TV Reviews8.5/10
‘The Bear’ Review: Christopher Storer’s Kitchen Drama Turns Chaos Into Art
A review of FX's The Bear, the tense Chicago kitchen drama that turns grief and cooking into unforgettable TV.
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TV Reviews7.8/10
Bridget Everett Finds Her Voice Again in Somebody Somewhere, Where Grief and Cabaret Share a Small Kansas Stage
A quiet, tender HBO comedy-drama about grief, friendship, and finding your voice. Bridget Everett shines as a woman learning to sing again.
TV Reviews9.7/10
Poker Face Barely Bothers With Whodunits — Its Real Trick Is Making You Root for the Liar Catching Liars
Rian Johnson's Poker Face flips the whodunit into a howcatchem, powered by Natasha Lyonne and a killer guest-star lineup.
TV Reviews7.5/10
Industry Review: HBO’s Trading-Floor Survival Test Cuts Deep
HBO's Industry turns investment banking into a brutal survival test. A sharp, cynical drama with breakout performances.
TV Reviews8.4/10
Friends at 32: Why the Couch Still Holds Up
Friends premiered in 1994 and became a cultural landmark. With perfect ensemble chemistry and sharp writing, it remains a comfort watch and streaming favorite.
TV Reviews5.1/10
All That Citadel Money Bought Was Gloss — the Spy Thriller Underneath Is Hollow
Citadel piles $200 million into stars and stunts but forgets to write a story worth caring about.
TV Reviews8/10
Paradise Checks In, Privilege Unravels: Why The White Lotus Earns Its 8/10
HBO's The White Lotus turns a luxury resort into a satire of wealth and cruelty. A review of season one's cast, themes, and Emmy wins.
TV Reviews9.2/10
‘The Studio’ Is Hollywood Satire That Cuts Deep and Still Loves the Machine
Seth Rogen's Hollywood satire The Studio is a whip-smart comedy about chasing art while selling product. Our verdict: 9/10.
TV Reviews8.9/10
Fifteen Hours in One ER Shift: How The Pitt Makes Real-Time Television Feel Urgent Again
The Pitt turns a 15-hour ER shift into real-time TV, anchored by Noah Wyle's weary, humane performance.
TV Reviews9/10
The Penguin Review: Farrell’s Oz Cobb Claws His Way to Power in Gotham’s Underworld
Colin Farrell and Cristin Milioti anchor HBO's brutal Gotham crime saga, a Batman spin-off that stands entirely on its own.