
Alissa Wilkinson
Former Senior Correspondent + Critic
Latest articles by Alissa Wilkinson


Jim Carrey debuted as Joe Biden, Alec Baldwin is (still) over-playing Trump, Chris Rock nailed it, and we hope everyone stays healthy.


The director of Cameraperson returns with a stunning and moving new film.


Kajillionaire, the multi-hyphenate artist’s new comedy, exudes affection for the awkward.


Most recently, Disney announced delays to many of its films, including Black Widow and West Side Story.

Crunchyroll or Funimation? Acorn TV or BritBox? The Criterion Channel or Mubi? Go beyond Netflix and Hulu with our guide to niche streaming platforms.


On the Basis of Sex and RBG tell the late Supreme Court justice’s story from two directions.


From indie gems to (maybe) the greatest movie of all time.


Pete Souza on authenticity, his new documentary, and recording the presidency for history.


A movie critiquing the sexualization of young girls is accused of doing the thing it criticizes. Here’s how the controversy started — and why it matters.


The Academy’s new standards are aimed at long-term change.