Film
The Passion and Process of David Hockney, Seen in a Restored Documentary
A new 4K restoration of Jack Hazan's 1974 documentary A Bigger Splash brings us a look at the pop artist's work, erotic imagination, and romantic turmoil.
Justine Smith
Film
Is a Movie Autobiographical Just Because the Director Cast Himself and His Wife as the Leads?
Carlos Reygadas's Our Time has drawn heavy speculation over the fact that he and his wife play a couple experiencing trouble with their open relationship. But this says more about the commentators than the film itself.
Film
Exploring a Film Critic's Tastes Through the Movies She Loved — and Hated
On the centennial of Pauline Kael's birth, the Quad Cinema is presenting Losing It at the Movies, a retrospective including both films that received her highest praise and those she viciously tore apart.
Art
The Nostalgic Melancholy of YouTube Urban Exploration Videos
Many channels have made popular videos about "scary" things like abandoned asylums or amusement parks. But there is a different trend which reveals the mundane decay of the suburbs.
Music
The Gospel According to Kanye and Aretha
The live stream of Kanye West's Coachella "Sunday Service" and the restored Aretha Franklin concert film Amazing Grace offer contrasting portraits of celebrity faith.
Film
An Experimental Softcore Porn Series Is Revived in Japan
Last year, Nikkatsu rebooted its Roman Porno series with five new films, two of which are currently streaming on the platform Mubi.