Why Will Smith Keeps Revealing Too Much
With a new confessional memoir and his growing social media presence, the actor is trying to reinvent himself for a new era of celebrity.
Taylor Swift Somehow Made “Red” Even Better
The most potent instrument Swift plays on Red (Taylor’s Version) is our knowledge of her past.
Eight TV Shows We Can't Get Enough Of
From new seasons of Insecure and Big Mouth to a new drama with Will Ferrell and Paul Rudd.
The Chris Pratt Backlash Was Always Coming
He’s arguably the most famous Hollywood Chris. But now that he’s everywhere, his critics have become more vocal.
“Succession” Is The Best Show On TV, And It’s Not Even Close
In its new season, the HBO drama goes full-throttle to prove that it’s still the pinnacle of television.
5 New TV Shows We Can't Get Enough Of
From the devastating Netflix miniseries Maid to a fun Hulu comedy starring Selena Gomez.
“Ted Lasso” Is Still Good
The second season may not contain the same spark as the first, but its finale proves that the Apple TV+ show still succeeds in its central mission.
“Squid Game” Works Because Capitalism Is A Global Scourge
Capitalism is the shared villain in Netflix’s global successes. (Light spoilers ahead.)
12 Great Movies Coming Out Soon
Here are the most interesting movies we saw at the Toronto International Film Festival.
Drake And Kanye Owe Us More Than This
The collision of Certified Lover Boy and Donda should have been a thrilling moment. Instead, it’s petty, frustrating, and lacking in high stakes.
Lorde Is Proof That Even Pop Stars Get Burnout
Solar Power fits in with a pop moment where some superstars are pulling back and no longer striving for ubiquity.
Does It Matter If Kanye Ever Releases “Donda”?
At this stage of Kanye’s career, and on such a personal project, his enemy is not time or process, but finality itself.
What Simone Biles Did At The Olympics Is Revolutionary
The gymnast’s decision to withdraw from some of her competitions at the Tokyo Olympics shows how much talking publicly about mental health has lost its stigma.
What Winston Marshall’s Departure From Mumford & Sons Reveals About The Band’s Brand
The band’s banjoist, quit over his endorsement of controversial right-wing pundits. But Mumford & Sons has always had an unsettled relationship to traditional masculinity.
How Annual Road Trips Strengthen My Male Friendships
For eight years, I’ve been going on road trips with three of my close guy friends and it’s really deepened our relationships.
7 New TV Shows You'll Binge
From a half-hour comedy about a group of Muslim punk rockers to a moving docuseries about the history of African American cuisine.
Prince Harry’s Savvy Media Pivot
His Apple TV+ show and recent media appearances are clear attempts to establish a new public image as a relatable dad in therapy.
How “Shrek” Changed Animated Movies Forever
It somehow hit the sweet spot for kids, teens, and adults — becoming a meme machine in the process.
There’s Room For Everyone In The Church Of Brandi Carlile
Six albums into her career and with a new book out, Carlile knows exactly who she is and whom she writes for.
To Convict Derek Chauvin, Prosecutors Couldn’t Tell The Truth About America
We saw the video. We know what happened.