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 )

The Academy’s ‘Green Book’ Debacle Should Come as No Surprise

Stuart Richards / The Conversation Feb 25, 2019 Peter Farrelly's Oscar-winning drama is merely the latest in a long line of Hollywood productions with questionable racial politics. Dig deeper ( 5 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 )

‘Shape of Water’ Takes the Oscar for Best Picture

JAKE COYLE / The Associated Press Mar 4, 2018 Guillermo del Toro wins in the director category. Other victors include Frances McDormand, Gary Oldman, Allison Janney, Sam Rockwell, Jordan Peele for original screenplay, “Coco” for animated film and best song, and "A Fantastic Woman” for foreign-language film. Dig deeper ( 5 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 )

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 )