Archive - Decoding Everything

December 2024

November 2024

‘Moana 2’ Is Rough Sailing Through Shallow Waters

Disney’s latest animated feature ditches the heart of the original for a rushed follow-up story.

Nov 26, 2024 •

Why We're Stuck In An Endless Hell of Live Action Remakes

Tansy Gardam breaks down the phenomenon of live action remakes.

Nov 25, 2024 •

‘Wicked’ Is the Rare Adaptation That’s Better Than Its Stage Version

Jon M. Chu’s adaptation of the musical’s first act gives the story more room to breathe.

Nov 20, 2024 •

‘Gladiator II’ Is So Obsessed With 'Gladiator' It's Kinda Cringe

This sequel to the award-winning classic can't stop thinking about its predecessor.

Nov 11, 2024 •

‘Heretic’ Shows the Horror of Being Trapped in a Reply-Guy’s Basement

Scott Beck and Bryan Woods’ new movie nods towards faith but is more concerned with misogyny.

Nov 8, 2024 •

I Don’t Think People Realize What They’ve Done

Some scattered thoughts on the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election.

Nov 6, 2024 •

'Anora' Is a Wildly Entertaining Home Run

Revisiting Stephen David Miller's thoughts on Sean Baker's soon-to-be-classic.

Nov 1, 2024 •

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