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Jordan Peele Exposes ‘Us’ for Who We Really Are

Carrie Rickey / Truthdig Mar 20, 2019 The "Get Out" director’s second feature is ambitious, and his blending of horror with social criticism leaves a haunting impression. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Inside and Outside the 90th Academy Awards

Carrie Rickey and Jordan Riefe / Truthdig Mar 5, 2018 Carrie Rickey watched the show on TV. Jordan Riefe watched backstage at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Together, they provided running commentary. Dig deeper ( 15 Min. Read )

#OscarsNotSoWhite, or Male, This Year

Carrie Rickey / Truthdig Jan 23, 2018 The latest Academy Award nominations recognize numerous minority and female directors, writers and actors. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Art Imitates Life in Top Films of 2017

Carrie Rickey / Truthdig Dec 30, 2017 The best movies of the year reflected the zeitgeist of America. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

For the Love of Cinema

Jordan Riefe / Truthdig Dec 29, 2017 A few films this year show that beneath the mindless, crass commercialism of American moviemaking, a heart still beats. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )