May 21st, 2015
Television Is Always A First Draft: Why A Good Finale Is A Miracle
People are still arguing about the MAD MEN finale. What is it about television that makes endings so difficult?
Feb 5th, 2015
Zeek Braverman’s Sandals
The finale of NBC's Parenthood was the end of one of the most emotionally complicated series on television. Here's a consideration, via the footwear choices of one Zeek Braverman.
Feb 2nd, 2015
Why Is “Happy Valley” So Good? Because of Sally Wainwright’s Choices
BBC's (and now Netflix's) HAPPY VALLEY looks and feels like a pretty standard crime drama. But what's inside is definitely worth thinking about.
Jan 16th, 2015
“Someone Made This For You”: Giving Art the Chance to Do Something to You (Whether You Like It or Not)
I yell at my son to pay attention during movies and television shows. Is this the right thing to do? And am I heeding my own advice?
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