Swan song for now
EntertainmentThe first time I did a film commentary for KCRW was so many years ago that listeners must have been listening on crystal sets.
Revenge As a Calling
EntertainmentThe hero of Robert Eggers's "The Northman," a Viking warrior in 9th century Iceland, thinks of nothing but avenging the death of his father, whose death may recall the plot of…
Settling For Sex While Looking For Love and Romance
EntertainmentThe lovers in "Paris 13th District," a romantic comedy by the French director Jacques Audiard, don't necessarily want to live the erratic lives they're living.
Above and Beyond
EntertainmentA new Netflix documentary, "Return To Space," may come on like a promotional piece for SpaceX, and why not?
A bad movie following a much worse show
EntertainmentWatching the Oscarcast in all its astonishing amateurism and then watching "The Contractor" for review is an unwelcome reminder of the state of the movie medium.
Love 'em or hate 'em. But watch them?
EntertainmentPrevious years of ratings declines don't bode well for the popularity of this year's Oscars show.
Her Inner Panda
EntertainmentBy now it's no spoiler to say that the teenage heroine of Pixar's "Turning Red" turns into a panda whenever her emotions get out of control.
Another At-Bat for the Dark Knight
EntertainmentA new Batman movie is upon us, with Robert Pattinson in the title role.