Catherine O'Hara 1954-2026

Come with us as the Watch List revisits highlights of a brilliantly demented career. Plus a few thoughts on the man known as Conejo Malo -- the Bunny Who is Bad

What to Watch: "Mr. Nobody Against Putin" and more

A startling documentary from inside Russia, plus two streaming recommendations, one must-avoid and a celebration of Brazil's director-of-the-moment.

What to Watch: "Zelig,""The Rip"

Woody's secret masterpiece makes a rare appearance on VOD. Plus: The new Matt-and-Ben extravaganza and "Kumiko the Treasure Hunter"

The 98th Oscars: Nom Nom Noms

Surprise: Academy voters nominated the strongest group of Best Picture contenders in years.

Watch List Digest 1/21/26

An educational announcement and 10 must-see Sundance movies.

Preview: The Last Sundance (sort of)

Ten films to catch at Sundance 2026

Take a Class with Professor Ty

Starting February 24, I'm teaching a ten-week online course in the history of movie stardom.

Watch List Digest 1/11/26

Deal with reality or go hide in a movie? Why not both?

What to Watch: The Republic, If You Can Keep It

Some thoughts on a terrible week and, yes, some movie recs: "Peter Hujar's Day," "Zodiac Killer Project" and John Sayles' "Matewan." Plus more for paid subscribers.

One Good Film: "Jandek on Corwood" 🔒

An eerie 2004 documentary about the ultimate outsider musician. "Questions etc can't be arranged. Anything else, just ask."

What to Watch: "Köln 75," "Marty Supreme"

A sweet little tale about the making of a famous album, Josh Safdie is running brilliantly out of things to say, and a few streaming recommendations from your constant reviewer.

The Best Movies of 2025

Ten great movies (and a baker's dozen of very good runners-up) for a pretty bad year.