Our picks for the movies that capture the spirit, history, and characters of America—for better or worse.
I pledge allegiance to Nicolas Cage’s big, beautiful, bonkers 2004 action-adventure film.
The Sex Lives of College Girls star Pauline Chalamet on the movies and movie experiences that have made her life sweeter.
As both an American history lover and a cinephile, I’ve seen so many ways a biopic can go wrong. Steven Spielberg’s 2012 masterpiece Lincoln avoids all of them.
Author and illustrator Austin Kleon on the movies that complement his new book.
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Fresh takes on new releases.
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Sweet 16
Our rapid-fire movie Q&A. Read more
The Sex Lives of College Girls star Pauline Chalamet on the movies and movie experiences that have made her life sweeter.
Product strategist and writer Youngna Park on the movies and movie experiences that have made her life sweeter.
Pairings
Creators pick the movies that complement their latest work. Read more
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