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Sep 30, 2025 • Matt Goldberg

'Predators' and the Hidden Cost of Emotional Catharsis

David Osit's searing, insightful documentary goes beyond 'To Catch a Predator' to explore the collision of entertainment and justice.

Sep 26, 2025 • Matt Goldberg

'One Battle After Another' Is Truly Revolutionary

With his sharp and witty action-thriller, Paul Thomas Anderson finds truth in the absurdity of our current moment.

Sep 24, 2025 • Matt Goldberg

Ghosting Substack

I'm moving my newsletter to Ghost. Here's why.

Sep 22, 2025 • Matt Goldberg

Jimmy Kimmel and the Canceling of Culture

The administration continues its war on disfavored speech.

Sep 18, 2025 • Matt Goldberg

Robert Redford Shined Even Brighter Than His Stardom

Some thoughts on the Hollywood legend following his passing at the age of 89.

Sep 17, 2025 • Matt Goldberg

'A Big Bold Beautiful Journey' Removes the Texture from Intimacy

Kogonada's movie feels like a love story by Instagram influencers.

Sep 16, 2025 • Matt Goldberg

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Aug 18, 2024 • Matt Goldberg

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Sep 15, 2025 • Matt Goldberg

How ‘Night Swim’ Goes from Enjoyably Stupid to Offensively Stupid

Jan 7, 2024 • Matt Goldberg

‘Saltburn’ Is a Grotesque Blast of Empty Calories

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