us the world from its protagonist’s point of view—a perspective that’s ubiquitous in novels, video...
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The New Western Gold Rush
Series like “Yellowstone” and “Landman” use classic tropes to depict modern-day concerns, while “American Primeval” frankly reassesses...
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How Romantasy Seduces Its Readers
The literary genre has skyrocketed in popularity, with titles dominating best-seller lists and commanding billions of views on TikTok. What’s...
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The Staying Power of the “S.N.L.” Machine
The comedy institution has come a long way from its ragtag, countercultural roots. Fifty years on, is it still essential viewing?
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“Severance,” the Gothic Double, and Our Increasingly Fractured Selves
The new season of the Apple TV+ show is the latest in a string of entertainments—including several Oscar nominees—that feature split...
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