Archive - Chrisicisms

The new Superman is kind, brave and corny. He’s perfect.

James Gunn gives his DC universe a promising launch.

10 hrs ago •

Summer of 1995: Apollo 13

Ron Howard's drama in the stars is best when it's on the ground.

Jul 12 •

‘F1’ and ‘Jurassic World: Rebirth’ do what they say on the box

Summer programmers do what they say on the box.

Jul 9 •

Fighting in church

Worshipping God when I don’t like him.

Jul 6 •

My 25 favorite films of the 21st century

From pompous newsmen to lords of rings to trees of life.

Jul 3 •

Pride Month and learning humility

Letting love override my need to be sure.

Jul 1 •

June 2025

20 years of writing

On two decades of playing with words.

Jun 28 •

‘28 Years Later’ is a zombie movie with heart

Danny Boyle delivers a scary, thoughtful and emotional legacy sequel.

Jun 27 •

Summer of 1995: Pocahontas

Princess movie as EPCOT attraction.

Jun 25 •

‘Materialists’ is so much better than rom-coms are usually allowed to be

Celine Song’s sophomore film is one of the year’s best.

Jun 23 •

‘The Life of Chuck’ and the end of all things

How do we live, knowing this all ends?

Jun 21 •

Happy 50th birthday, "Jaws"

Resharing my thoughts on Spielberg's first masterpiece.

Jun 20 •

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