Movies Explained
MISERY Explained: Annie Wilkes as an Angel of Death
When a long-awaited child comes into the world, new parents are often lost and overwhelmed by the sudden responsibility.
TAXI DRIVER Explained: The Truth Behind Travis Bickle
Taxi Driver. Veteran. Self-proclaimed guardian. Travis Bickle.
THE NIGHT OF THE HUNTER Explained: The Death of Innocence
He was born in West Virginia as Herman Drenth, but for most of his life, he was known as Harry Powers.
SUNSET BLVD. Decoded: Mr. DeMille, I'm ready for my close-up
When Joe first crosses the threshold of Norma’s mansion—still unaware of who lives there and how it will affect his life as an unfulfilled...
THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS Decoded: Fascinating Evil
In the history of cinema, there has never been—and likely will not be for a long time—a character who has presented the dangerously fascinating...
MOMMY DEAD AND DEAREST: Deconstructing Murderous Tragedy
A woman like Dee Dee Blancharde can only be admired. Life offered her nothing but disappointments and constantly threw obstacles in her path.
BBC's PRIDE AND PREJUDICE Explained: Just Perfect
As the wisdom of internet memes and T-shirt slogans proclaims, the female gender can be divided into three groups: those in relationships, those...
GONE WITH THE WIND Explained: A Controversial Icon
Around this incredible, epic film, made with impressive scale, countless legends, anecdotes, and stories have accumulated over the years…