Chauncey K. Robinson
LATEST ARTICLES BY Chauncey K. Robinson
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‘Superman’ review: Fresh and fun new take on hero explores immigration, American ideals, and militarization
July 16, 2025Superman is often associated with American ideals like freedom, liberation, and human compassion, but some in the film say he’s not “from here” and therefore not truly one of “us.” This film challenges that thinking, and...
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‘28 Years Later’ review: Coming-of-age and social breakdown explored, with mixed results
July 11, 2025Some key emotional moments stand out, but overall, it's a dreary movie that feels more like a setup for the next franchise installment.
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‘M3GAN 2.0’ review: Ambitious genre-breaking exploration of AI danger and human nature
July 1, 2025Tech capitalists keep the train of AI “innovation” racing down the tracks whether we’re on board or not. The film joins the debate with wit, thrills, and unapologetic attitude.
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‘Dear Ms.: A Revolution in Print’ offers raw, heartfelt look at feminist magazine’s trailblazing role
June 27, 2025When Ms. hit newsstands in 1972, most women’s magazines were focused on selling beauty products. A new docu-series shows how this publication sought to change all of that forever.
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‘Dog of God’ review: Religious extremism, Livonian folklore, feminine rage collide in animated feature
June 18, 2025It’s a darkly psychedelic ride through a story steeped in symbolism, folklore, social reflection, and lots of blood, guts, and sex.
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‘Bodyguard of Lies’ review: Afghanistan war documentary sheds light on corruption and propaganda
June 16, 2025“War! What is it good for? Absolutely nothing!” New film shows exactly why that chant has been a mainstay at peace protests for decades.
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Tribeca X explores complex intersection between culture, commodification, and storytelling
June 12, 2025Under capitalism, everything is a product—including culture. Creatives face that reality every time they seek out funding for their work.
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‘Sovereign’ review: Thrilling chiller exposes danger of extremism, trauma, and indoctrination
June 10, 2025This crime drama takes viewers on a tragic ride with a father-son duo on a collision course with ruin, telling a layered story with raw intensity and nuance.
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